Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Molly Marshall Campaign and Citizens for Liberty and Labor are in violation of RCW 42.17A.005(15)(a)(iii) and 42.17A.005(30) because Hamilton Studios, an authorized agent of the Molly Marshall Campaign (having produced political advertising for the campaign), also produced ads for Citizens for Liberty and Labor, a committee running independent expenditures in support of Molly Marshall and against her opponent, Al French.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Respondent: Glenn Dobbs
Hearing/meeting date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. Place: Remotely from Olympia
Evergreen Plaza Building/711 Capitol Way, Rm. 206, Olympia
Presiding Officer: The Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 29B and WAC 390
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received the request for an appeal of the Initial Order issued in the case cited above. The request for review under WAC 390-37-144 was received June 16, 2026, which is within 21 days of the Initial Order issued June 12, 2026. It is scheduled to be heard before the full Commission in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 at the date and time listed above.
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Allegation Two: Violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and 25.100 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Ambra Mason filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for Governor of the State of Washington in the 2024 election.
• RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a) and WAC 390-16-043 outline the requirements for candidates and committees to allow for the inspection of their campaign books of account during the 10-day period leading up to an election they are participating in.
• You reported sending a request via email on July 30, 2024 to view the Respondent’s books of account and receiving no response.
• The candidate did not proceed past the primary election.
• The Respondent does not have previous violations for failure to provide inspection.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff will issue a formal written warning to Ambra Mason concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
The PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: September 25, 2025, at 9:50 a.m.
Place: 711 Capitol Way Rm. 206
Olympia, WA 98504
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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• Steven Thompson filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for County Commissioner in Stevens County, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging the failure to timely file the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary C-4 (expenditure) reports and failure to provide required detail for a political advertising expenditure, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The 21-day C-4 report was filed on September 11, 2024, 57 days late.
• The 7-day C-4 report as filed on September 11, 2024, 43 days late.
• The expenditure from May 28, 2024 has been amended to reflect the run dates and the size of the ads purchased.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Steven Thompson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Steven Thompson timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
The expenditure descriptions on the C-4 report that lacked sufficient detail appeared to be good-faith omissions that the Respondent timely amended within 24 hours. The Respondent's status as a first-time candidate and inexperienced Treasurer, and the death and life-threatening illness of two immediate family members are all mitigating factors.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors in reports which did not materially harm the public interest. He made the necessary corrections within 21 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
See Also: https://www.pdc.wa.gov/browse/cases/11-018
" 10448.45 0.00 0.00 0.00 10448.45 true "[{""file_name"" : ""Untitled Extract Pages.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3986/Untitled%20Extract%20Pages.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14-2-00647-8 Schmidt Judgment"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""David Schmidt"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2014-05-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2014-06-29"", ""amount"" : 10448.45, ""description"" : ""PRINCIPAL JUDGMENT: $10,000.00 OTHER COSTS & FEES OWED TO PDC: $200.00 Statutory Attorney's Fee, $240.00 Filing Fee, $8.45 Service of Process Charge. Due 30 days from the date of entry of the Judgment.\n\nPost-Judgment Interest (per annum) = Twelve percent (12%) of the Judgment amount applied annually if unpaid by due date in the original order."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:14:01 PM 51 8659 185630 02/10/2026 02/09/2026 05/07/2026 Conner Edwards Issaquah School District Issaquah School District: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.45.010 for use of public resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Agency - Local The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on February 9, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.45.010 for use of public resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Terri Cooper and Erin Bishop on September 30, and October 20, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of 42.17A.320 and .335 for failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign signs, the improper use of “re-elect” on yard signs and for using a city logo in political advertising.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
RCW 42.17A.335 states: (1) It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances:
(a) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office;
(b) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent;
(c) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that makes either directly or indirectly, a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement.
(2) For the purposes of this section, ""libel or defamation per se"" means statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in his, her, or its business or occupation.
(3) It is not a violation of this section for a candidate or his or her agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself. It is not a violation of this section for a person or organization referenced in subsection (1)(c) of this section to make a statement about that person or organization because such persons and organizations cannot defame themselves.
(4) Any violation of this section shall be proven by clear and convincing evidence. If a violation is proven, damages are presumed and do not need to be proven.
RCW 42.17A.005(1) establishes that ""Actual malice"" means to act with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising. Staff expects that you provide complete sponsor identification on all future political advertisements. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The missing vendor name and address for reimbursed expenditures appear to be good-faith omissions that have since been remedied. The Respondent's non-compliance regarding expenditure descriptions and late C-3 reports are partially mitigated by her status as a first-time candidate.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely 1) include vendor details for reimbursed expenditures; and 2) file C-3 reports do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely disclose deposits of monetary contributions on C-3 reports. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely disclose monetary deposits in the future, especially during the accelerated C-3 reporting period that precedes an election. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made minor or ministerial errors on a required report which did not materially harm the public interest. She made the necessary technical correction to add vendor details to her December 2025 C-4 report within 2-21 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter being resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186658 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""sou ALLEGRO JUSTIN PDC CASE 186658.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8700/sou%20ALLEGRO%20JUSTIN%20PDC%20CASE%20186658.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Justin Allegro"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-06"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/24/2026 02:16:16 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 59 8763 188858 04/09/2026 04/08/2026 06/11/2026 Conner Edwards Central Valley Citizens for Education Central Valley Citizens for Education: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100, for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - EducationAt the July 21, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found violations of .205 & .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186650 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186650 Graham Taylor Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8692/186650%20Graham%20Taylor%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186650 Graham Taylor Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Graham Taylor"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-18"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/25/2026 10:47:00 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 65 8916 189582 04/24/2026 04/24/2026 05/07/2026 Conner Edwards Planned Parenthood Advocates Of Greater Washington PAC Sponsored by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Greater Washington and North Idaho Planned Parenthood Advocates Of Greater Washington PAC Sponsored by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Greater Washington and North Idaho: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100, for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Complaint Publication Process Political Committee - OtherThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 25, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 29B.25.90 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions in the 2025 election.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contributions. Staff expect that the Respondent timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186641 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 186641 - Davor Gjurasic - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8683/PDC%20Case%20186641%20-%20Davor%20Gjurasic%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 186641 - Davor Gjurasic - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Davor Gjurasic"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-18"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/19/2026 09:55:17 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 82 8986 191239 05/27/2026 06/26/2026 PDC Staff George Wagner George Wagner: Alleged violation of RCW 29B .55.010 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Legislative Candidate F1 "Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for failure to provide documents and books of account detailing the exact nature and extent of political advertising services rendered, within 24 hours of request from any person. At the 8/27/2020 Commission meeting, the Commission referred this matter to the Attorney General for further action.
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Noncompliance appears to be partly the result of a good-faith misunderstanding regarding how a personal social media page, once launched as the official page of a governmental agency, becomes a public facility (resource) of that agency and subsequently subject to the restrictions set forth in RCW 29B.45.010. For more than a decade, the FCSO has used the Respondent’s Facebook page to communicate with Franklin County residents, making it a de facto page of the sheriff’s office. All the site data suggests to the audience that the Facebook page is managed, and exclusively used by, the FCSO. Furthermore, the Respondent’s initial post makes clear his intention that the site was to be used by FCSO as an official means of communicating with the public.
Having established that the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page is, at least for the time being, a public agency facility (resource), it follows that publishing content thereon that directly or indirectly assists an election campaign is not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, making posts and comments, reposting content from a candidate’s social media page, and publishing endorsements of candidates.
Notably, the Respondent is not prohibited from expressing his own personal views concerning a candidate while using his personal social media account as he did when he commented on the FCSO Spotlight regarding Monty Huber. As a reminder, this should be done on personal time, using personal equipment.
PDC staff have determined that, in these instances, the Respondent's use of public office/agency facilities to assist an election campaign does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's use of public office/agency facilities to assist an election campaign. PDC staff expect the Respondent not to use agency social media sites, paid agency staff time or agency equipment, directly or indirectly, to assist an election campaign in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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There are both mitigating and aggravating factors present in this case. The existence of prior, recent enforcement regarding the committee’s failure to timely file reports is an aggravating factor. However, noncompliance is mitigated by the fact that the person responsible for filing the committee’s reports was recently diagnosed with another life-threatening medical condition that contributed to the late report that is the subject of this case. The committee’s decision to internally shift filing duties to ensure the timeliness of future PDC reports, and the fact that the late post-election C-4 report did not contain any reportable activity are both partially mitigating factors.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely file a post-election C-4 report six days late does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on the attached findings, the Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) on February 27, 2026, acknowledging a violation of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failing to timely file the post-General Election C-4 report covering 10/28/25-11/30/25. The signed SOU resolves the allegation listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 23, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 require candidates or political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures. A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on C-3 and C-4 reports. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election participation, and the level of their financial activity.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose(s) of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by initial review and/or investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statute(s) or rule(s), or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). The PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of filing timely and accurate expenditure reports. You are expected to comply with the PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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| Sincerely, Electronically signed by Alice Fiman Alice Fiman Compliance Manager | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
At its March 19, 2026, meeting, the Commission found you in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 and assessed a total civil penalty of $300 with $200 suspended on the conditions set forth in the Final Order.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by Jesse Lamp are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2), and the violations were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
In addition, Jesse Lamp took corrective action within five business days after the commission first notified him of noncompliance.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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| Sincerely, Electronically signed by Alice Fiman Alice Fiman Compliance Manager | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
On April 13, 24 and May 4, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission staff received complaints alleging that Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports; RCW 29B.30.050 by failing to include proper sponsor identification language on political advertising and RCW 29B.55.030 for failure to report income on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1) report.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations in both complaints and determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated Title 29B.30.050 for failure to include complete sponsor ID as alleged in the complaint and issued a formal warning.
Accordingly, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29.60.202(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards (the “Complainant”) on January 27, 2026. The complaint alleged that Home Care Association of Washington PAC (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditures in 2025.
The following are mitigating factors in this case: 1) non-compliance appears to be the result of good-faith omissions; 2) the campaign was relatively small; and 3) its expenditures were relatively modest. While the July 2025 contributions were reported late by the Respondent, the impact on the public was minimal due to their lack of election participation and the fact that the committees who received the contributions from the Respondent timely disclosed them on C-3 reports.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely file two monthly C-4 reports for 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely disclose expenditures in 2025. Staff expect the committee to timely file all required C-4 reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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On December 25, 2025 and March 11, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received two complaints against the Respondent in this matter alleging that the Respondent, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaints and the evidence submitted to support the alleged violations and found that there were expenditures made by the Respondent’s committee for which more detailed descriptions of the vendors and/or subvendors information should have been provided. However, these deficiencies were mitigated by the fact that the Respondent did not have any prior violations and took immediate action to correct the deficiencies raised in the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards (the “Complainant”) on January 21, 2026. The complaint alleged the Citizens for Hockinson Schools (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures in 2025 for election year 2026. Specifically, the complaint alleged that the Respondent did not 1) report a carryforward balance from 2025; 2) file C-4 reports for March through December of 2025; and 3) provide the names and addresses of four contributors on reports.
During a preliminary review of the allegations, PDC staff determined that the complaint concerned two different organizations: Citizens for Hockinson Schools, a single year committee, and Yes Hockinson, a continuing committee. For this reason, a separate case was opened for Yes Hockinson (PDC Case 185132) to address the second allegation.
Based on the attached findings, the first allegation and third allegations were dismissed in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186662 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186662 - Kristen Federici - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8704/186662%20-%20Kristen%20Federici%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186662 - Kristen Federici - SOU"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISTEN FEDERICI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-07"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/16/2026 12:29:07 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 158 8522 183528 12/25/2025 12/25/2025 05/21/2026 Conner Edwards Washington State Auto Dealers PAC WA State Auto Dealers PAC: Alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 and RCW 29B.25.100 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Business "The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $1,200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations listed in the SOU. The $1,200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
The complaint alleged that as a registered lobbyist in calendar year 2024, the Respondent may have violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to timely file the Monthly Lobbyist Expense Report (L-2 report).
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A.615. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding the Respondent about the importance of timely reporting lobbyist expenditure reports.. The Respondent is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the C-4 reports noted above, as alleged in the complaint.
Based on this finding, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
On January 9, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.30.050 (formerly RCW 42.17A.320) by failing to include proper sponsor identification language on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that while the Respondent included the sponsor's name on its website, the full mailing address was not included.
Based on this finding, the staff issued a reminder to the respondent regarding the importance of including a complete sponsor identification on their website in the future and dismissed the complaint pursuant to RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards (the “Complainant”) on December 25, 2025. The complaint alleged that Connie Allison (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures during election year 2025. Specifically, the complaint alleged that the Respondent filed a late C-4 report covering 5/9/25-10/13/25 that contained insufficient in-kind contribution descriptions.
Noncompliance appears to be the result of good-faith errors or omissions and was partially mitigated by the following factors: 1) the relatively small size of the Respondent's campaign; 2) the campaign’s modest expenditures; and 3) the late-reported information for May-July was submitted before the 2025 General Election. Notably, the campaign’s financial activity continued to be below the Mini Reporting threshold for the five months that the Respondent was under Full Reporting.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely file one or more C-4 reports for May-July 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures while under the Full Reporting option in election year 2025. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made minor or ministerial errors on required reports that did not materially harm the public interest by omitting vendor name and address for six in-kind contributions. She made the necessary technical corrections within 2-21 days of being notified by PDC staff. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/183735 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8532/183735%20Connie%20Allison%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8532/183735%20Connie%20Allison%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Warning_Technical Correct Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8532/183735%20Connie%20Allison%20Warning_Technical%20Correct%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183735 Connie Allison Warning_Technical Correct Ltr"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/14/2026 11:45:44 AM 2025 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 171 3760 79164 10/19/2020 10/19/2020 12/02/2020 David Snell Hans Zeiger Zeiger, Hans: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, 240, WAC 390-16-037 & WAC 390-16-205 for failure to timely, accurately & sufficiently describe expenditures & report sub-vendor details. (EY '20; Oct '20) WAC 390-16-205, WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186639 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186639 Daniel Goodman L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8681/186639%20Daniel%20Goodman%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186639 Daniel Goodman L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Daniel Goodman"", ""address"" : ""1809 7th Ave #1500, Seattle WA 98101"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-04-23"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/23/2026 02:56:10 PM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 176 8629 184610 01/21/2026 01/21/2026 Conner Edwards CAPS CAPS: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Investigation of Possible Violation Political Committee - EducationOn December 25, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file the 21- and 7-day pre-general C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the C-4 reports noted above, as alleged in the complaint.
Based on this finding, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CORP
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
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180 8676 186634 03/02/2026 03/25/2026 PDC Staff Billie Dickinson Billie Dickinson: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) L2 Monthly "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186634 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU 186634 Dickinson.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8676/SOU%20186634%20Dickinson.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU 186634 Dickinson"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Billie Dickinson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/25/2026 03:05:05 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 181 8721 186679 03/02/2026 04/21/2026 PDC Staff Taylor Consulting LLC Taylor Consulting LLC: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission L2 Monthly "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186679 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Taylor Consulting LLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""penalty paid w/in 30 days and no violations w/in 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-06"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/06/2026 01:50:47 PM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 182 7405 160951 10/18/2024 10/17/2024 02/05/2025 Conner Edwards Kelly Krieger Kelly Krieger: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on reports (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved as Remedial Violation Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on October 17, 2024 & December 11, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by you are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, and the violations were inadvertent and minor or otherwise have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
You were a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were zero.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/160951 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""163592 Kelly Krieger Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7405/163592%20Kelly%20Krieger%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Remedial resolution""}, {""file_name"" : ""160951 Kelly Krieger Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7405/160951%20Kelly%20Krieger%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160951 Kelly Krieger Complaint (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7405/160951%20Kelly%20Krieger%20Complaint%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/25/2025 08:56:54 AM PDC staff resolved case after campaign remediated small-dollar reporting error. 183 8324 178078 08/29/2025 11/07/2025 PDC Staff JEREMY RUSE JEREMY RUSE: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).
On April 8 and 18, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received two complaints against the Respondent in this matter alleging that the Respondent, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure pre-election reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaints and the evidence submitted to support the alleged violations and found that there were expenditures made by the Respondent’s committee for which more detailed descriptions of expenses should have been provided. However, these deficiencies were mitigated by the fact that the Respondent did not have any prior violations and took immediate action to correct the deficiencies raised in the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found did not warrant further investigation and issued a formal written warning with the expectation that the Respondent file timely and accurate reports in the future.
On January 9, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint against the Respondent in this matter alleging that the Respondent, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure report and RCW 29B.30.050 for failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations raised in the complaint and the evidence submitted to support the alleged violations and found that there was a discrepancy in the carry forward amount from the 2024 into the 2026 campaign. Staff also noted that there were some expenditures made by the Respondent’s committee for which more detailed descriptions of expenditures should have been provided. Staff did find that the allegation regarding the failure to include sponsor Id on the committee's website was not actionable based on the fact that the Committee did not meet the threshold required to include Top 5 donors' statement on their campaign website.
Based on these findings, the staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186681 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - 186681 - Grisham.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8723/SOU%20-%20186681%20-%20Grisham.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 186681 - Grisham"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Timothy Grisham"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-05"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/19/2026 08:52:54 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 191 8534 183805 12/25/2025 12/24/2025 04/14/2026 Conner Edwards Spokane County Democratic Central Committee Spokane County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately reporting contributions and expenditures. RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona FideOn December 25, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint against the Respondent in this matter alleging that the Respondent, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure report.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations raised in the complaint and the evidence submitted to support the alleged violations and found that there were expenditures made by the Respondent’s committee for which more detailed descriptions of expenditures should have been provided. The staff also noted that some C-3 and C-4 were filed late as alleged in the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/183667 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8528/183667%20Christopher%20Grover%20Complaint%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8528/183667%20Christopher%20Grover%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint Response .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8528/183667%20Christopher%20Grover%20Complaint%20Response%20.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183667 Christopher Grover Complaint Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/14/2026 09:32:42 AM 2025 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 193 8679 186637 03/02/2026 04/21/2026 PDC Staff Communications Workers of America Communications Workers of America: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission L2 Monthly "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186637 750.00 375.00 0.00 375.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186637 Communication Workers of America L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8679/186637%20Communication%20Workers%20of%20America%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186637 Communication Workers of America L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Communication Workers of America"", ""address"" : ""2812 Lombard Ave #206, Everett WA 98201"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 375.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-04-29"", ""amount"" : 375.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/29/2026 06:40:39 PM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 194 8757 188541 03/28/2026 03/27/2026 06/15/2026 Dara Mandeville Martin Moore Martin Moore: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.45.010 by using public office/agency facilities (resources) to assist a campaign for election RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dara Mandeville (the “Complainant”) on March 27, 2026. The complaint alleged that Martin Moore (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.45.010 by using public office or agency facilities (resources) to assist a campaign for election. Specifically, the complaint alleged that 1) the Respondent’s Federal Way City Councilmember Facebook page is a public facility because it functions as an official government communication channel and is a public record; and 2) the presence of a modified version of the Respondent’s campaign logo on that Facebook page gives the appearance that public resources are being used to promote a campaign.
On April 13, 2026, the Respondent’s attorney provided a written response to the complaint wherein he indicated that the alleged Facebook page 1) is not the property of the City of Federal Way; 2) was created by the Respondent on his own time; and 3) is run by the Respondent on his own time. He goes on to state his belief that no government facilities have been used for campaign purposes and no violation has occurred. The response also says that the text of the logo was changed because the Respondent’s campaign [for 2025] has ended.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's use of a personal social media page as an official City Councilmember page and a campaign logo modified to reflect this change do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of not using a social media page identified with his elected office to engage in campaign-related communications, advertising or promotions in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance. The PDC recommends maintaining separate social media sites or functions to avoid violations of RCW 29B.45.010 in appearance or in practice.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this
matter in accordance with RCW
29B.60.020(1)
and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The use of photos in uniform as an officer of a police department posted to social media does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the use of public office/agency facilities and use of public resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure. Staff expects that you not use public office/agency facilities or use public resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175166 1000.00 250.00 250.00 1000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175166 Iris Carias Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8072/175166%20Iris%20Carias%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Iris Carias"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-01-31"", ""amount"" : 85.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-02-16"", ""amount"" : 85.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-02"", ""amount"" : 85.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-04-20"", ""amount"" : 160.00, ""description"" : ""PAID _ PENALTY PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-06"", ""amount"" : 160.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-28"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-06-05"", ""amount"" : 140.00, ""description"" : ""PAID-PENALTY-PARTIAL""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2026-01-20"", ""amount"" : 85.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY - PARTIAL""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/09/2026 04:26:51 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 202 8634 184750 01/09/2026 01/09/2026 05/07/2026 Conner Edwards Planned Parenthood Votes Washington PAC (PPV WA PAC) Planned Parenthood Votes Washington PAC: Alleged violations RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely report contributions RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Issue The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on January 9, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 29B.25.90 and .100 by failing to timely report contributions in election year 2025.
On November 1, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint against the respondent in this matter alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register as a political committee and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to disclose contributions and expenditures.
Based on staff's review of the complaint, the staff dismissed the complaint based on insufficient evidence establishing that the respondent was indeed a political committee and was therefore required to register as a political committee and file contribution and expenditure reports with the PDC.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for Mayor of the City Monroe in the 2025 general election.
· The complaint alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign yard signs.
· The signs contained a QR code and the candidate’s website but did not have the required sponsor identification. Upon receiving the complaint, Respondent updated their signs to have sponsor identification.
PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of sponsor identification on political advertising and you are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/180211 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""180211 Heather K Fulcher Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8426/180211%20Heather%20K%20Fulcher%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""180211 Heather K Fulcher Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/14/2025 12:42:46 PM 2025 PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 205 8455 180560 10/23/2025 10/23/2025 10/30/2025 James Robert Morrison Harris Rebecca Roadman Rebecca Roadman: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide proper sponsor identification on political advertising (EY25 OCT25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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SONIA RODRIGUEZ
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 02/09/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/13/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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Sincerely, Electronically signed by Jennifer Hansen Jennifer Hansen Compliance Officer | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, as alleged in the complaint.
Based on this finding, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on March 28, 2026. The complaint alleged that Yes for Wenatchee Schools (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions in 2026 based on 1) nine in-kind contributions that lacked vendor details; 2) one in-kind contribution that lacked the number of items purchased; and 3) the committee’s disclosure of a starting balance of zero dollars for 2026. The complaint also alleged the Respondent violated RCW 29B.40.090(8) by accepting a prohibited contribution from a candidate committee in 2026.
Based on the attached findings:
Noncompliance appears to be the result of good-faith errors or omissions, mitigated by an inexperienced Treasurer and multiple personal emergencies. Other mitigating factors include 1) late reports were submitted well in advance of the 2026 General Election; 2) the relatively small size of the campaign; and 3) the committee’s relatively modest expenditures.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the committee's failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in 2025 and 2026 for election year 2026 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely disclose contributions and expenditures in 2025 and 2026 for election year 2026. PDC staff expect the committee to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The findings of PDC staff’ in this matter also resolve any subsequent allegation of RCW 29B.40.090(8) made against the Tucker Jackson candidate committee regarding their 2026 transfer of funds to Yes for Wenatchee Schools, which has since been refunded back to the candidate committee.
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The complaint filed by Trevor Vance on October 4, 2025 alleged that the DiDi Lubash campaign may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include sponsor identification on campaign signs.
· DiDi Lubash was a first-time candidate in 2025 for Pullman City Council, Ward 2. Lubash lost in the general election to Trevor Vance, also a first-time candidate.
· When sending out the complaint, staff reminded Lubash that sponsor identification is required to include the words ""Paid for by"" or ""Sponsored by,"" followed by the name and mailing address of the sponsor. Staff also told Lubash about the size and visual contrast requirements.
·
Lubash responded to the complaint, stating that
she had added, ""PAID FOR BY DIDI LUBASH FOR WARD 2.
1125 NE Valley Road, Pullman, WA, 99163"" to her signs using stickers.
Summary and Resolution
DiDi Lubash was a first-time candidate and initially failed to include sponsor identification on her yard signs. When notified of the complaint, she corrected his signs, adding the sponsor identification with stickers.
In this instance, the failure to initially include sponsor identification on campaign yard signs does not amount to the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TODD SAMUEL
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 02/09/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on February 5, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contribution (C-3) reports and expenditure (C-4) reports.
• Vote YES on Fire + EMS was a single election committee, registered with the PDC under the full reporting option during the February 2026 special election.
• The complaint alleged failure to file the 7-day pre-election C-4 and failure to provide required expenditure detail.
• As a PAC participating in the February 10, 2026 special election, the PAC was required to file a 21-day pre-special election C-4 report on January 20, 2026, listing expenditures and contributions covering December 1, 2025 – January 19, 2026; a 7-day pre-special election C-4 report on February 3, 2026, listing expenditures and contributions covering January 20 – February 2, 2026; and a post-special election C-4 report on March 10, 2026, listing expenditures and contributions covering February 3 – February 28, 2026.
• The 7-day pre-election C-4 was filed February 12, 2026, nine days late and after the election. The total cash and in-kind expenditures for the reporting period were $855.84, representing approximately 8 percent of the total campaign activity.
• The Committee timely filed all other reports.
• Respondent worked with PDC staff to correct expenditure reporting deficiencies and come into compliance.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the four complaints filed by Patti Revoyr, Conner Edwards and Hannah Won (the “Complainants”) on April 30, 2024, July 9, 2024, February 1, 2025 and October 21, 2025. These complaints alleged that, in election year 2023, Jean Craciun (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 (formerly RCW 42.17A.235 and .240) by failing to timely and accurately report contributions, expenditures and debt, and RCW 29B.40.130 (formerly RCW 42.17A.445) by expending campaign contributions for personal use.
Based on the attached findings:
As indicated in the attached letter, 1) the allegations concerning reporting debt and attorney’s fees and the ending balances on the 21-day pre-Primary C-4 report and last C-4 report were dismissed; and 2) the allegation of personal use of campaign contributions was addressed at a Brief Enforcement Hearing.
The allegation of personal use of campaign contributions was heard at a May 14, 2026 Brief Enforcement Hearing (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding) during which the Presiding Officer 1) found that a violation of RCW 29B.40.130 had occurred; and 2) assessed a $2,000 civil penalty with $1,500 suspended if the Respondent paid the non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days and met the conditions of suspension as set forth in the Order, dated June 9, 2026, within 60 days.
The Respondent’s noncompliance concerning 1) late reporting; 2) insufficient descriptions on reports; and 3) failure to maintain campaign books-of-account are partially mitigated by her inexperience as a first-time candidate serving, in part, as her own Treasurer.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to 1) timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures for election year 2023; and 2) maintain complete and accurate books-of-account for five years. This also serves as a warning regarding the personal use of campaign contributions for purchases that were not addressed at the May 14, 2026 Brief Enforcement Hearing. In the future, PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports, maintain complete and accurate campaign books-of-account for five years, and only expend campaign funds for permissible purposes. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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B14 Seattle, WA 98146"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-06-09"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-07-09"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""$500 non-suspended portion of penalty is due by 7/9/26"", ""suspended_amount"" : 1500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$1,500 suspended if Order conditions are met by 8/10/26"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/30/2026 09:09:01 AM 2023 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 238 8325 178079 08/29/2025 10/24/2025 PDC Staff Jordan Lee Jordan Lee: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).| Sincerely, Electronically signed by Carolyn Jones Carolyn Jones Compliance Coordinator | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
On April 23, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations in both complaints and determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated Title 29B.25 RCW as alleged in the complaint. However, after consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act and the staff resolved this matter through a Technical Correction after asking the respondent to make the necessary corrections, which were promptly made by the Respondent within the 21-days of the respondent being notified by the PDC staff pursuant to WAC 390-37-060.
Accordingly, the staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 29.60.202(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concluded as follows:
The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely file the 21-day, 7-day, and post-election C-4 Receipts & Expenditure Summary reports that were due no later than July 16, July 30, and September 10, 2024.
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• Julieta Altamirano-Crosby filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Representative in Legislative District 21, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• The C-3 disclosing a contribution with the deposit date of July 22, 2024 was filed 57 days late.
• The Campaign has amended their C-3 reports to fix the deposit date to reflect the date that they were received by the campaign rather than the date the contribution was made.
• The Respondent stated they are committed to complying with all reporting requirements and maintaining transparency. Going forward, they will ensure timely and accurate reporting of contributions and expenditures.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Julieta Altamirano-Crosby will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Julieta Altamirano-Crosby timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff found:
It appears that, prior to the complaint, Office Depot was not fully aware of the requirement to make books of account available for public inspection. After being informed about the law, it did respond to the complainant’s request with the available information, with the exception of images of the political advertising. Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 29B.25.090 and RCW 29B.25.100 require candidate committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures. A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on C-3 reports and C-4 reports. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Background and Findings
· POD PAC 115 is a continuing committee, registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option.
· The complaint alleged a single C-4 report was filed 18 days late, and that the Committee’s 2024 ending and 2025 beginning balance did not agree.
· On January 12, 2026, a copy of the complaint was sent to Respondent. They immediately contacted PDC staff and acknowledged filing the C-4 disclosing $1,897 in activity late.
· The Respondent also was able to identify the carryforward discrepancy. The Committee had entered a $144 contribution twice but only filed a single C-3. After working with PDC staff, Respondent updated the committee records to have matching 2024 ending and 2025 starting balances.
· The Committee had minimal activity for calendar year 2025 and did not report activity that would indicate it participated in the 2025 elections.
· The Respondent does have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
You made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. You made the necessary technical corrections after being notified by PDC staff. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.060.020.
If you have questions, contact Colin Peeples at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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BYRON MARTIN
By PDC STAFF
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-060 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 266 9026 191591 06/04/2026 08/04/2026 PDC Staff TROUT UNLIMITED TROUT UNLIMITED : Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/191591 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""TU SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/9026/TU%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""TU SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""TROUT UNLIMITED"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-07-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-07-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/04/2026 02:52:30 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 267 8738 187196 01/28/2026 01/27/2026 08/04/2026 Kevin C Palena Don Benton Don Benton: Alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090,.100,.120,.130,.30.020 for failure to report expenditures, 29B.30.050 for inaccurate sponsor ID and 29B.25.020 for failure to update registration. RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Advertising Sponsor The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Kevin Palena on January 27, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090, 25.100, 25.120, 25.130, .30.020 for failure to report expenditures, 29B.30.050 for inaccurate sponsor ID and 29B.25.020 for failure to update a PDC registration.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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There are both mitigating and one aggravating factor present in this case. Noncompliance appears to be the result of good-faith errors or omissions and is partially mitigated by the Respondent's status as a first-time candidate and her campaign’s 1) relatively small size; and 2) modest expenditures. However, one election-related expenditure was disclosed late on an amended report that was filed after the 2025 General Election, which deprived the public of accurate and timely information during a time-sensitive period in the campaign.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports for 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures for election year 2025. In the future, PDC staff expect her to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 25, 2025. The complaint alleged that Susan Lee Walton (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-4 reports in 2025, based on the existence of a negative dollar amount on line 18 of the Respondent’s 7-day pre-General C-4 report.
Noncompliance appears to be the result of good-faith errors or omissions and is partially mitigated by the Respondent campaign’s 1) relatively small size; and 2) modest expenditures.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports for May through mid-October of 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures for 2025. PDC staff expect her to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made minor or ministerial errors in reports which did not materially harm the public interest. She made the necessary corrections to resolve the negative dollar amount on her 7-day pre-General C-4 report within 21 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the committee received a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. Staff expect that in the future all required reports of contributions and expenditures will be accurate and timely submitted. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The complaint alleged that Building Climate Resiliency Sponsored by Gretchen Garth, a committee registered with the PDC, failed to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures report for the 2024 and 2025 election years.
The staff reviewed the C-4 reports at issue in this matter and noted that The Committee had a discrepancy in the carry-forward balance from the 2024 campaign to the 2025 campaign and within 2025 – which is normally indicative of incomplete or inaccurate disclosure of contributions received and/or expenditures made by The Committee. The staff also found that the PAC failed to accurately report expenditures by failing to provide adequate descriptions of expenditures in both election years.
As a result, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter.
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173160
Dear Amanda Miller:
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Amanda Miller completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 6, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
If you have questions, you may contact PDC Staff at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Shelley Warnock
Compliance Coordinator
Endorsed by:
Kim Bradford
Deputy Director
For Peter Lavallee
Executive Director
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Sincerely, Electronically signed by Carolyn Jones Carolyn Jones Compliance Coordinator | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MIKE BISHOFF
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-006 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 315 9303 194193 07/08/2026 07/07/2026 Conner Edwards WRA RETAIL ACTION COUNCIL WRA RETAIL ACTION COUNCIL: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately report 2026 expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Assessment of Facts Political Committee - Business
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal warning concerning his failure to timely file a candidate registration, contribution and expenditure reports, and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement. Staff expects the Respondent to timely file all future required reports associated with being a candidate for public office under the PDC’s jurisdiction. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Relevant facts include:
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIE BORTH
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-007 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 318 8480 181167 11/02/2025 11/02/2025 08/06/2026 Debra Shapiro Rachel Best-Campbell Alleged violation of: RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to provide sponsor ID on campaign advertising; and RCW 42.17A.145 & RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to file complete and correct contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports. RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.20.090/42.17A.145, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on March 30, 2017. The complaint alleged that Lauren Berkowitz may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately report the date a contribution was received on a Monetary Contribution report (C-3 report); RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register as a candidate after receiving a $500 and renewing website; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) after renewing candidacy, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign, and to retain books of account for five years after the close of the 2013 election campaign; RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to check a box on the Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report) indicating understanding of RCW 42.17A.555; and RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose the names of business customers making payments of $12,000 or more on the supplement to the F-1 report, certifying financial activities for calendar year 2016.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Lauren Berkowitz; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to check the box on the F-1 report acknowledging understanding of RCW 42.17A.555, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lauren Berkowitz about the importance of completely and accurately disclosing the required information on the F-1 report. In the future, PDC staff expects that Lauren Berkowitz will submit fully completed forms as required by PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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AMY TAYLOR
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/04/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Sincerely, Electronically signed by Carolyn Jones Carolyn Jones Compliance Coordinator | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2026. Staff have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1) disclosing your campaign information for the 2026 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 29B.25.020 and RCW 29B.55.010 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 22, 2026.
In accordance with RCW 29B.55.010 and RCW 29B.60.020, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.020 and RCW 29B.55.010 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 report for the 2026 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission
| Sincerely, Electronically signed by Alice Fiman Alice Fiman Compliance Manager | | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
A complaint was filed against the Natural Gas PAC (Committee), alleging that the Committee made two $500 monetary contributions during the 2016 election to two statewide candidates, but failed to file an Out-of-State Committee Report (C-5 report) as required in accordance with RCW 42.17A.250.
Staff's review found that NW Natural was a Lobbyist Employer in 2016, who hired the the Nexus Group, LLC, a contract lobbying firm, who filed Monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports) for calendar year 2016. The June 2016 L-2 report filed by the Nexus Group, LLC disclosed 33 monetary contributions were made to Washington State Legislative and caucus political committees totaling $19,976.50, and the September 2016 L-2 report was timely filed disclosing the two $500 monetary contributions made to Pat McCarthy and Chris Reykdal on behalf of the employer NW Natural Gas as listed in the complaint.
While it appeared that the Natural Gas PAC was required to disclose the two $500 contributions made during the 2016 election cycle as an out-of-state committee on two C-5 reports, the contributions were timely disclosed in 2016 on the L-2 reports filed by the Nexus Group, LLC, as well as $19,976.50 in contributions made to 2016 Legislative candidate and the four caucus political committees. In addition, the candidates and caucus political committees that received contributions from NW Natural Gas timely disclosed the contributions on their respective Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports).
Based on this information, the PDC has determined that the facts do warrant further investigation and has dismissed the complaint against Natural Gas PAC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation One: alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to accurately file C-4 reports disclosing in-kind contribution details for the expenditures made, and which initiatives were supported
Allegation Two: alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.435 by failing to properly disclose the identity of a vendor for some of the in-kind contributions received from Brian Heywood.
A supplemental complaint was filed on October 17, 2023, against Let's Go Washington (Sponsored by Brian Heywood) filed by SEIU 775, Civic Ventures, Washington Conservation Action, and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates. In addition, a supplemental complaint was filed 8/15/2024.
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Redmond, WA 98052"", ""order_date"" : ""2024-10-09"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-11-10"", ""amount"" : 20000.00, ""description"" : ""Vio .235 & .240 & supp. regs."", ""suspended_amount"" : 10000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Within 30 days, pay non susp amount and report Sub vendor information or state there were no subvendors; Remain in compliance for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-11-06"", ""amount"" : 10000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/29/2026 05:25:40 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 353 8633 184746 01/21/2026 01/21/2026 03/17/2026 Conner Edwards Lake Stevens Concerned Citizens Committee (LSCCC) Lake Stevens Concerned Citizens Committee (LSCCC): Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures (C-4 Reports) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - Education The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on January 21, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on the C-4 Report in the 2026 special election.On March 16, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports and RCW 29B.30.020 by failing to timely file a candidate registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations in the complaint and determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated Title 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports as alleged in the complaint. However, after consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act, and the staff issued a reminder to the Respondent regarding the importance of timely reporting contributions and expenditures in the future.
Consequently, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29.60.202(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186666 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186666 SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8708/186666%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186666 SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Mark Watson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/22/2026 02:10:23 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 358 8776 189262 04/23/2026 04/22/2026 05/13/2026 John Estey Monty Huber Monty Huber: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.30.050 for failure to provide complete sponsor identification on campaign advertising RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local "The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DARREL SHILEY
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 02/09/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-050 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10050.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2138/10050.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10050.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DARREL SHILEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-03-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 362 8644 185132 01/21/2026 01/21/2026 05/19/2026 Conner Edwards Yes Hockinson Yes Hockinson: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures in 2025 RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of a complaint filed by Conner Edwards on January 21, 2026, which included an allegation that Citizens for Hockinson Schools violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 by not filing C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures for March through December of 2025 (PDC Case 184862).
However, during a preliminary review of the allegations, PDC staff determined that the complaint concerned two different organizations: Yes Hockinson, a continuing committee, and Citizens for Hockinson Schools, a single year committee. For this reason, a separate case was opened for Yes Hockinson (the “Respondent”) to address the allegation concerning failure to file C-4 reports for March - December 2025.
The following are mitigating factors in this case: 1) non-compliance appears to be the result of a good-faith omissions; 2) non-compliance was remedied the same day we notified the committee about the missing reports; 3) the campaign was relatively small; and 4) expenditures were relatively modest. While the late reports deprived the public of information during time-sensitive period in the election, the impact on the public was minimal due to the committee's lack of financial activity.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file pre- and post-election C-4 reports in 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely file required pre- and post-election C-4 reports in 2025. Staff expect the committee to timely file all required pre- and post-election reports in the future, even when they do not have any activity to disclose. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the C-4 reports noted above, as alleged in the complaint.
Based on this finding, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation and resolved this matter through a Statement of Understanding. As result, the Respondent in this matter signed a SOU on March 18, 2026, and paid a $300 civil penalty.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/182928 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""182928 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COUNTY LABOR COUNCIL COPE PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8512/182928%20MARTIN%20LUTHER%20KING%2C%20JR.%20COUNTY%20LABOR%20COUNCIL%20COPE%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""182928 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COUNTY LABOR COUNCIL COPE PAC Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""SOU Case 182928.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8512/SOU%20Case%20182928.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU Case 182928"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""182928 Martin Luther King, Jr. County Labor Council COPE PAC Complaint Resolution (SOU).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8512/182928%20Martin%20Luther%20King%2C%20Jr.%20County%20Labor%20Council%20COPE%20PAC%20Complaint%20Resolution%20%28SOU%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""182928 Martin Luther King, Jr. County Labor Council COPE PAC Complaint Resolution (SOU)"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""182928 Martin Luther King, Jr. County Labor Council COPE PAC Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8512/182928%20Martin%20Luther%20King%2C%20Jr.%20County%20Labor%20Council%20COPE%20PAC%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""182928 Martin Luther King, Jr. County Labor Council COPE PAC Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. COUNTY LABOR COUNCIL COPE PAC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-31"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-21"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/23/2026 04:36:51 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 365 6700 153481 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/03/2024 Conner Edwards Andrea Hanson Andrea Hanson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, FEB24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Glen Morgan between April 11 and May 17, 2017. The complaints alleged that Roger Flygare, a 2015 candidate for Fire Commissioner for South King Fire & Rescue, and a 2017 candidate for Federal Way City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely and completely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing all committee officers, and for failing to register businesses owned by the candidate as Political Committees; RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the campaign; RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to accurately provide detailed breakdowns of expenditures, in-kind contributions, and debts; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising; RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting over-limit contributions; RCW 42.17A.425 for allowing persons not listed as committee officers on the C-1 report to authorize expenditures; RCW 42.17A.465 for failure to record loans by written instrument; and RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose officership status in a professional association on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Roger Flygare; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While the 2015 Fire Commissioner and 2017 Federal Way City Council campaigns had issues related to the timely, accurate, and detailed reporting of contributions and expenditures, and failed to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, the campaigns made good faith efforts to comply with the requirements of Chapter 42.17A RCW and Title 390 WAC, and have maintained communication and cooperation with PDC staff to attain and sustain compliance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, report unpaid officerships in associations, and failure to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Roger Flygare will receive a formal written warning concerning timely and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, board memberships and officerships on qualifying organizations, and the complete and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification on all political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Roger Flygare will provide greater oversight of required campaign disclosures, and institute contingencies to comply with the law in the case of a lapse in treasurer services. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed these matters in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186638 2000.00 1000.00 0.00 1000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186638 Conner-Bennett Sharpe L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8680/186638%20Conner-Bennett%20Sharpe%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186638 Conner-Bennett Sharpe L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Conner-Bennett Sharpe"", ""address"" : ""1809 7th Ave Suite 1212, Seattle WA 98101"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 1000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-22"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/26/2026 02:03:00 PM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 370 9000 191315 05/22/2026 05/22/2026 06/23/2026 Conner Edwards Planned Parenthood Votes Planned Parenthood Votes: Alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 failure to timely & accurately file reports, accurately disclose carryforward balance between calendar years Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - IssueThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LORNA SMITH
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-051 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10051.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2139/10051.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10051.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LORNA SMITH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-05-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-02-17"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:16:42 AM 376 7298 159715 08/05/2024 08/05/2024 10/14/2024 Conner Edwards Active in Democracy Tacoma Firefighters Union Active in Democracy Tacoma Firefighters Union: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - Union
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
The PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186674 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Randazzo LLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/27/2026 11:39:53 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 386 8578 183918 01/08/2026 02/17/2026 PDC Staff ROBERT D POINDEXTER ROBERT D POINDEXTER : Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on January 21, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures. Staff expect that the committee will timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/184814 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""184814 Committee to Save Prescott School Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8640/184814%20Committee%20to%20Save%20Prescott%20School%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""184814 Committee to Save Prescott School Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""184814 Committee to Save Prescott School Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8640/184814%20Committee%20to%20Save%20Prescott%20School%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""184814 Committee to Save Prescott School Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/19/2026 10:41:46 AM 2026 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 388 8718 186676 03/02/2026 04/21/2026 PDC Staff Stephen M Wolfe Jr Stephen M Wolfe Jr: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission L2 Monthly "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186676 750.00 375.00 375.00 0.00 750.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186676 Stephen M Wolfe Jr. L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8718/186676%20Stephen%20M%20Wolfe%20Jr.%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186676 Stephen M Wolfe Jr. L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Stephen M Wolfe Jr"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 375.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""penalty paid and reports filed w/in 30 days and no violations w/in 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 375.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/17/2026 06:14:41 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 389 7355 159772 08/12/2024 08/12/2024 10/14/2024 Conner Edwards WA PHYSICAL THERAPY PAC WA PHYSICAL THERAPY PAC: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - BusinessBased on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159772 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159772 WA Physical Therapy PAC Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7355/159772%20WA%20Physical%20Therapy%20PAC%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159772 WA Physical Therapy PAC Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""159772 WA Physical Therapy PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7355/159772%20WA%20Physical%20Therapy%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159772 WA Physical Therapy PAC Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 12:27:33 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 390 2140 10-052 01/14/2010 01/14/2010 MICHAEL BRANDSTETTER MICHAEL BRANDSTETTER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL BRANDSTETTER
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-052 300.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10052.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2140/10052.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10052.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL BRANDSTETTER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-04-11"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-02-18"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:17:07 AM 391 8985 191238 05/27/2026 06/24/2026 PDC Staff Beau Blachly Beau Blachly: Alleged violation of RCW 29B .55.010 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate F1 "
On January 26, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint against the Respondent in this matter alleging that the Respondent may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports and RCW 29B.25.020 for failure to timely update the committee’s registration (C1-pc) in a timely manner.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff determined that the Respondent violated the law as alleged in the complaint. However, after consideration of all circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the Fair Campaign Practices Act.
Accordingly, the staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and the aforementioned WAC.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/184845 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8642/184845%20Citizens%20for%20North%20Kitsap%20Schools%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8642/184845%20Citizens%20for%20North%20Kitsap%20Schools%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Complaint Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8642/184845%20Citizens%20for%20North%20Kitsap%20Schools%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""184845 Citizens for North Kitsap Schools Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/19/2026 01:48:14 PM 2026 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 397 8941 191121 05/18/2026 05/18/2026 06/02/2026 Conner Edwards Angela Marie Taylor (Angela Taylor) Angela Marie Taylor: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failure to timely & accurately file contributions & expenditures report RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Complaint Publication Process Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186684 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186684 WA MEDIA SVCS INC L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8726/186684%20WA%20MEDIA%20SVCS%20INC%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186684 WA MEDIA SVCS INC L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""WA MEDIA SVCS INC*"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""no violations w/in 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/21/2026 04:45:21 PM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 407 9063 192436 05/17/2026 05/17/2026 Conner Edwards Association of Washington Public Hospital Districts Association of Washington Public Hospital Districts: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.120, 25.130, and 29B.30.020 & 30.050 for failure to timely and accurately report independent expenditures or electioneering communication RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Assessment of Facts Lobbying - Lobbyist EmployerBased on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159777 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159777 Washington Self-Insurers Association Legislative Fund Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7360/159777%20Washington%20Self-Insurers%20Association%20Legislative%20Fund%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159777 Washington Self-Insurers Association Legislative Fund Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""159777 Washington Self-Insurers Assn Legislative Fund Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7360/159777%20Washington%20Self-Insurers%20Assn%20Legislative%20Fund%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159777 Washington Self-Insurers Assn Legislative Fund Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 12:27:50 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 410 8646 185170 01/31/2026 01/30/2026 05/26/2026 Conner Edwards Tumwater Citizens for Better Education (TCBE) Tumwater Citizens for Better Education: Alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures for election years 2022 & 2026 and provide campaign books inspection for EY 2026 RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards (the “Complainant”) on January 30, 2026 and February 4, 2026. The complaints alleged that Tumwater Citizens for Better Education (TCBE) (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 by failing to 1) timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for election years 2022 and 2026; and 2) provide a campaign books inspection for election year 2026.
Specifically, the first complaint alleged that 1) the Respondent did not file reports in 2022; 2) their 21-day pre-election C-4 report (covering 12/10/25-1/19/26) was inaccurate because it was filed early; and 3) the 21-day report lacked two expenditure description details. The second complaint alleged that the committee did not timely respond to a request to inspect their campaign books-of-account.
The first complaint also alleged that the committee’s use of their acronym “TCBE” on campaign signs was problematic because it made “follow[ing] the money” difficult for voters. However, this allegation was dismissed prior to case opening because 1) the Respondent has included this acronym as part of is registered name since 2020; and 2) both the committee and their reports can easily be found on the PDC’s website by searching for “TCBE.”
Noncompliance appears to be the result of good-faith omissions. The late C-4 reports for 2022 and incomplete expenditure descriptions in 2026 had minimal impact on the public and were quickly remedied by the Respondent. The committee's relatively small size and modest expenditures are also mitigating. The committee’s failure to file three pre- and post-election C-4 reports for 2022 until well after the election is an aggravating factor but moderated by the fact that only a single expenditure of about $400 was disclosed late.
The Respondent's failure to timely provide a campaign books inspection is mitigated by the fact that they fulfilled the Complainant’s request within 24 hours of being notified by PDC staff and before the February 2026 Special Election. Nonetheless, the committee is urged to monitor their designated email address for such requests starting ten days before an election to ensure timely compliance.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to 1) timely disclose one expenditure for 2022, 2) provide sufficient descriptions for two expenditures in 2026; and 3) timely respond to a campaign books inspection do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures in 2022 and 2026, and timely permit a campaign books-of-account inspection in 2026. PDC staff expect the committee to timely file all required pre- and post-election C-4 reports, even when theet do not have any activity to disclose, and timely provide campaign books inspections in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/185170 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Complaint (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8646/185170%20Tumwater%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Education%20Complaint%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Complaint (2)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citz for Better Education Response 1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8646/185170%20Tumwater%20Citz%20for%20Better%20Education%20Response%201.pdf"", ""description"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citz for Better Education Response 1"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Complaint 1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8646/185170%20Tumwater%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Education%20Complaint%201.pdf"", ""description"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Complaint 1"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citz for Better Education Response 2.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8646/185170%20Tumwater%20Citz%20for%20Better%20Education%20Response%202.pdf"", ""description"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citz for Better Education Response 2"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8646/185170%20Tumwater%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Education%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""185170 Tumwater Citizens for Better Education Warning Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/26/2026 05:17:19 PM 2022, 2026 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 411 8715 186673 03/02/2026 03/24/2026 PDC Staff PRINCIPLED SOLUTIONS, INC.* PRINCIPLED SOLUTIONS, INC.*: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) L2 Monthly "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186673 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186673 SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8715/186673%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186673 SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""PRINCIPLED SOLUTIONS, INC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-20"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/24/2026 02:12:51 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 412 8682 186640 03/02/2026 03/30/2026 PDC Staff David Benjamin Mendoza David Benjamin Mendoza: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) L2 Monthly "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186640 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186640 David Benjamin Mendoza SOU Signed.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8682/186640%20David%20Benjamin%20Mendoza%20SOU%20Signed.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186640 David Benjamin Mendoza SOU Signed"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""David Mendoza"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/30/2026 09:07:11 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 413 7362 159779 08/16/2024 08/16/2024 10/14/2024 Maxford Nelson Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - UnionBased on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159779 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159779 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7362/159779%20Service%20Employees%20International%20Union%20775%20Quality%20Care%20Committee%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159779 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159779 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7362/159779%20Service%20Employees%20International%20Union%20775%20Quality%20Care%20Committee%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159779 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 10/14/2024 01:06:40 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 414 8503 181773 11/18/2025 11/18/2025 02/18/2026 Philip Johnson Brad Benton Brad Benton: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LARRY SHANNON
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-067 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10067.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2155/10067.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10067.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LARRY SHANNON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-06-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-05-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:25:56 AM 416 29 39265 08/07/2018 08/06/2018 09/18/2018 Shayna Daitch Mychal Schwartz Schwartz, Mychal: Alleged violations of RCW 42,17A.235, .240 & .320 for failure to accurately & timely report contributions & expenditures, identify sponsor in political ads & timely report expenditures, in-kind contributions or debts. (EY 18; Aug 18) WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Judicial "
The complaint alleged the Committee for School Transparency may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for failure to register as a political committee and report contributions and expenditures. In review of the complaint, PDC staff alleged Judy Billings violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the required sponsor identification on political advertising for an independent expenditure advertisement and RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) Report.
Judy Billings was issued a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule).
On July 12, 2022, Billings notified PDC staff she accepted the Statement of Understanding that included the $150 civil penalty and will send the PDC by US Mail a check and the completed SOU.
Based on this information, once the PDC receives the completed SOU and penalty payment, the matter of failing to include the required sponsor identification on political advertising and timely file a C-6 report disclosing expenditures made during the 2022 February Special Election for electioneering communications is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 11, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Richard D Hole Jr. (the Respondent) was a candidate for Grays Harbor County Commissioner in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent filed their post-general C-4 report that was due December 10, 2024, on December 11, 2024, and as such was 1 day late.
• Additionally, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure descriptions.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
You are encouraged to bring your reporting into full compliance, particularly regarding political advertising expenditures for which reporting should include information about the quantities, run dates and which campaigns were supported or opposed.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A235, .240 and WAC 390-16-125 for failure to accurately file expenditure (C-4) reports and exceeding mini reporting requirements.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
WAC 390-16-125 states that candidate or political committee wishing to change from mini to full reporting must apply electronically to the PDC for authorization to change reporting options before the limitations specified in WAC 390-16-105 are exceeded. Mini reporting is available only to candidates that will raise and spend no more than $7,000, in addition to filing fees. These committees also must commit to receive no more than $500 from any one contributor (other than the candidate themselves).
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Sedro Woolley. On April 21, 2025, the campaign filed a Candidate Registration (C-1), selecting the Mini Reporting Option.
· The allegations include exceeding mini reporting requirements and failure to provide required detail on expenditure reports.
· The complaint was filed after the Respondent contacted the PDC on August 13, 2025, requesting permission to change his campaign from mini reporting to full reporting as allowed by state law.
· Respondent worked with PDC staff to come into compliance with mini reporting thresholds and was approved to update their registration to full reporting on September 18, 2025.
· Once notified of the complaint, Respondent promptly updated their disclosures to include required expenditure detail.
Summary and Resolution
Mini-to-full reporting applicants are required to file all contribution and expenditure reports from the beginning of their campaign to current day before their campaign can be approved for full reporting. The complaint was filed with the PDC on August 11, 2025, after the mini-to-full approval process was initiated. That process includes work with PDC staff to file and correct reports until the mini-to-full application is considered complete.
You made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. You made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060.
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ERICA CORRALES
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/11/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARTIN DEEG
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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A total of ten complaints were filed against Manka Dhingra, a candidate for State Senator in the 45th Legislative District in 2017, with the first two complaints having already been resolved. The remaining eight complaints contained numerous allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A. for hundreds of campaign contribution and expenditure activities as disclosed on Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Friends of Manka Dhingra Campaign (Campaign).
The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements.
The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing the allegations concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff also dismissed the allegations listed in your complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since you failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186655 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186655 Janica Lockhart Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8697/186655%20Janica%20Lockhart%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186655 Janica Lockhart Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Janica Lockhart"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-13"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/13/2026 12:12:06 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 432 8966 191219 05/27/2026 06/24/2026 PDC Staff James Armstrong James Armstrong: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.020 for failure to file a Campaign Finance Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Judicial Candidate C1 "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186644 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Case 186644 - henderen - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8686/Case%20186644%20-%20%20henderen%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Case 186644 - henderen - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Elizabeth Hendran"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-24"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/30/2026 09:36:35 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 442 8791 189430 04/27/2026 PDC Staff April Housing April Housing: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189430 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/15/2026 07:49:18 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 443 9014 191538 05/21/2026 05/20/2026 06/08/2026 Conner Edwards Dan Lindgren Dan Lindgren: Allegation of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failure to accurately report expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - Local The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186642 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Dustin Lambro SOU for the PDC.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8684/Dustin%20Lambro%20SOU%20for%20the%20PDC.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Dustin Lambro SOU for the PDC"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dustin Lambro"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-18"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/18/2026 11:15:10 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 446 8934 190676 05/15/2026 05/15/2026 06/04/2026 Conner Edwards WASHINGTON ENGINEERS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (WEPAC) WASHINGTON ENGINEERS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (WEPAC): Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - Business The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on May 15, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures.On February 18 and April 13, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission staff received complaints alleging that Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports and RCW 29B.30.050 by failing to include proper sponsor identification language on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations in both complaints and determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated Title 29B.25 and .30 RCW as alleged in the complaint. However, after consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act and the staff issued a reminder to the Respondent regarding the importance of timely reporting contributions and expenditures in the future. The staff also reminded the Respondent about the requirement to adhere to the proper sponsor identification stipulations.
Accordingly, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29.60.202(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Lake Washington School District (District); the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaints and the evidence submitted to support the alleged violations and found that the Respondent failed to timely file the 7-Day C-4 report as alleged. The staff also determined that there were expenditures made by the Respondent’s committee for which a more detailed descriptions of the vendors and/or subvendors information should have been provided. However, these deficiencies were mitigated by the fact that the Respondent did not have any prior violations and took immediate action to correct the deficiencies raised in the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186660 750.00 375.00 375.00 0.00 750.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186660 Katrina Johnson L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8702/186660%20Katrina%20Johnson%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186660 Katrina Johnson L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Katrina Johnson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 375.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""penalty paid and reports filed w/in 30 days and no violations w/in 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 375.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/17/2026 06:14:59 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 455 8795 189434 04/27/2026 PDC Staff Ball Corporation Ball Corporation: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189434 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 11:16:28 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 456 1233 20783 06/13/2017 06/13/2017 08/08/2017 Glen Morgan Pharmaceutical Researchers & Manufacturers PAC Pharmaceutical Researchers & Manufacturers PAC (2): Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.250 for failure to register as an out-of-state political committee (June 2017). RCW 29B.25.110/42.17A.250 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Out of State "On January 21 and February 4, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received complaints alleging that the respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 29B.25.090, .100 and WAC 390-1-043 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions/expenditure and respond to a request to make books of account available for public inspection.
Based on our findings, the PDC staff determined that while the respondent in this matter filed a C1-pc indicating participation in 2026 February special election, the ballot measure was not on the February 2026 special election and as such the Respondent was not required to file the statutory reports normally required for a committee participating in an election. As such, no evidence of a violation was found in this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC staff found that no further action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC390-37-060(1)(d).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed on June 11, 2024, July 21, 2024, and August 1, 2024. The complaints alleged that David Henderson, a candidate for Grant County Commissioner, Position 2 in the 2024 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
David Henderson is a first-time candidate with no prior enforcement history. Staff found that although the Respondent filed the original May 2024 C-4 report late and the report required amendment, the reports were submitted with corrections within a week of receipt of the complaint. In addition, the Respondent made corrections to the expenditure description which was not part of the allegations.
The Pre-Primary C-4 reports were submitted 17 and 3 days late, respectively, but prior to the date of the Primary election. The contributions included on the late C-4 reports were timely disclosed on C-3 reports and the expenditures included the required description details. No evidence was found that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-4 reports disclosing campaign activity prior to the Primary election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, David Henderson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2024 Henderson Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Henderson timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including any candidate filing fee and other campaign expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered the evidence presented, the Presiding Officer found that the Respondent failed to stay within limits for a candidate registered under the “Mini Reporting” option in the 2025 election year. The Presiding Officer also found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file the required statutory C-3 and C-4 reports during the 2025 election year and ordered the respondent to be assessed a civil penalty of $150 pursuant to the penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
The Presiding Officer further ordered that the entire civil penalty of $150 be suspended on the condition that the Respondent does not commit any further violations of Chapter RCW 42.17A or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Order – and noted that the suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation or error classified by the Commission a appropriate to address by a technical correction.
The Initial Order was entered on the 27th day of May 2026 and emailed to the Respondent and his attorney on the same day.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to file timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports for the period of April through May 2024 does not appear to be a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ricky Anthony will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports. Staff expects Ricky Anthony, moving forward, to follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance about timely and accurate reporting of contributions and expenditures. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting and sponsor identification on political advertising. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/180403 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""180403 Randi Knott Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8438/180403%20Randi%20Knott%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""180403 Randi Knott Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/22/2025 10:30:06 AM 2025 PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 487 8803 189442 04/27/2026 PDC Staff COLUMBIA BASIN RAILROAD(CBR)/CENTRAL WA RAILROAD (CWR) COLUMBIA BASIN RAILROAD(CBR)/CENTRAL WA RAILROAD (CWR): Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189442 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 11:15:52 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 488 8510 182770 12/11/2025 12/10/2025 02/03/2026 Conner Edwards Ted Bowen Ted Bowen: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .320, .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate and file Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising. RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved as Remedial Violation Candidate - Legislative "The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD BAKER
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2011
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-019 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DONALD BAKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:14:19 PM 494 8545 183885 01/08/2026 02/24/2026 PDC Staff Coby Dwayne Treadway Coby Treadway: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186647 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""186647 Fern Uennatornwaranggoon L-2 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8689/186647%20Fern%20Uennatornwaranggoon%20L-2%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""186647 Fern Uennatornwaranggoon L-2 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Fern Uennatornwaranggoon"", ""address"" : ""1012 Torney Ave, San Francisco CA 94129"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-04-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-21"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-07"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/10/2026 09:58:55 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 509 8550 183890 01/08/2026 02/24/2026 PDC Staff DONALD L HENRY DONALD L HENRY: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to file timely and accurate Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports in the 2024 election does not amount a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jeffery Scott McHargue will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports. Staff expects Mr. McHargue, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about filing accurate and timely campaign reports. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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SKLER BOWER
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-008 150.00 75.00 75.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""16-008 Bower Skyler Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2894/16-008%20Bower%20Skyler%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-008 Bower Skyler Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SKYLER BOWER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS FOR NON PAYMENT 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 75.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 06/17/2021 01:29:29 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 520 8705 186663 03/02/2026 03/20/2026 PDC Staff Kristen L. Boyles Kristen L. Boyles: Alleged Violations of RCW 29B.50.050 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) L2 Monthly "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186663 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - 186663 - Boyles.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8705/SOU%20-%20186663%20-%20Boyles.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 186663 - Boyles"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Kristen L. Boyles"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-04"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/20/2026 10:55:05 AM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 521 9030 191596 06/04/2026 07/16/2026 PDC Staff Kyle A. Strengholt Kyle A. Strengholt: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate F1 Allegation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/191596 1000.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt F-1 Full Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/9030/191596%20Kyle%20Strengholt%20F-1%20Full%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt F-1 Full Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt Memo (Full).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/9030/191596%20Kyle%20Strengholt%20Memo%20%28Full%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt Memo (Full)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt Annual F-1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/9030/191596%20Kyle%20Strengholt%20Annual%20F-1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""191596 Kyle Strengholt Annual F-1 Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Final_Order-Strengholt-F1-191596-Amended.1 - signed.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/9030/Final_Order-Strengholt-F1-191596-Amended.1%20-%20signed.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Final_Order-Strengholt-F1-191596-Amended.1 - signed"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Kyle Strengholt"", ""address"" : ""1808 Fairview CT Lynden, WA 98264"", ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-07-31"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Final Order Balance Due"", ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/16/2026 03:35:28 PM 2026 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 522 9049 191914 06/08/2026 06/08/2026 06/26/2026 Conner Edwards Trinity Hightower Stucker Trinity Hightower Stucker: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Complaint Publication Process Candidate - Local "A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
This matter was also heard at an October 28, 2021 Commission Meeting, where the Commission affirmed the civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended, which is due within 30 days of the 11/9 Final Order.
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KAREN BAILEY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-018 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 537 2284 11-050 06/07/2011 06/07/2011 PDC STAFF TIMOTHY KNUE TIMOTHY KNUE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOTHY KNUE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-050 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 538 7431 161355 10/16/2024 09/27/2024 03/04/2025 Conner Edwards UFCW UNION LOCAL 367 POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTE FUND UFCW Union Local 367: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on reports (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Union "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on September 27, 2024, and October 16, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a no penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 calendar year; the signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JENNIFER SMITH
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/05/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-078 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 541 2581 13-063 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff MORPHO TRUST MORPHO TRUST: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MORPHO TRUST
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-063 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 542 2576 13-058 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC COVENTRY COVENTRY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
COVENTRY
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ODOM SOUTHERN HOLDINGS LLC
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-069 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 544 2611 13-093 04/10/2013 04/10/2013 PDC Staff JIM KAINBER JIM KAINBER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JIM KAINBER
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-093 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 545 2755 14-054 10/28/2013 10/28/2013 GREGORY WILDER QUINCY SNOW QUINCY SNOW: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
QUINCY SNOW
By GREGORY WILDER
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/23/2015
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-054 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 546 2761 14-064 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF GREGORY MCLEOD GREGORY MCLEOD: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GREGORY MCLEOD
By PDC STAFF
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-064 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 547 2871 15-081 09/14/2015 09/14/2015 RUBY SCHUTTIE TIM TIMMRECK ROBERT MASCIOLA TIM TIMMRECK ROBERT MASCIOLA: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.550, RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIM TIMMRECK ROBERT MASCIOLA
By RUBY SCHUTTIE
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.550, RCW 42.17A.555
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/29/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.550: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.555: DISMISSED
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The following allegation has been made against the respondent WILLIAM BURKETT: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on September 8, 2023. The complaint alleged that Skamania County Democrats, a bona fide county party committee, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to disclose an accurate carry forward balance.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Grace D. Cross on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the Skamania County Democrats did submit a small number of campaign reports late ranging from calendar year 2020 forward, many of the expenses were for party building activities, and items not related to any candidate elections. Staff noted that the carry forward balance discrepancies have been addressed.
Staff found no evidence that the Skamania County Democrats purposely filed late or inaccurate campaign reports in order to conceal its activities from the public or adversely affect the outcome of previous elections.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file campaign reports dating back from calendar year 2018 forward, including details of in-kind contribution activities, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Skamania County Democrats to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures including accurate carry forward balances on C-4 reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred does not constitute a material violation because it was inadvertent and minor, or has been cured, and, after consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by you for 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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MELISSA MUSSER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/30/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A total of ten complaints were filed against Manka Dhingra, a candidate for State Senator in the 45th Legislative District in 2017, with the first two complaints having already been resolved. The remaining eight complaints contained numerous allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A. for hundreds of campaign contribution and expenditure activities as disclosed on Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Friends of Manka Dhingra Campaign (Campaign).
The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 25, 2025. The complaint alleged that Rick Eskil (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.25.090 and.100 by failing to accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-4 reports, based on the existence of a negative dollar amount on line 18 of the Respondent’s August 2025 C-4 report.
There are both mitigating and aggravating factors present in this case:
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately file C-4 and C-3 reports for 2025 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely and/or accurately disclose the following on PDC reports in 2025: 1) expenditures made in March and October of 2025; 2) loans he made to his campaign; and 3) contributions received by the campaign. Staff expect him to timely and accurately report all expenditures, contributions and loans in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made minor or ministerial errors in reports which did not materially harm the public interest. He made the necessary corrections to resolve the negative dollar amount on his August 2025 C-4 report within 21 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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KRISHNA EVELAND
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 25, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 and .25.100 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports and accurately report carryforward balances between calendar years.
• Building Owners and Managers Association PAC of Washington is a Continuing Committee, registered with the PDC under the full reporting option.
• The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-4 reports on the reporting schedule for a committee participating in an election and the ending 2024 and that the beginning 2025 carryforward balance was off by $10.39.
• The Committee participated in the 2025 primary and general elections, listing monetary contributions beginning June 27, ending on October 29, 2025, to registered candidates, totaling $9,100.
• As a PAC participating in the 2025 primary election, the PAC was required to file a 21-day pre-primary C-4 on July 15, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 1 - July 14; a 7-day pre-primary C-4 on July 29, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 15 - July 27; and a post primary C-4 on September 10, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 28 – August 31.
• As a PAC participating in the 2025 general election, the PAC was required to file a 21-day pre general C-4 on October 14, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering September 1 – October 13; a 7-day pre general C-4 on October 28, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering October 14 – 27; and a post general C-4 on December 10, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering October 28 – November 30.
• The Committee instead filed on a monthly schedule during the 2025 election.
• A copy of the complaint was sent to the Respondent on January 2, 2026. The Committee acknowledged that C-4 reports were filed late, citing staff turnover that resulted in an unintended lapse in timely filings. The PAC also acknowledged a minor discrepancy in the carryforward balance from 2024 to 2025. The committee stated it takes its reporting obligations seriously and will continue internal reviews to ensure future compliance.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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• WA State National Organization for Women PAC registered as a continuing political action committee on 8/1/2023, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
Case 157522
• A complaint was filed alleging a single late filed C-3 (contribution) report, and two late filed C-4 (expenditure) reports, with a lack of required detail for political advertising on C-4 (expenditure) reports as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• WAC 390-16-037 includes directions on disclosing expenditures made for certain types of political advertisements and includes an example of the expected detail.
• The political action committee raised a total of $2,650.50 for the 2023 calendar year and had $2,895.63 in expenditures for the 2023 calendar year. Four C-3 (contribution) reports were filed in the 2023 calendar year, all being filed late. Two C-4 (expenditure) reports were filed between a week and a month late for the 2023 calendar year, and required expenditure detail for political advertising was missing.
• Once notified, the committee amended the expenditure report in question to include the quantity of stickers and buttons purchased for political advertising.
• The Respondent stated they had filing issues and retained help for future filings.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEVIN CLINE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed on July 19, 2024, July 24, 2024, and October 17, 2024. The complaints alleged that Mike Backman, a candidate for Wahkiakum County Commissioner, Position 1 in the 2024 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found that although the Respondent filed two C-4 reports and three C-3 reports after their due date, the reports were filed prior to the applicable elections. In addition, the Respondent amended the 21-day Pre-Primary C-4 report to include the required expenditure detail. No evidence was found that the late reporting or expenditure description omission was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit the 21-day Pre-Primary C-4 report, the 21-day Pre-General C-4 report, and three C-3 reports does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mike Backman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2024 Backman Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Backman timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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AHNE PLLC
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.615: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-058 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""AHNE PLLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-05-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 605 2855 15-062 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC Staff JOSEPH MIZRAHI JOSEPH MIZRAHI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPH MIZRAHI
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.615: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-062 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JOSEPH MIZRAHI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-06-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-05-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 606 2506 12-249 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JAMES LIEBRECHT JAMES LIEBRECHT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES LIEBRECHT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/19/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-249 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JAMES LIEBRECHT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:17:52 PM
607 8317 178071 08/29/2025 12/02/2025 PDC Staff Dixie Boush Dixie Boush: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).
Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy). If you are found in violation for failing to file the required report, be aware that you also are required to comply with future C-4 deadlines, including file the post-primary report due Sept. 10 and the three reports under the general election C-4 schedule, and PDC staff is prepared to recommend the presiding officer include suspended penalties that will become due if you fail to timely file any of these required future reports.
Attendance at the hearing is encouraged but not required.
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.
Place: Remotely from Olympia/Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission, or his designee
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/178071 300.00 175.00 175.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""178071 Dixie Boush Candidate C-4 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8317/178071%20Dixie%20Boush%20Candidate%20C-4%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178071 Dixie Boush Candidate C-4 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dixie Boush"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-10-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-11-17"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 175.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 175.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/11/2026 12:06:09 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation.
608 9006 191418 05/28/2026 05/28/2026 06/11/2026 Conner Edwards Grace Cross Grace Cross: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failure to file expenditures report RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
Background and Findings
· Jacob Rosenblum is a candidate for School Director of Ferndale SD 502 in the 2025 general election.
· The complaint alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign yard signs.
· Upon receiving the complaint, Respondent explained that they were unaware of the requirement. The campaign promptly updated their signs to have sponsor identification.
· PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of sponsor identification on political advertising and you are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/180548 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""180548 Jacob Rosenblum Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8454/180548%20Jacob%20Rosenblum%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""180548 Jacob Rosenblum Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/14/2025 01:08:10 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 619 3024 50178 04/10/2019 04/10/2019 07/08/2019 James Busey Barry DePaoli DePaoli, Barry: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for use of school district resources to distribute political advertising from Citizens Campaign Committee (EY 19; April 19) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of school district emails to distribute political advertising sponsored by the Citizens Campaign Committee, a political committee in favor of a bond measure for the Lake Chelan School District.
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LONNIE FENTON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/15/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-009 200.00 150.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""LONNIE FENTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-11-16"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:29:09 PM
624 8556 183896 01/08/2026 02/18/2026 PDC Staff "Graham ""Gib"" Black" "Graham ""Gib"" Black: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25)" RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.
Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission.
Your attendance at the hearing is encouraged but not required.
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Thursday January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Remotely from Olympia/Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission, or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/183896 450.00 350.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""183896 Graham Gib Black C4 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8556/183896%20Graham%20Gib%20Black%20C4%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183896 Graham Gib Black C4 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Graham \""Gib\"" Black"", ""address"" : ""4665 Pear Point Rd, Friday Harbor WA 98250"", ""order_date"" : ""2026-02-06"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-09"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 350.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Reports filed and penalty paid within 30 days of order, no violations for 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-02-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 02/18/2026 07:45:23 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation.
625 9085 192761 06/12/2026 06/12/2026 Conner Edwards Brandon K. Guernsey Brandon K. Guernsey: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Assessment of Facts Candidate - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NUPRECON LP
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/19/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-068 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""NUPRECON LP"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:41:06 PM 654 9127 193470 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Ann M. Johnson Ann M. Johnson: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193470 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:52:59 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 655 8842 189482 04/27/2026 PDC Staff Medical Evaluation Specialists, LLC Medical Evaluation Specialists, LLC: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189482 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 11:11:58 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 656 9092 192794 06/12/2026 06/12/2026 Conner Edwards Blake Richards Blake Richards: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090, and .100 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Assessment of Facts Candidate - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROUTH CRABTREE OLSEN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-073 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ROUTH CRABTREE OLSEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:56:23 PM
658 9128 193471 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Anthony Washington Anthony Washington: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193471 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:52:59 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation.
659 9054 191963 05/19/2026 05/18/2026 06/26/2026 Conner Edwards NORTHWEST REGIONAL ORGANIZING COALITION PAC NORTHWEST REGIONAL ORGANIZING COALITION PAC: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - Other "PDC staff reviewed the allegations and contacted NORTHWEST REGIONAL
ORGANIZING COALITION PAC regarding this matter. NORTHWEST REGIONAL
ORGANIZING COALITION PAC acknowledged the issue and took corrective
action to address the identified deficiency. At PDC staff’s direction,
the Respondent:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/186651 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Public Disclosure Commission Statement of Understanding_Hannah Thompson-Garner_ PDC Case 186651 (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8693/Public%20Disclosure%20Commission%20Statement%20of%20Understanding_Hannah%20Thompson-Garner_%20PDC%20Case%20186651%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Public Disclosure Commission Statement of Understanding_Hannah Thompson-Garner_ PDC Case 186651 (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Hannah Thompson-Garner"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-04-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-03-05"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/11/2026 12:20:09 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 670 8845 189485 04/27/2026 05/05/2026 PDC Staff MT SPOKANE 2000 MT SPOKANE 2000: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189485 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""189485 MT SPOKANE 2000 SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8845/189485%20MT%20SPOKANE%202000%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""189485 MT SPOKANE 2000 SOU"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""MT SPOKANE 2000"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/05/2026 02:57:26 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 671 9131 193474 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Bill O'Neil Bill O'Neil: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193474 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 08:45:10 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 672 2598 13-080 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN OF WA UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN OF WA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN OF WA
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-080 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""UTILITY CONTRACTORS ASSN OF WA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:35:28 PM 673 8846 189486 04/27/2026 05/28/2026 PDC Staff MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189486 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""189486 - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8846/189486%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""189486 - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2026-05-27"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-05-27"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/28/2026 02:10:40 PM 2025 Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 674 9096 192808 06/28/2026 06/12/2026 Conner Edwards Roseanne Nicole Ennis - Jezerinac Roseanne Ennis-Jezerinac: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090, .100 and 29B.30.050 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Assessment of Facts Candidate - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-098 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:57:58 PM
680 8848 189488 04/27/2026 PDC Staff National Association of Residential Property Managers National Association of Residential Property Managers: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189488 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/20/2026 09:30:30 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation.
681 9133 193476 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Brian G. Hess Brian G. Hess: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193476 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:52:59 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation.
682 8582 183922 01/08/2026 02/17/2026 PDC Staff Stefan Maxfield Stefan Maxfield: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.
Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission.
Your attendance at the hearing is encouraged but not required.
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Thursday January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Remotely from Olympia/Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission, or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/183922 450.00 200.00 200.00 0.00 450.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""183922 Stefan Maxfield C4 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8582/183922%20Stefan%20Maxfield%20C4%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183922 Stefan Maxfield C4 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Stefan Maxfield"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-02-06"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-09"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""suspended on condition that penalty paid and reports filed within 30 days and no violations within 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 200.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 07/08/2026 10:31:01 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation.
683 8849 189489 04/27/2026 PDC Staff National Organization for Women-WA ST Chapter National Organization for Women-WA ST Chapter: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189489 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/20/2026 08:24:55 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation.
684 8581 183921 01/08/2026 02/17/2026 PDC Staff Sandi Phinney Sandi Phinney: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.
Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission.
Your attendance at the hearing is encouraged but not required.
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Thursday January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Place: Remotely from Olympia/Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission, or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/183921 450.00 200.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""183921 Sandi Phinney C4 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8581/183921%20Sandi%20Phinney%20C4%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""183921 Sandi Phinney C4 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Sandi Phinney"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2026-02-06"", ""due_date"" : ""2026-03-09"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""suspended on condition that penalty paid and reports filed within 30 days and no violations within 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-02-23"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 02/23/2026 09:28:10 AM 2025 Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation.
685 9134 193477 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Brian Robertson Brian Robertson: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193477 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 08:45:10 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation.
686 8445 180437 07/30/2025 07/30/2025 12/11/2025 Conner Edwards Lindsay Smolko Lindsay Smolko : Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .320 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign advertising (EY25 OCT25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on May 14, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 & .100 for failure to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditure (C-4) reports and accurately disclose carryforward balance between calendar years.
• The complaint alleged that the Committee failed to file a C-4 report covering the period from July 29 to September 8, 2025, had a $1000 carry-forward discrepancy between calendar years 2025 and 2026, and disclosed a $500 expenditure in calendar year 2024 without complete vendor detail.
• On May 18, 2026, a copy of the complaint was sent to Respondent. The Committee worked with PDC staff and determined that the vendor it used for PDC reporting had supplied inaccurate reporting periods. Subsequent amendments filed by the Committee made the appearance of a reporting coverage lapse. PDC staff corrected the reporting issue, resulting in all reporting periods being properly disclosed on the PDC website. The Committee indicated that a clerical error caused a carry-forward discrepancy and that it was promptly corrected once notified of the complaint.
• Regarding the allegation of incomplete expenditure detail in calendar year 2025, PDC staff reminds the Respondent to include all required expenditure information, including vendor names and addresses, when applicable. Given the minimal amount at issue staff is not requesting that the report be amended.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
You made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. You made the necessary technical corrections within 2-21 days of being notified by PDC staff. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROGER FREEMAN
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/12/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 01/04/2023 12:25:26 PM 690 9135 193478 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Brit Kraner Brit Kraner: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193478 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:53:00 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 691 8577 183917 01/08/2026 02/17/2026 PDC Staff Richard (Rick) Ross Richard (Rick) Ross: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.25.090 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.020 to determine if you violated RCW 29B.25.090 by failing to timely file one or more mandatory C-4 for the 2025 general election.The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of a complaint filed by JD Wallace on October 19, which alleged that Jon Lebo (the ""Respondent') violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to provide sponsor identification (ID) on political advertising (signs). Starting on June 6, 2024, sponsor ID is required to be displayed on campaign yard signs.
Applicable Laws and Rules
[1] For the purposes of political advertising, the “sponsor” is the person who paid for the advertising. If a person acts as an agent or is reimbursed for the payment, the original source of the payment is the sponsor.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A.320. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding the Respondent about the importance of providing full sponsor ID on political advertising as required. He is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules concerning sponsor ID in the future.
If you have questions, contact Tabatha Blacksmith at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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RONALD LAWSON
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 02/26/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVE BRASTOW
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-104 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 714 9139 193482 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Charles M. SEIMEARS Charles M. SEIMEARS: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193482 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:53:00 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 715 8854 189494 04/27/2026 PDC Staff Northwest Grain Growers, Inc. Northwest Grain Growers, Inc.: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189494 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/19/2026 12:07:50 PM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 716 3854 80227 11/13/2020 01/21/2021 PDC Staff Neal Martin Neal Martin: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement for Calendar Year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. Relevant findings include:
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALCOA US PRIMARY METALS INTALCO ALUMINUM CORP
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/11/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the three complaints filed by Colleen Sheahan (the “Complainant”) on December 9, 2025.
The complaints alleged the Nikki Torres (the “Respondent”), a candidate registered with the PDC for the positions of State Senator in Legislative Districts 8, 15 and 16, violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely 1) update, within 10 days of a material change, her C-1 report (Candidate Registration) and F-1 report (Personal Financial Affairs Statement); and 2) file a C-1 report for the Leg. Dist. 15 position. The complaint also alleged that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.490 if contributions raised for one office (Leg. Dist. 16) were used for a different office (Leg. Dist. 15) after March 2025 without first obtaining permission from contributors.
Non-compliance appeared to be the result of a good-faith misunderstanding regarding the criteria that triggers candidacy for the purpose of registering and reporting with the PDC, which is partially mitigating. The Respondent's 1) 39-day delay in amending her original C-1 report to reflect a change from LD 15 to LD 16 due to redistricting; 2) second C-1 report (for LD 15) filed 245 days late; and 3) F-1 report, filed 4 days late are partially mitigated by the fact that the impact of noncompliance on the public was minimal because the Respondent took corrective action well in advance of the 2026 Primary and General Elections.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to timely 1) amend one C-1 report; 2) file a second C-1 report; and 3) file an F-1 report do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately register and/or update her candidate registrations (C-1 reports), and timely file her F-1 report. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely submit and amend all required C-1 and F-1 reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), which are due by the 15th day of each calendar month, and disclose activity in the previous calendar month.
In accordance with RCW 29B.20.030 and RCW 29B.60.060, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if the respondent violated RCW 29B.50.050 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed Brief Enforcement Hearings FAQ).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30 am
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission or his designee
Authority: Title 29B RCW and WAC 390
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for Charter Review Commissioner of Pierce County in the 2025 general election.
· The complaint alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign yard signs.
· The signs contained a QR code that linked to the candidate’s website but did not have the required sponsor identification. Upon receiving the complaint, Respondent updated their signs to have sponsor identification.
· PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of sponsor identification on political advertising and you are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/180442 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""180442 Jesse Young Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8446/180442%20Jesse%20Young%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""180442 Jesse Young Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""180442 Jesse Young Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8446/180442%20Jesse%20Young%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""180442 Jesse Young Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/14/2025 12:56:03 PM 2025 PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 760 7358 159775 08/22/2024 08/22/2024 12/18/2024 Conner Edwards Washington Independent Telecommunications Political Action Committee (WITPAC) Washington Independent Telecommunications Political Action Committee: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Business
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Washington Independent Telecommunications Political Action Committee is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• Two complaints were filed alleging late reporting.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The Respondent acknowledges that they filed the reports in question late. According to the response provided by the Respondent, this was due to the individual who was responsible for filing the committees reports having had a loss in the family in July. Upon returning to their duties, they filed the delinquent reports.
• The Respondent has committed to putting into place a back-up plan so that this doesn’t happen in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Washington Independent Telecommunications Political Action Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Washington Independent Telecommunications Political Action Committee timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
The PDC has not issued guidance concerning what is required to satisfy the reporting requirements in RCW 42.17A.260 and RCW 42.17A.305 to provide “a detailed description of expenditures.” Although specific standards are not explicitly required by statute or rule, staff appreciates the value of a detailed description of expenditures and is thankful for the Committee’s willingness to voluntarily provide a more detailed description of their expenditures to vendors. The Committee provided a general description of internal services when outside vendors were not used and the PDC has not issued guidance suggesting that additional detail be provided.
PDC staff will consider providing additional guidance concerning the meaning of “a detailed description of expenditures” and for describing the use of internal staff to conduct campaign activities when reporting independent expenditures and electioneering communications.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the expenditure error disclosed on the initial submission of the May 2019 C-4 report late reporting was a data entry error as supported by the amendment submitted later the same day. Although staff found that the accurate report was submitted one day late, the correction was available several weeks prior to the 2019 primary election. Staff found no evidence that the reporting error was intentionally made to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the May 2019 C-4 report for the 2019 Kathleen Martin Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kathleen Martin will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures for her 2019 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Martin timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Jennifer Manchester on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the discrepancy in the beginning balance and the omission of the address for vendors used in making in-kind contributions were unintentional and not done to conceal campaign information from the public. The committee has reported detailed information for vendors on current 2023 C-4 reports and has committed to continue to comply with this requirement in the future. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent purposely omitted information. Regarding the beginning balance, staff found that funds were collected prior to the Respondent meeting the definition of a political committee, was not yet required to register and report with the PDC and have since been identified.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose an accurate carry forward balance and failure to include address information for vendors used to make in-kind contributions does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of an accurate carry forward balance and failure to include the address for vendors used in making in-kind contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Pacific County Democratic Central Committee accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including carry forward balances and detailed information regarding in-kind contributions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 10, 2022, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to timely register as a political committee and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities as a political committee
The Committee paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the matter is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioners present both telephonically and online were Fred Jarrett, Commission Chair (presiding); Nancy Isserlis, Commission Vice-Chair (recused and did not participate); and Commissioners William Downing and Allen Hayward. Also present both telephonically and online were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission, Assistant Attorney General Susie Giles-Klein representing PDC Staff, and Jennifer Hansen, PDC Compliance Officer. Notice was provided to the Respondent and he appeared on his own behalf.
This Order on Reconsideration will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the Initial Hearing Order assessing a $300 civil penalty, with $100 suspended, is MODIFIED as follows:
1. Respondent Ozzie Knezovich is assessed a total civil penalty of $300, with $100 suspended for violation of RCW 42.17A.555. Payment of the $200 non-suspended portion of the penalty is due within 30 days of the date of this order. The remaining $100 civil penalty is suspended on the following conditions:
a. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
b. The Respondent signs a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violation of RCW 42.17A.555 and pays the $200 non-suspended civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. If the Respondent fails to comply with any of the above conditions the suspended civil penalty of $100 penalty will immediately become due without further action by the Commission.
3. The finding in the Initial Order that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.635(2) is VACATED.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure (C-4) reports and failure to provide sponsor identification on the committee’s website.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution, except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising must include the name and address of the sponsor. Sponsor identification should appear on the first page or fold of the political advertising, in at least ten-point type, and be set apart from any other printed matter. WAC 390-18-010 indicates that all advertising must clearly state that it has been paid for by the sponsor.
Background and Findings
· Kittitas County Democrats is a Bonafide Committee.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-4 reports, failure to include required expenditure detail and failure to have complete sponsor identification on PAC website.
· On June 26, 2025, Respondent contacted PDC staff to confirm whether their PAC was registered under the Mini Reporting option, as they believed. PDC staff informed them that the PAC was instead registered for full reporting. Saff then worked with Respondent to file all delinquent C-3 and C-4 reports.
· The PAC did not exceed the Mini Reporting requirements and amended their committee registration to mini reporting on July 14, 2025.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on September 4, 2025. The PAC updated their website to include complete sponsor identification and updated their expenditures to include required detail.
· Respondent does have previous warnings of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contribution (C-3) reports and expenditure (C-4) reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution, except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Walla Walla. On January 01, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports.
· Respondent did not appear on the primary election ballot. The campaign had minimal activity but did surpass $750 of aggregate activity, requiring Respondent to file C-3 and C-4 reports, which the candidate filed late. Respondent timely filed requited reports for the general election.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
If you have questions, contact Colin Peeples at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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The staff reviewed the complaint and noted that the respondent failed to file an F-1 report with the statutory required two weeks of appointment and issued a formal warning to the respondent.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on January 5, 2026. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to accurately file expenditure (C-4) reports.· Respondent was a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Bellingham. On March 18, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the full reporting option.
· The complaint alleged that Respondent inaccurately reported processing fees associated with online contributions.
· On January 15, 2026, a copy of the complaint was sent to Respondent. After receiving the complaint Mr. Reding explained his treasurer had a family medical emergency and was not available to assist with the allegations. He submitted bank statements to PDC staff and stated he did not serve as treasurer and was unfamiliar with campaign reporting requirements. Upon review of the records, Mr. Reding and PDC staff determined that processing fees reported by treasurer Cheyanna Strickland totaling $1,051.63, were not supported by the records and required correction.
· Respondent worked with PDC staff to update the campaign records. Following reconciliation, the campaign records reflect a negative balance of $68.41. Given that Respondent did not win the election, unavailability of the treasurer and the minimal amount of the negative balance, PDC staff determined that requiring further correction would be overly burdensome and the discrepancy did not result in material harm to the public.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
On February 4, 2026, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 29B.25.090 and .100 for failure to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditure reports.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that the 7-day pre-election C-4 report for the February 2026 special election was filed late as alleged in the complaint. The staff also noted that there was a discrepancy in the carry-forward balance from the 2022 campaign into the 2026 campaign as depicted in the campaign’s initial C-4 report for the 2026 campaign, as alleged in the complaint. However, after consideration of all circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act.
Based on this information, PDC staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to file timely and accurate C-4 report and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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Hearing cancelled for now!!! Hearing notice returned stating ""fwd to Benton County Jail."" At least one case at AllianceOne. Called 509-438-0810 and line is busy. Emailed pcrane@finleysd.org 6/16 JB
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to timely and accurately file the C-3 and C-4 reports showing contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The alleged failure to include full sponsor identification on political advertising has no evidence supporting a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expect that you will timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
On November 3, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and WAC 390-1-043 by failing to respond to a request to inspect books of account.
Based on our findings, the PDC staff determined that the respondent promptly/timely responded to the request for public inspection of the books of account and later provided the requested documents. As such, no evidence of a violation was found in this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC staff found that no further action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC390-37-060(1)(d).
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The complaint also alleged that the Respondent failed to file C-3 and C-4 reports in 2025. However, the Respondent selected the Mini Reporting option for 2025 and was not required to file reports. Two other allegations, which concerned the use of public facilities to distribute a flyer on parked cars at a school and claims of being registered/compliant, were dismissed.
The incorrect election year on the committee's registrations for 2025 appears to be a good-faith error, which has since been remedied. The impact of this error on the public was minimal because the correct election year for Propositions 9 and 10 is information that was publicly available elsewhere (e.g. on the internet). Insufficient sponsor ID on a flyer and the committee’s Facebook page in 2025 appears to be a good-faith omission that is partially mitigated by the fact that the identity of the sponsor was apparent. Noncompliance is further mitigated by the relatively small size of the campaign.
PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to 1) provide complete sponsor ID in 2025; and 2) enter the correct election year on their 2025 registrations do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to 1) include complete sponsor ID on political advertising in 2025; and 2) accurately disclose the election year for ballot propositions supported or opposed on C-1pc reports. Staff expect the committee to include complete sponsor ID in advertising and provide accurate registration details on C-1pc reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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EMILY SOKOLSKI
By PDC
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/24/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD MARZANO
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RONALD POULSEN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAMELA THROWER-LESESNE
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17.090: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-055 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10055.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2143/10055.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10055.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 841 8879 189519 04/27/2026 04/28/2026 PDC Staff The Northwest Seaport Alliance The Northwest Seaport Alliance: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189519 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 10:55:40 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 842 8880 189520 04/27/2026 PDC Staff TK Elevator TK Elevator: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189520 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 10:55:32 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 843 8669 186539 02/26/2026 02/25/2026 03/03/2026 Conner Edwards Andrew Koeppen Andrew Koeppen: Alleged violations of RCW 29B.25.090, .25.100 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local "
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to disclose full sponsor identification on political advertisements does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to disclose full sponsor identification on political advertisements. PDC Staff expects that you include full sponsor identification on future political advertisements. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK WHITTAKER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/10/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisement as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future. Additionally, for future reference, the PDC staff also shared its expectation regarding making sure that the Respondent displays sponsor identification and party preference in an area set apart from the ad text and using at least 10-point type, or 10 percent of the largest size type used, whichever is greater and not to screen or half-tone the text, in all future campaigns.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RONDA LITZENBERGER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisement as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future. Additionally, for future reference, the PDC staff shared its expectation regarding making sure that the Respondent displays sponsor identification and party preference in an area set apart from the ad text and using at least 10-point type, or 10 percent of the largest size type used, whichever is greater and not to screen or half-tone the text, in all future campaigns. .
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisement as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future. Additionally, for future reference, the PDC staff also shared its expectation regarding making sure that the Respondent displays sponsor identification and party preference in an area set apart from the ad text and using at least 10-point type, or 10 percent of the largest size type used, whichever is greater and not to screen or half-tone the text, in all future campaigns. .
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Andrew Saturn on April 10, 2019. The complaint alleged that Jay Rodne may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.600 and WAC 390-20-143 for failure to register Pac Rim Bridges, LLC as a lobbyist firm; and (2) RCW 42.17A.600 for failure to register himself as a lobbyist with Pac Rim Bridges, LLC.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response(s) provided by Jay Rodne and Senator Doug Ericksen in a related case (PDC Case 50328), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The written responses from Jay Rodne and Senator Doug Ericksen, confirm that Pac Rim Bridges, LLC and its two named governors, do not meet the statutory definition of a lobbyist and that neither Pac Rim nor Mr. Rodne have engaged in lobbying activities that would require registration with the PDC.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. However, the staff determined that the Respondent made minor or ministerial errors which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Regarding the alleged personal use of campaign funds, the staff found that the Respondent’s use of campaign fund was consistent with the PDC guidelines and did not constitute impermissible personal use. As such, this allegation was dismissed.
Based on the above findings, the PDC staff resolved this matter as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17 A.755 and WAC 390-37-060 and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to timely and accurately disclosure contributions and expenditures on reports; and failure to disclose full sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure contributions and expenditures on reports; and for failure to disclose full sponsor identification on political advertising. Staff expect that you will timely and accurately disclosure contributions and expenditures on reports and disclose full sponsor identification on political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 12, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditure (C-4) reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Physician Anesthesia PAC is a Continuing Committee, registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option.
· The PAC participated in the 2025 Primary Election, listing monetary contributions beginning July 16, 2025, to registered candidates.
· As a PAC participating in the 2025 Primary Election, the PAC was required to file a 7-day pre-primary C-4 on July 29, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 15- July 27.
· The PAC was filing on a monthly reporting schedule but did file the October C-4 on October 23, 2025, before the 7-day pre-general reporting deadline.
· The Respondent does have a previous warning of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
You completed a no-penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the 7-day pre-primary election C-4 reports during the 2025 election campaign; and (2) failing to timely file the 21-day pre-general election C-4 reports during the 2025 election. The signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has
dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Trish Winter-Hunt on November 13, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A235, RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-043 and WAC 390-13-125 for failure to provide accurate campaign books of account upon request and exceeding mini reporting limits.
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235, WAC 390-16-043, and WAC 390-16-125 for: (1) failing to provide accurate campaign books of account; (2) and exceeding mini reporting requirements during the 2025 election. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
R D WILLIAMS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/16/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Trish Winter-Hunt on November 13, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-043 and WAC 390-13-125 for failure to provide accurate campaign books of account upon request and exceeding mini reporting limits.
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235, WAC 390-16-043, and WAC 390-16-125 for: (1) failing to provide accurate campaign books of account; (2) and exceeding mini reporting requirements during the 2025 election. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
Background and Findings
• The Respondent was a candidate in election year 2025 and filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on May 1, 2025, for the Full Reporting option. They previously served as a Council Member on the Tukwila City Council between 2012 to 2023 and sought reelection in 2025. The Respondent won the election.
• The C-3 Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) report for a deposit on June 10, 2025, report #110291000, showed a deposit of $1,848.59 identified as ""transfer from 2019 City Council campaign."" The C-3 report for a deposit on July 11, 2025, report #110329840, showed a deposit of $1,888.29, also as a transfer from ""2019 Kate4Tukwila Campaign."" There did not appear to be enough funds remaining in the 2019 campaign for both of these transfers to occur. Staff inquired about the transfers and the Respondent stated:
At the end of my 2019 campaign for re-election to the Tukwila City Council, I had $3,736.88 remaining in my account. I placed that amount in savings at that time to hold over until I ran for city council again. I did not use any of the funds for my run for Tukwila City Mayor in 2023. When I filed to run for City Council in 2025, I called the Public Disclosure Commission to learn how to transfer that amount to the current campaign. I learned that when data from the 2019 iteration of ORCA had been migrated to the current version. With that, it carried forward an amount of $1,848.59 and the PDC Filing Advisor told me that the remaining $1,888.29 had somehow ended up recorded as ""Petty Cash."" I never use Petty Cash in my campaigns so something went wrong in the data migration. The PDC Advisor moved the amount we understood as a carry forward to my 2025 campaign. Because I did not need it and was concerned about moving forward with the logistics of my campaign, I left the remaining amount in the savings account. Later in the year, as I was getting ready to close out the campaign, I asked again about the remaining amount. I didn't want to leave it in the 2019 campaign and wanted to be transparent that there was money sitting in my account, so I asked the PDC Advisor what to do about it. He said I could ""transfer"" the amount to my 2025 campaign, so at least it was accounted for in the latest campaign. I followed the instructions given to move the amount $1,888.29 to the 2025 campaign record. My understanding is that this transfer was correct and no amendment is required.
Based on the technical assistance provided by PDC staff, the allegation is dismissed.
• The 21-day C-4 report, #110319178, was submitted on October 7, 2025, for the period September 1 through 13, 2025, due October 14, 2025. The report incorporated all applicable timely submitted C-3 reports. On the C-4 there is an expenditure identified as paid on October 12, 2025, which was after the date the report was submitted. The Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system is designed to allow a report to be filed early and a future expenditure date entered. PDC staff inquired about the reporting and learned that the expenditure you reported to the Washington State Democratic Central Committee was the exact cost. The reporting did not require amending and the allegation is dismissed.
• The C-3, for a deposit of $25 on October 22, 2025, due October 27, 2025, was submitted thirteen days late on November 9, 2025.
• The 7-day C-4 report, #110329056, was submitted twenty days late on November 17, 2025, for the period October 14 through 27, 2025, due October 28, 2025. The report indicated a $1,429.73 expenditure for printing of a mailer. The expenditure purpose was amended on December 26, 2025, to include the missing number of mailers printed.
• The Post-general C-4 report, #110330975, was submitted timely on November 25, 2025, for the period October 28 through November 30, 2025. The report was amended December 26, 2025, sixteen days after the due date, in order to update the expenditure purpose reporting the number of mailers printed and SMS Text Messages sent.
• The Respondent does not have any previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements within the statute of limitations.
Summary and Resolution
In response to the alleged late reporting, the Respondent stated that they thought they had filed the reports timely but after receiving the complaint, realized the reports had not been submitted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. Staff expects the Respondent to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.205 requires registration of political committees two weeks after organization or within two weeks after the date the committee first has the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in any election campaign, whichever is earlier.
RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions, in-kind donations of goods or services, and expenditures made by the campaign.
RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required content of each campaign report including the name and address of each person making contributions and to whom an expenditure was made.
In addition, while an organization may be a civic, social, or professional organization primarily, it may also be a political committee if it solicits or receives contributions for the purpose of use in election campaigns or otherwise meets the primary purpose tests outlined in PDC Interpretation 07-02.
Background and Findings
· The complaint alleged that Save Our Sammamish’s Facebook page was created to oppose certain elected officials, specifically the city of Sammamish City Council members, and that it is an unregistered political committee operating under the same name as a PAC already registered with the PDC.
· In their response, Respondent explained that Save Our Sammamish is a grassroots, bipartisan coalition of Sammamish residents formed in spring of 2025. They stated they are not a political action committee and never have been. In further statements they conveyed that they are not affiliated with the PAC with a similar name registered with the PDC and their only expenditures have been for the website and informational and advocacy signage. They additionally stated that they have not spent any funds to campaign for or against candidates or ballot measures.
· The complaint provided an image of a sign that stated, “Vote For the Council who will REPRESENT you!” and referenced the group’s website. PDC staff did not discern that the sign could be seen as even implied support for a particular candidate given that it nor the website made reference to candidates.
· PDC staff’s review of Save Our Sammamish’s online social media content did find instances of support for candidates for City Council of the City of Sammamish, but no costs appeared to be associated.
· Based on review of the evidence provided in the complaint, Save our Sammamish’s social media and other online media, the response to the complaint, and PDC records, Save Our Sammamish
does not meet the requirements to register as a political committee.
Summary and Resolution
Staff have determined that, in this instance, no evidence shows that Save Our Sammamish meets the definition of a political committee requiring registration per RCW 42.17A.205 and reporting per RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD MONNIER
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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February 3, 2026
Delivered electronically to downs.andrealee@gmail.com and lalorpa@gmail.com
Subject: PDC Case 181453 regarding Andrea Downs
Dear Andrea Downs:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Margaret Lalor (the “Complainant”) on November 4, 2025, which alleged you violated RCW 29B.30.050 (formerly RCW 42.17A.320) by failing to provide sponsor identification (ID) on political advertising (campaign signs) during election year 2025. Starting on June 6, 2024, sponsor ID is required to be displayed on campaign yard signs.
Applicable Laws and Rules
[1] For the purposes of political advertising, the “sponsor” is the person who paid for the advertising. If a person acts as an agent or is reimbursed for the payment, the original source of the payment is the sponsor.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Missing sponsor ID on your signs is partially mitigated by the facts that 1) the inclusion of “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by” and sponsor address is a relatively new requirement; and 2) the public was not deprived of your identity as the sponsor.
PDC staff have determined that the missing sponsor ID does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff are reminding you about the importance of including sponsor identification on political advertising (campaign signs) in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
If you have questions, you may contact Tabatha Blacksmith at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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Sincerely, Electronically signed by Tabatha Blacksmith Tabatha Blacksmith Compliance Officer |
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Endorsed by,
Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director
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cc: Margaret Lalor
The complaint in this case alleged that Kitty Klitzke (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 29B.45.010 (formerly RCW 42.17A.555) by using public office or agency facilities (resources) to assist Zack Zappone’s 2025 election campaign.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to clarify she was speaking on her own behalf when using her official title does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of clarifying she is speaking on her own behalf, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance, when using her title in support of a candidate in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC has
dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
NOTE: On Jan. 1, 2026, RCW 42.17A was recodified to RCW 29B
February 5, 2026
Delivered electronically to tracymurphyforsheriff@gmail.com and brittany@voiehype.com
Subject: PDC Case 181459 regarding Tracy Murphy
Dear Tracy Murphy:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Brittany A. Miller-Voie (the “Complainant”) on November 11, 2025, which alleged you violated RCW 29B.30.050 (formerly RCW 42.17A.320) by failing to provide sponsor identification (ID) on political advertising (campaign signs) for election year 2026. Starting on June 6, 2024, sponsor ID is required to be displayed on campaign signs.
Applicable Laws and Rules
[1] For the purposes of political advertising, the “sponsor” is the person who paid for the advertising. If a person acts as an agent or is reimbursed for the payment, the original source of the payment is the sponsor.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Missing sponsor ID on the signs located on Jackson Highway, which has since been remedied, is partially mitigated by the following facts: 1) the inclusion of a “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by” statement and sponsor address is a relatively new requirement; 2) the public was not deprived of your identity as the sponsor; 3) you made a good-faith effort to address missing sponsor ID on repurposed signs by adding stickers; and 4) the signs were remedied well in advance of the 2026 election.
PDC staff have determined that the missing sponsor ID does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff are reminding you about the importance of including sponsor identification on political advertising (campaign signs) in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
If you have questions, you may contact Tabatha Blacksmith at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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Electronically signed by Tabatha Blacksmith Tabatha Blacksmith Compliance Officer |
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The complaint alleged that IBEW 112 Local PAC (The Committee), a continuing committee registered with the PDC in January 2002, failed to file an accurate C-4 report for the 2024 final C-4 report.
The staff reviewed the C-4 reports at issue in this matter and noted that The Committee had a discrepancy in the carry-forward balance from the 2024 campaign to the 2025 campaign – which is normally indicative of incomplete or inaccurate disclosure of contributions received and/or expenditures made by The Committee. The Committee reported a closing Cash on Hand balance of $75,906.54 at the end of the 2024 election cycle and reported an opening balance of $77,906.54 at the beginning of 2025 as alleged in the complaint.
As a result, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter.
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The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
· Move Washington Forward Sponsored by Sunnyside Management Inc. is a continuing committee, registered with the PDC under the mini reporting option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-4 reports and failure to provide a valid address on political advertising.
· Upon review, PDC staff determined that a valid address was included at the time of the mailing.
· Staff further determined that newspaper advertisements published on October 21st and October 27th qualified as electioneering communications, requiring a C-6 report to be filed within 24 hours of publication
· Following contact by PDC staff, the Committee reported all previously unreported activity totaling $9,214.24.
· The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding and paid a $300 monetary penalty acknowledging late reporting of C-4 reports and exceeding mini filing requirements.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a C-6 report with the PDC within 24 hours of the date the ad is first published, mailed or otherwise presented to the public, if such presentation occurs within 21 days of an election and the advertising has a fair market value or actual cost of $2,000 or more. Staff expects that you timely file all future C-6 reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
You completed a Statement of Understanding and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely C-4 reports expenditures during the 2025 election campaign; and (2) WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding mini reporting requirements. The $300 penalty assessed resolves those allegations.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Dennis Flynn (the “Complainant”) on November 4, 2025. The complaint alleged that Zack Zappone (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.320 (since recodified as RCW 29B.30.050) by failing to include sponsor identification (ID) in political advertising (in the form of automated telephone messages, or “robocalls”).
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff have determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's failure to include the sponsor ID in robocalls does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning his failure to identify himself as the sponsor of robocalls made in 2025. Staff expect the Respondent to include sponsor ID on all political advertising, including robocalls, in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1)
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JIM KAINBER
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/24/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
WAC 390-18-030(3) provides sponsors of small online advertising an alternative to including the required sponsor identification disclosures on the ad itself when doing so would be impractical. The sponsor may use an automatic display with the ad that takes the reader directly to the required disclosures. Examples of automatic displays include, but are not limited to, pop-ups that cannot be blocked, roll-overs, and separate text boxes or one-click links that automatically appear or take the reader directly to the required disclosures.
WAC 390-18-010 and WAC 390-18-030 contain additional information regarding sponsor identification requirements and exemptions for political advertising, and alternatives for online advertising.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is an elected official of the City of Richland.
· The complaint alleged failure to provide sponsor identification on text messages.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on October 22, 2025. They explained the text messages were sent personally and individually to her friends and neighbors in opposition to a local measure.
· Certain political advertisements are exempt from sponsor identification if they meet the following criteria:
o The sponsor is an individual acting on his or her own behalf, independent of any candidate, political committee or organization, who personally produces and distributes the ad (or pays for it to be produced and/or distributed).
o The sponsor receives no contributions or other support to produce and distribute the ad
o No more than $50 in the aggregate is spent for online advertising or $100 in the aggregate for any other type of advertising; and
o the advertising is EITHER distributed through the individual's social media site, personal website, or similar online forum where information is produced and disseminated only by the individual OR a letter, flier, handbill, text or email from the individual that does not appear in a newspaper or comparable mass publication.
· Additionally, it is PDC staff’s determination that the activity cited in the complaint does not appear to meet the definition of mass communication in WAC 390-05-290, because the text messages were fewer than 100, and were individually drafted and addressed to each recipient.
Summary and Resolution
PDC staff is reminding you about the prohibitions under RCW 42.17A.555 regarding use of public resources for campaigns, and the associated importance of elected officials clarifying they are speaking on their own behalf when using their title while engaging in political activities on their own time.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the attached findings, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of not using public office or agency facilities, including social media, to engage in activity that could assist an election campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC has
dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The complaint alleged that use of the Tumwater School District logo in Ty Kuehl’s political advertising falsely implied that the District had endorsed his campaign, an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c).
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.335 states: (1) It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances:
(a) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office;
(b) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent;
(c) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that makes either directly or indirectly, a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement.
(2) For the purposes of this section, ""libel or defamation per se"" means statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in his, her, or its business or occupation.
(3) It is not a violation of this section for a candidate or his or her agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself. It is not a violation of this section for a person or organization referenced in subsection (1)(c) of this section to make a statement about that person or organization because such persons and organizations cannot defame themselves.
(4) Any violation of this section shall be proven by clear and convincing evidence. If a violation is proven, damages are presumed and do not need to be proven.
RCW 42.17A.005(1) ""Actual malice"" means to act with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity.
Background and Findings
· Ty Kuehl was appointed to the Tumwater School Board in August 2024 and was elected to the Board in 2025.
· Kuehl included the Tumwater School District logo on his campaign website but did not include a statement claiming an endorsement by the District.
· The logo appears on the School District website and can be copied by any member of the public without restriction.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RENTON FOR KCLS NOW
By BETH ASHER
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 05/26/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HERB OBERG
By DIANE REICHARDT
RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.080
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 07/22/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/29/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAN ROACH
By RON WEIGELT
RCW 42.17.710
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 05/26/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/10/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.710: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-063 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10063.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2151/10063.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10063.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""10063.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2151/10063.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10063.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAN ROACH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-09"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/30/2025 11:20:33 AM 916 2152 10-064 05/12/2010 05/12/2010 CLIFTON FINCH CLIFTON FINCH: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CLIFTON FINCH
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/25/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-064 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10064.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2152/10064.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10064.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CLIFTON FINCH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-06-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-05-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:24:52 AM 917 2153 10-065 05/03/2010 05/03/2010 NICK FEDERICI NICK FEDERICI: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.180 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICK FEDERICI
RCW 42.17.180
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.180: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-065 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10065.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2153/10065.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10065.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NICK FEDERICI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-10"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-11-01"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:25:27 AM 918 2154 10-066 05/12/2010 05/12/2010 TRENT HOUSE TRENT HOUSE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRENT HOUSE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/04/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-066 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10066.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2154/10066.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10066.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 919 8894 189534 04/27/2026 PDC Staff WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189534 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 10:53:47 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 920 9179 193522 07/17/2026 PDC Staff James Peters James Peters: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193522 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:53:09 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 921 8895 189535 04/27/2026 PDC Staff WA REFLEXOLOGY ASSN WA REFLEXOLOGY ASSN: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Assessment of Facts Annual L3 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.50.080 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2025 (GE26) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/189535 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/01/2026 10:53:39 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 922 9165 193508 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Dyana M. G. Alcazar Dyana M. G. Alcazar: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193508 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:53:06 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 923 9180 193523 07/17/2026 PDC Staff James Stewart James Stewart: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193523 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:53:09 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 924 1875 948 10/16/2015 10/16/2015 12/28/2015 Bridget McLeman Liz Pike Liz Pike - Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.430 RCW 29B.40.090/42.17A.430 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
While a school district is not allowed to run a campaign to support or oppose a ballot measure, a committee of independent citizens can form in support or opposition of a ballot measure without the restrictions the school district faces under RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03. The school district is allowed to produce and distribute a fact sheet, and to hold meetings to convey the factual information and answer questions from the public concerning the factual information without supportive or oppositional language.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning use of public facilities to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure. PDC staff expects that you will not use public facilities to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/167215 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""167215 Hockinson School District Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7617/167215%20Hockinson%20School%20District%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""167215 Hockinson School District Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7617/167215%20Hockinson%20School%20District%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""167215 Hockinson School District Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7617/167215%20Hockinson%20School%20District%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/05/2025 03:01:56 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 931 814 25197 09/11/2017 09/11/2017 10/31/2019 John W.B VerValen Alicia Bull One Lewis County - Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 for failure to register as a political committee within two weeks after organization and for failure to report contributions or expenditures. (SEP 2017) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - OtherThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint John Ver Valen filed on
September 11, 2017. The complaint alleged that One Lewis County PAC (Respondent), a political
committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210 and .215 for failure to timely and accurately
file a Political Committee Registration (C-1pc report) and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and
accurately file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full
Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and
expenditures undertaken by the Committee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the
responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and
queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether
the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately
file the registration, contribution and expenditure reports does not amount to a violation that
warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), One Lewis County PAC will receive a formal written warning
concerning failure to timely and accurately file registration reports and to timely and accurately
disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s
expectation that One Lewis County PAC timely and accurately files all future required reports of
registration, contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written
warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or
rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this
matter in e with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Avina Gutierrez, an incumbent Yakima City Council member, failed to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), for calendar year 2015 due no later than April 15, 2016, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
Ms. Gutierrez filed the missing F-1 report, completed the Statement of Understanding, and paid a $100 penalty to avoid the hearing.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports in 2025. PDC staff expect the committee to 1) timely and accurately file all required reports in the future; and 2) use accelerated reporting schedules to file reports when participating in an election. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. The committee made the necessary technical corrections to amend their carryforward starting balance for 2025 to match their ending balance for 2024 within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Martha V. Gonzalez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting for calendar years 2023 and 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175193 300.00 150.00 150.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175193 Kimberly Roscoe Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8099/175193%20Kimberly%20Roscoe%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Kimberly Roscoe"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-10-09"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:58:27 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 954 8127 175221 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff PANTALEON MAYBELINE P PANTALEON MAYBELINE P: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2024 political committee under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions (C-3 reports) and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Citizens for Kent Schools is a continuing political committee that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• One complaint was filed alleging late reporting, with a C-3 and a C-4 report that was due June 10, 2024 having been filed 98 days late on September 16, 2024.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The Respondent acknowledges that they filed the reports in question late. According the response provided by the Respondent, this was due to the committee Treasurer having to deal with personal family matters that he had to attend to in addition to their filing duties.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Kent Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Citizens for Kent Schools timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HEATHER GREENE
By PDC
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on October 16, 2024. The complaint alleged:
Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to accurately file required expenditure (C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Respondent last registration filed with the PDC as a political committee in 2021 and selected the Full Reporting option.
Once contacted, the Respondent updated their account to adhere to the correct reporting schedule.
To the response to the complaint the committee timely filed 21-day, 7-day and post-general election reports.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Washington School Principals Legislative Effectiveness Assoc., completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. This signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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JUSTYN TURNER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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A complaint was filed with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) alleging that officials of the Chelan County Fire District No. 1, Douglas County Fire District No. 2, and specifically Brian Brett, Fire Chief for both districts, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using fire district facilities to distribute a newsletter that allegedly promoted the proposed merger between the fire two districts that will appear as a local ballot proposition on the August 2, 2022, primary election ballot.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555 no public facilities can be used by or authorized to be used directly or indirectly by any local elected or appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
The complaint provided a partial copy and a link to the complete Spring 2022 Newsletter produced and distributed by Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2, which discussed the proposed merger between the fire two districts that would be appearing on the August 2, 2022, primary ballot as a ballot proposition.
Staff reviewed the newsletter and found that that overall, the newsletter content was a fair objective presentation of the facts concerning the merger of the two fire districts into one district, if the ballot proposition is approved. Staff noted that page three of the newsletter included a table of the two fire districts that provided a comprehensive comparison and summary of the two fire districts. The factual information about Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2 in the table included the personnel and volunteer staffing levels, budget and financing information, levy rates and dollar amounts generated, demographic and other relevant information for both fire districts.
Mr. Snure stated in his response, that on April 26, 2022, the Fire Commissioners of the two fire districts “approved a Joint Resolution placing a ballot measure on the August 2, 2022, Primary election ballot. The ballot measure asks the voters whether they will approve the formation of the Wenatchee Valley Fire Department to be organized and operated as a regional fire protection service authority under Chapter 52.26 RCW ‘RFA Ballot Measure.’”
Mr. Snure stated that both fire districts used the newsletter format to communicate and “educate its citizens on matters affecting the Fire Districts.” In 2021, the Fire Districts published their first joint newsletter following an administrative consolidation that took place between the two districts. (See Exhibit F to Brian Brett Declaration). Chief Brett is currently the Fire Chief for both fire districts.
Mr. Snure stated that on or about June 1, 2022, the two fire districts “used public resources to print and mail the Spring 2022 Newsletter to 34,345 Fire District residents” in both districts. He stated that the “printing and distribution of the 2022 Spring Newsletter complied with the above rules as it was a single jurisdiction-wide objective and fair presentation of the facts regarding the RFA ballot measure…”
Mr. Snure stated that the newsletter was distributed by the “normal and regular means of communicating with the residents” of both districts, and added the complaint failed to “identify any specific language in the 2022 Spring Newsletter that asks voters to vote yes.” He stated that the complainant merely referenced the 2022 Spring Newsletter and made “the conclusory unsupported statement that the newsletter is ‘Supporting a yes vote for August 2, 2022, Primary.’”
Mr. Snure stated the “text of the 2022 Spring Newsletter is factual and objective,” did not ask citizens or voters to “vote yes,” explained that both districts placed the ballot measure on the ballot, and the reasons the Fire Commissioners of the two districts placed the merger measure on the ballot. He stated that the “language used in the Article is neutral, objective and nonemotional” and added that the “only language that could possibly cause concern is the closing comment: “Thank you for supporting your Fire Districts!”
Mr. Snure stated when that statement is “read out of context” he supposed it could be construed as asking voters to support the ballot measure but added that Chief Brett “consistently ends his Chief comments in newsletters with this phrase.” He noted that was not Chief Brett’s intent in this instance. He stated Chief Brett was the primary drafter of the newsletter, that the newsletter “was not submitted to the fire commissioners prior to publication”, and he “did not seek legal review as he believed the content complied with the PDC rules.”
Mr. Snure stated that if the proposed merger plan is approved at the August 2, 2022, primary election, “the combined fire districts will be placing a levy lid lift measure on the November 2022 general election ballot.” Finally, Mr. Snure stated that neither the Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2 were involved in the production of the yard signs for the allegation listed in the complaint, and no public funds were used in relation to the signs in question.
It appears that the Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2 created factual information regarding the August 2, 2022, merger ballot proposition and disseminated it in a manner consistent with the “normal and regular” conduct of the two districts.
Based on our findings that include that an administrative consolidation that took place between the Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2 in 2021, and Fire Chief Brian Brett is the current Chief for both districts, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of public funds to create and disseminate information about the proposed merger of the two districts appearing on the August 2, 2022, primary election ballot was allowable, and no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. However, PDC staff is reminding officials of Chelan County Fire District #1 and Douglas County Fire District #2 about the importance of limiting the content of any information produced by the two districts regarding any future ballot propositions to factual information in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 04-02.
Staff noted that the statements: (1) “We have this opportunity because of the amazing vision and planning of our past Fire Commissioners, Fire Chiefs, Volunteers, and personnel”; (2) “Our ability to recruit Volunteer Firefighters will increase because the opportunity for training and participation will double as a combined organization”; and (3) “the added opportunities for Volunteer Firefighters will help with retention” were more opinion than factual statements.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The following allegation has been made against the respondent LLOYD CATON: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/30/2015.
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received Jessica Hauffe's December 2019 L-2 report on 2/14/20, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a registered Lobbyist to lobby in 2019, the reports were due by the 15th of each month following, making the report 30 days late. PDC staff will now close PDC Case 65095 administratively and remove Jessica Hauffe's name from our hearing list. PDC staff reminds Jessica Hauffe about the importance of timely, accurate, and complete reporting requirements in the future.
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Citizens for Liberty and Labor filed a Political Committee Registration (C-1pc) with the PDC on March 25, 2019, amended October 23, 2024, for the Full Reporting option as a Continuing Committee. Geoff Bracken is the Ministerial Treasurer.
The Respondent participated in the 2024 election.
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, under the Full Reporting option, a committee is required to disclose contribution and expenditure information by submitting Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports to the PDC. The Committee’s due dates for the C-3 and C-4 reports are determined by its activity and participation in the election cycle.
RCW 42.17A.405 describes the limits on monetary and in-kind contributions to candidate committees.
In your complaint you allege:
The Molly Marshall Campaign and Citizens for Liberty and Labor are in violation of RCW 42.17A.005(15)(a)(iii) and 42.17A.005(30) because Hamilton Studios, an authorized agent of the Molly Marshall Campaign (having produced political advertising for the campaign) also produced ads for Citizens for Liberty and Labor, a committee running independent expenditures in support of Molly Marshall and against her opponent, Al French.
We have determined there is no evidence that Hamilton Studios, a vendor utilized by both the Molly Marshall campaign and Citizens for Liberty and Labor, acted as an authorized agent, as defined in WAC 390-15-190, for either entity.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
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PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that the respondent's campaign could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on staff's determination, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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MONTE ST JOHNS`
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 72.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 10/22/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/17/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 72.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged that Parminder Singh Bhatti, a 2021 Candidate for King County Hospital District 1, Position 4, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting over limit anonymous contributions.
Parminder Singh Bhatti is a first-time candidate and did not advance to the 2021 General Election. And, upon notification of the reporting requirements, the Campaign timely amended C-3 reports to bring it into compliance.
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the initial disclosure of anonymous contributions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation or any enforcement.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Parminder Singh Bhatti, will receive a formal written warning concerning the incorrect classification of monetary contributions as anonymous contributions. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Parminder Singh Bhatti, will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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GEORGE AYDELOTTE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-017 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1049 9240 193584 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Preeti Shridhar Preeti Shridhar: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193584 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:51:07 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 1050 9241 193585 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Ramatoulie Bah Ramatoulie Bah : Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193585 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:51:07 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 1051 6055 139632 07/12/2023 09/15/2023 PDC Staff Ben M. Elkins Ben M. Elkins: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate in election year 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2024 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions (C-3 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Julie Balmelli-Powe filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for Public Utility Commissioner in Lewis PUD 01, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a late filed C-3 (contribution) report.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The C-3 in question disclosed a contribution of $1000 that was made by the candidate on July 2, 2024, and the report was filed on August 29, 2024.
• The campaign did not advance past the primary.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Julie Balmelli-Powe will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Julie Balmelli-Powe timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint against Just Want Privacy (JWP PAC), a political committee registered with the PDC in support of a statewide ballot proposition in 2017, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the committee.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action against JWP PAC in this instance. As noted in the complaint return letter, staff’s review found that JWP PAC timely filed 73 C-3 reports, and 12 C-4 reports in 2017 disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken concerning their efforts to qualify I-1552 for the 2017 ballot.
PDC staff did remind Just Want Privacy to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities, including in-kind contributions received either as a continuing political or ballot committee in the future.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on November 1, 2017. The complaint alleged that the Asotin County Democratic Central Committee, a bona fide political party, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign during election year 2017; and RCW 42.17A.205 and WAC 390-16-05 for failure to file Political Committee Registration reports (C-1pc reports) not later than January 31 of each calendar year, to re-certify for mini-reporting in calendar years 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1pc recertifying for Mini Reporting, or to file C-3 and C-4 reports in accordance with Full Reporting, do not amount to actual violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Asotin County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures, or to recertify for Mini Reporting by January 31 of each calendar year. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Asotin County Democratic Central Committee timely files a new C-1pc each year if they wish to retain the use of Mini Reporting, or that they timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures under Full Reporting. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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DAVID LEE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-059 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12059.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2333/12059.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12059.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID LEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:38:41 PM 1090 9259 193603 07/17/2026 PDC Staff Shannon L Phipps Shannon L Phipps: Alleged violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Assessment of Facts Annual F1 Allegation: Violation of RCW 29B.55.010 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/193603 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/21/2026 09:51:10 AM 2025 The PDC has received a complaint and opened a case. This initial review period usually lasts up to 90 days, during which staff administratively resolve the case or launch a formal investigation. 1091 6114 141528 05/30/2023 05/30/2023 08/31/2023 Robert Parker Derrick Skaug Skaug, Derrick: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (EY23, Aug23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 30, 2023. The complaint alleged that Derrick Skaug, a candidate for Spokane City Council in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Derrick Skaug is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that after they submitted the C-1 report in January 2023, they decided not to continue their campaign for Spokane City Council and did not file to have their name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Derrick Skaug will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should they become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2021
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 31, 2022. The complaint alleged that Shane Seaman, a 2022 candidate for Kitsap County District Court Judge, Position 3, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor ID on written political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the incomplete sponsor identification originally included on the 2022 Shane Seaman Campaign website was due to an oversight and not purposely omitted to conceal the identity of the sponsor of the ad.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Shane Seaman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Seaman will review all future written political advertisement to ensure that it includes the required sponsor identification prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
At the September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting, the Commission Vacated the Initial Order entered on August 16, 2021.
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Based on staff findings, the fact Johan Friis is a first-time candidate and was eligible for mini reporting, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Friis will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Friis will timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The complaint alleged that Meridian Citizens for Education Committee, a political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-125 by accepting contributions in excess of the $500 per donor aggregate amount, thereby exceeding the “mini reporting” limits without registering and timely filing Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the committee, under the “full reporting” option.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the acceptance of monetary contributions above the $500 per donor aggregate limit while registered under the “mini reporting” option does not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Meridian Citizens for Education Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to comply with the “mini reporting” limits. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Meridian Citizens for Education Committee strictly adhere to the contribution and expenditure limits while registered under mini reporting or to timely request to switch to the “full reporting” option and timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On April 5, 2023, the Committee for the Methow Aquatic Center, Sponsored by Friends of the Pool (Committee) filed a Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a continuing committee for 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Justin Porter as Chairperson, Sarah Shrock as Vice-Chairperson, Kellie Zahn as Committee Manager, Jess Bonn as Media Contact, and Jessica Kuzma as Treasurer.
As a continuing political committee, the Committee was required to file monthly C-3 and C-4 reports by the 10th of the month, for contribution and expenditure activities undertaken in the prior calendar month, and for the accelerated reporting requirements once the local ballot measure was approved for the November 7, 2023, general election ballot.
On August 15, 2023, the Committee filed two C-3 reports and two C-4 reports, disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee since its inception, which were not timely filed. Those reports included: (1) the initial C-3 report which disclosed that on May 12, 2023, the Committee received a $10,000 contribution from the Friends of the Pool, in Twisp, WA that was deposited into the Committee bank account on May 12, 2023; (2) an initial C-4 report covering the period May 1 through 31, 2023, disclosing the $10,000 contribution that was deposited on May 12, 2023, and listing $143.31 in small, non-itemized expenditures; (3) a C-3 report disclosing that on June 20, 2023, the Committee received a $100 contribution that was reported as an un-itemized small contribution from one person, that was deposited on June 20, 2023; and (4) a C-4 report covering the period June 1 through July 31, 2023, disclosing the $100 monetary contribution that was deposited on June 20, 2023, and listing $5,600.49 in total Committee expenditures made during the period.
The expenditures included a $5,000 Committee payment made to Pacifica Law Group on June 6, 2023, with the following description “Accounting, legal, regulatory compliance, etc.: Expenses include phone conversation, emails with law group to advise on formation of rec district and drafting of materials. Total hours = 11.9.” The C-4 report also disclosed a $484.80 expenditure was made to Sticker Mule on June 23, 2023, for Campaign merchandise/paraphernalia: 1,000 stickers @$131/250, + sales tax/shipping, and $115.69 in small, non-itemized expenditures, with a $4,357.20 cash on hand balance as of July 31, 2023.
The Committee has timely filed both the August 2023 C-4 report and the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee, as well as the required weekly C-3 reports for a ballot committee that is supporting a measure appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
Ms. Kuzma stated that as Committee Treasurer, she was the person responsible for filing the C-3 and C-4 reports, and that the “late filings and failure to accurately disclose debt were an oversight on my part.” She stated that as a “volunteer and first-time treasurer on a PAC, I can attest that the violations were a result of my inexperience” using the Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) campaign finance filing software provided by the PDC. She stated that the “oversights were neither nefarious nor malicious in nature and were not intended to deceive the public about debts accrued by the Committee.”
Ms. Kuzma stated the Committee is an all-volunteer group who are serving on a PAC for the first time, and that the Committee just formed in May of 2023 to attempt to place a local measure on the November 2023 ballot. She stated the Committee’s “goal is to ask voters whether they will support the formation of a Metropolitan Park District (MPD), a taxing district to fund operations for an Aquatics Center in the Methow Valley.” She stated most of the Committee’s time during the summer of 2023 was spent on developing the ballot measure language and gathering the required “signatures from registered voters in the district to allow the measure to appear on the ballot.”
Ms. Kuzma stated that during that timeframe, the Committee “sought council from Pacifica Law Group, a firm specializing in drafting interlocal agreements, reviewing requirements for MPD board formation, and advising on levy limits and banked capacity.” She stated the firm provided the Committee with consultation beginning in May of 2023, and the first invoice was sent to the Committee was dated June 6, 2023. She stated the Committee opened the bank account on May 12, 2023, with funds received from our sponsor Friends of the Pool. She stated that for the months of June and July of 2023, the “Committee prioritized petition-gathering activities, knowing that if we didn’t reach the signature limit of registered voters, the ballot measure would not be eligible to appear on the ballot.”
Ms. Kuzma stated that on July 25, 2023, the Committee “received official word from Okanogan County elections that our petition received sufficient signatures and would be placed on the November 2023 ballot.” She stated that on August 15, 2023, she “filed (the then overdue) C-4 reports for June and July.” She stated that on the June 2023 Committee C-4 report she “reported the expenditure for the Pacifica Law group (invoice date June 6, 2023) instead of reporting it as debt in May 2023, when the services were provided.” She acknowledged this was an oversight on her part “due to my unfamiliarity” with the ORCA filing software and the report due dates.
Ms. Kuzma stated: “I now understand that such services must be reported at the time they are provided. In closing, I take responsibility for these violations and assure you that they were mistakes made without malicious intent. Thank you for considering the circumstances of our newly formed Committee, uncertainty at our formation about whether our measure would appear on the ballot, and the inexperience of a first-time PAC treasurer with navigating the filing system.” She stated that in the future, all contribution and expenditure activities will be filed on time, and “I will ensure any debts are reported in alignment with dates of services rendered.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. As noted in the letter, the Committee is newly formed with a first-time Treasurer and other first-time officers in a relatively small jurisdiction, who have acknowledged being unfamiliar with the committee reporting requirements, the ORCA filing software, and having filed incorrectly.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the Committee for the Methow Aquatic Center, Sponsored by Friends of the Pool concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2023 election cycle, and for any future efforts to support a local ballot measure including the disclosure of debts, obligations and orders placed. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
This complaint alleged that John Lovick, an appointed State Senator for Legislative District 44 – Senate and candidate for this same position in election year 2022, may have violated WAC 390-18-040 by using the term “Re-elect” on political advertising, specifically campaign yard signs.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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On January 13, 2022, Michelle Darnell registered with the PDC as a candidate for State Senator in the 48th Legislative District, selecting the Full Reporting option and listing Louis Bacigalupi as the Ministerial Treasurer.
The complaint included a copy of screen shot of the “Patty Did That” website homepage, that included the following sponsor identification at the bottom of the page “2022 Patty Did That | Paid for by Ignite Foundation LLC, Kirkland WA 98033-6108.” The webpage header stated: “Her Words, Her Record”, followed by “Patty Kuderer is a Washington State Senator Serving in the 48th Legislative District” and included three bullet points and the last bullet point stated “For alternatives, check out Michelle Darnell at ElectMichelleDarnell.com”
Ms. Darnell stated in her responses that the sponsor identification on the Patty Did That website included Ignite Foundation LLC as the sponsor, “since the campaign did not pay money for the site, it seemed like listing Ignite as the sponsor was the most accurate. Our IT director/webmaster with Ignite volunteered to build the page and did not charge the campaign to do it.”
Ms. Darnell stated that it seemed like Ignite should have been listed as the sponsor, since her “campaign did not pay specifically for that website. The Ignite webmaster just built it for free.” She estimated the total value of the services for the Patty Did That website totaled $500 which included the Domain name, URL, and website content, and stated that her Campaign would be reporting the website costs as an in-kind contribution on the next C-4 report from her “business partner of Ignite…our IT Director and webmaster.”
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence was found to support the finding of a violation or that would warrant any further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to Michelle Darnell concerning the requirement to include the sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by her Campaign, including the words “Paid for” or “Sponsored by the Michelle Darnell Campaign” followed by the complete mailing address. The formal written warning resolves this allegation and includes staff’s expectation that Michelle Darnell will include the correct sponsor identification on all future political advertisements sponsored by her Campaign, including for political advertising.
The warning is for providing the sponsor identification on Campaign websites, including those in which the domain name is paid for, and the work is performed by a third party, and would need to state “Sponsored by the Michelle Darnell Campaign” followed by the complete mailing address. Michelle Darnell will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Ms. Coulson filed the missing F-1 report, completed the Statement of Understanding, and paid a $100 penalty to avoid the hearing.
At the March 29, 2023 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is May 15, 2023.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint; the relevant statute(s) and rules; the response to the complaint; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Spokane County Sheriff John Nowels appears in the video made to promote Dave Reichert’s 2024 campaign for Washington State Governor. Nowels is speaking about his support of Reichert from his county office and is shown in uniform. Nowels stated in response to the complaint that he “personally own every part of the uniform displayed in that video” and “was using my personal phone and my privately paid cellular service” when recording the video.
In his response to the complaint, Nowels also stated he “did record the video inside my private office inside the Spokane County Public Safety Building,” although he “attempted to ensure that all of the plaques and memorabilia in the backdrop were all owned by me, and there was nothing in the backdrop that indicated it was county property or a government office.”
Nowels does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on the above review, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Nowels will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities/resources to support a political candidate. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff finds that no further action is warranted in this matter and has dismissed your complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on March 28, 2025. The complaint alleged that the Walla Walla County Democratic Central Committee (Committee) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on its C-3 and/or C-4 reports. The complaint also alleged that the Committee failed to provide sufficient detail on two of its January 2025 advertising expenditures.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.225, .235 and .240 require candidates, single election political committees, and continuing political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures. Under the full reporting option, until five months before the general election, C-4 reports are required monthly when contributions or expenditures exceed $750 since the last report. C-4 reports are also required 21 and 7 days before each election in which the committee makes expenditures, and in the month following the election. Contributions are reported weekly during this same period and must be disclosed on Monday for contributions deposited during the previous seven days.
WAC 390-16-037 obligates any person required to report the “purpose” of an expenditure under RCW 42.17A.240(7) or 42.17A.255(5)(b) to identify any candidate(s) or ballot proposition(s) supported or opposed by the expenditure, and to describe in detail the goods and/or services provided by the expenditure. The rule includes two examples for disclosing the details of the goods and/or services provided.
Findings
Technical Correction
The Walla Walla County Democratic Central Committee made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. The Committee made the necessary technical corrections within 14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/168286 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""168286 Eric Worden Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7628/168286%20Eric%20Worden%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}]" 05/15/2025 05:38:37 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 1156 7632 168827 08/19/2024 08/19/2024 03/18/2025 Conner Edwards Gerald F. Ashby (Gerry Ashby) Gerald F. Ashby: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately file C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on February 6, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to accurately file C-4 (expenditure) Reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation in this instance.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose of all expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/166530 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""166350 Justin Paulsen Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7601/166350%20Justin%20Paulsen%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""166530 Justin Paulsen Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7601/166530%20Justin%20Paulsen%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/18/2025 06:10:48 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1159 7576 165162 10/16/2024 10/16/2024 01/14/2025 Sejal Dogiparthi Chad Magendanz Chad Magendanz: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 failure to timely and accurately report expenditures. (OCT24 EY24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - Legislative
The complaint alleged the George campaign distributed a flyer without proper sponsor identification as required by RCW 42.17A.320.
Mr. George’s failure to include sponsor identification on one political mailer does not amount to a material violation warranting further action under these circumstances. In accordance with PDC practice, Hunter George will receive a warning letter, reminding him of the need to follow PDC laws and rules.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/1301 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 02/03/2022 03:05:20 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1161 6033 139610 07/12/2023 09/15/2023 PDC Staff Keira Kaylynn Atchley Keira Kaylynn Atchley: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate in election year 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1The following allegation has been made against the respondent THOMAS COLLINS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent JENNIFER FURBER: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent ALAN GOTHELF: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2016
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent BARBARA FORD: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/15/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
Above case closed by stipulation 7/15/2015
The complaint alleged Sheriff Brett Myers violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to support a candidate for public office, specifically Myers’s use of public facilities while participating in a video supporting Dave Reichert’s 2024 campaign for Washington State Governor.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint; the relevant statute(s) and rules; the response to the complaint; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Whitman County Sheriff Brett Myers appears in the video made to promote Dave Reichert’s 2024 campaign for Washington State Governor. Myers is speaking about his support of Reichert from his county office and is shown in his county-provided uniform.
In response to the complaint, Myers noted they “accept full responsibility for any violation or oversight that may have occurred” and “will take appropriate actions so it does not happen in the future.”
In his response to the PDC, Myers, who has been in office for 22 years, stated his agency does not provide written guidance or training to staff on how to comply with RCW 42.17A.555.
Myers does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on the above review, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Myers will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities/resources to support a political candidate. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff finds that no further action is warranted in this matter and has dismissed your complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed your allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the C-3 and C[1]4 reports filed by the Washington Senate Democratic Campaign Committee (Committee); the August 29, 2023, response provided by the Committee; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On December 9, 2022, the Committee received a contribution of $1,250 on January 10, 2023, and reported the contribution as having been received from State Representative Beth Doglio personally.
In its response to the complaint, the Committee, by way of Josie Olson, included a screenshot of the contribution credit card voucher/receipt depicting the way it was sent to them and received. The contribution voucher/receipt shows Representative Beth Doglio’s home address, email/phone number, occupation as “Consultant” and employer as “Self,” and noted that… “The WSDC received a $1,250 contribution through the credit card processor called ActBlue on 12/9/2022 (see next page for receipt). This contribution appeared to be from Beth Doglio and was reported with the information provided by the donor. We have since confirmed with Ms. Doglio that the contribution was made through surplus fund, and we have amended the C3 report.”
Staff noted that the Committee reported the contribution based on the information it had at the time the contribution was received from Representative Doglio.
On September 6, 2023, the Committee amended its December 9, 2022, C-3 report, to accurately report the source of the contribution/contributor’s name as coming from Representative Doglio’s surplus funds account.
Regarding the allegation about duplicate C-3 filing, the Committee stated: “It does appear that this C3 report was filed twice to the PDC. The WSDC received confirmation for report number 110132609 totaling $6910. The corresponding C4 report (number 110132629) only includes this deposit once and therefore the totals on the C4 report are correct as initially reported. This appears to be a software glitch and we have requested that the PDC remove the erroneous report (number 110132610) and to make sure this amendment is correctly reflected.”
With the help of the PDC IT department, the Committee was able to get help with removing the duplicate C[1]3 report (110132609) and report number 110132610 is now the original report.
Based on these findings staff determined that no evidence of a violation was found to warrant conducting a formal investigation into these allegations or taking enforcement action in this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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• International Union Operating Engineers PAC 280 is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The Respondent amended their C-4 report covering January 1, 2024, through January 31, 2024, to reflect the $8,887 carry forward balance from 2023.
• Additionally, the Respondent amended their C-4 report covering March 1, 2022, through March 31, 2022, to add expenditure details from their purchase of 60 hats and 20 shirts from Mprint Marketing.
• Outside of the carry-forward, which was disclosed on the committee’s final C-4 for the 2023 reporting cycle, the committee had less than $1,000 in activity in 2024. The committee made no expenditures to candidates or ballot measures, and the effect of the late reporting was minimal.
International Union Operating Engineers PAC 280 made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. International Union Operating Engineers PAC made the necessary technical corrections the same day they were notified by PDC staff.
Staff also determined that any violation regarding the timeliness of reporting was minor and has
been cured.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROCKY BILYEU
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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A complaint was filed alleging that Chris Stearns, a candidate for State Representative in the 47th Legislative District in 2022, may have violated RCW 42.17A.335 by sponsoring political advertising that makes a false statement or claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization.
On March 31, 2022, Chris Stearns registered with the PDC as a candidate for State Representative in the 47th Legislative District, Position 2, selecting the Full Reporting option and listing Abbot Taylor as the Ministerial Treasurer.
The evidence provided along with the complaint included a political advertisement (aka mailer) sponsored by the Chris Stearns Campaign in support of his candidacy. The mailer stated: ""The ONLY Candidate Endorsed by Local Democrats, Unions, and Advocates for Safe, Green, and Affordable Communities"", included the words ""Sole Endorsements!"" followed by a list of what appears to be nine unions, political party organizations, and other entities that endorsed Mr. Stearns candidacy.
The complainant stated that Shukri Olow, Mr. Stearns general election opponent, was also “endorsed by unions, local democrats, and advocates for safe, green, and affordable communities.” The complaint further stated that the Washington State Labor Council, One America Votes, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, The Washington Conservation Voters, and Humane Voters of Washington endorsed both Ms. Olow and Mr. Stearns.
Mr. Stearns stated in his responses that “In the mailer provided by Mr. Simpson the 47th District Democrats and King County Democrats are highlighted as sole endorsements on my mail piece. That is accurate as my opponent did not secure the support of either organization.” He stated that his campaign “earned the sole endorsement of the 47th (local) District Democrats and the King County Democrats. In the mailer referenced, only those two logos appear under the words 'Sole Endorsement'.”
Mr. Stearns stated that to the best of his Campaign’s knowledge, the Washington State Labor Council, One America Votes, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, The Washington Conservation Voters, or the Humane Voters of Washington, all offered a dual endorsement for both his Campaign and Ms. Olow’s. He stated that “In retrospect, we could have been more clear by replacing local with 47th District Democrats so it read the ONLY candidate endorsed by 47th District Democrats, Unions, and Advocates for Safe, Green and Affordable Communities.”
Mr. Stearns stated that his Campaign mailer did not claim they had the sole endorsement of the Washington State Labor Council, One America Votes, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, The Washington Conservation Voters, or the Humane Voters of Washington. However, staff noted as part of the review that the mailer failed to highlight or indicate both Mr. Stearns and Ms. Olow received a dual endorsement from the five organizations listed in the mailer. The recipients of the mailer may have been led to believe that the statement about sole endorsements applied to all organizations listed in the mailer.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.335, it is a violation to sponsor with actual malice a political ad that contains a statement constituting libel or defamation per se if the statement: (1) directly or indirectly implies a candidate has the support or endorsement of any person or organization when the candidate does not have such support; (2) is a false statement of material fact about a candidate, or (3) falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent office holder.
Libel or defamation per se for the purposes of that section means “statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in her, his, or its business or occupation.” Actual malice is defined by RCW 42.17A.005(1) as “to act with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity.”
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence was found to support the finding of a violation or that would warrant any further investigation.
While the Chris Stearns Campaign did not indicate in the political advertisement that both candidates received a dual endorsement from the Washington State Labor Council, One America Votes, the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, The Washington Conservation Voters, or the Humane Voters of Washington, in this instance, staff found no evidence of knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard of the truth on the part of the Campaign concerning the statement made about the endorsements.
PDC staff reminded Chris Stearns about the importance of making it clear on all future political advertising when his candidacy has received a dual endorsement, and to properly communicate that statement and information in the advertisement.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by James A. “JJ” Johnson (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s acceptance of an over-limit contribution does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, James A. “JJ” Johnson received a formal written warning concerning accepting an over-limit contribution during election year 2021. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Mr. Johnson does not accept contributions that exceed limits in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleges the Respondent failed to file two C-3 reports timely totaling $35,624.
The Respondent filed a 21-day C-4 (expenditure) Report disclosing $34,999 and $625 of contributions but did not file corresponding C-3 (contribution) Reports indicating who contributed the funds.
Once filed, the contribution reports disclosed $625 of non-itemized contributions and $34,999 from Western State Regional Council of Carpenters, the sponsor of the committee.
In response to the complaint the committee expressed that it was their first time filing in the State of Washington and they were unfamiliar with the filing requirements. They mistakenly believed that the deposits were adequately disclosed on the C4 since that report also disclosed all contributions received and expenditures made. The committee is now aware of the filing requirements and will file accordingly.
The Respondent does not have any previous violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to timely C-3 (contribution) Reports in this instance does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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At an Enforcement Hearing held before the Commission on June 23, 2022, the Respondent was found to have violated .700 by failing to file an F-1 report for calendar year 2021 and assessed a $3,000 penalty, of which $500 is suspended if the conditions of the Order are timely met.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On May 2, 2022, Claudia Kauffman filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for election to the position of State Senator in the 47th Legislative District.
The complaint alleged that “Kauffman’s email campaign was not only claiming a false endorsement but made false ideological assumptions about a candidate and shared them as fact. Boyce has soundly denounced the false endorsement claim and the ideological assumptions drawn from it. Unchecked, these claims on Boyce’s campaign and character stand to inflict damage on Boyce – as a candidate and an individual. This is unfair, unjust, and unacceptable.”
The public website maintained by The Family Policy Institute of Washington (FPIW) lists all its endorsed candidates for office. Staff noted that Bill Boyce is listed on the public website maintained by FPIW as an endorsed candidate, along with other candidates endorsed by FPIW. From the review of the attachments you provided with the complaint, there is no evidence that Ms. Kauffman claimed or stated that Mr. Boyce wanted and/or accepted the endorsement of FPIW. Ms. Kauffman simply stated in her email to prospective voters that Mr. Boyce was endorsed by FPIW based on the fact that his name appears on the endorsement page of the public website maintained by FPIW.
In her response to your complaint, Ms. Kauffman stated: “The complaint alleging that I was in violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a) is easily disprovable. Rachel Jo Elliott claims that the Family Policy Institute of Washington has never endorsed Bill Boyce, however they present no evidence of that statement. A quick look on their website clearly lists him as an endorsed candidate on their front page. FPIW Action (fpiwaction.org) which is still listed today, November 4, 2022. In the event they remove him from their list of endorsed candidates before you see this, I have attached a screenshot from October 4th where he is listed as an endorsed candidate. Further, the Family Policy Institute of Washington PAC filed a C4 on September 12, 2022 where they list a max $1000 contribution to Friends of Bill Boyce on August 25, 2022.”
While FPIW contributed $1,000 to Friends of Bill Boyce on August 25, 2022, staff noted that FPIW amended its C-4 report on October 8, 2022, to exclude the contribution to the Boyce Campaign. However, this amendment was done after the Kauffman campaign had already sent out its emails regarding FPIW’s endorsement of Bill Boyce on its website.
The staff’s review only focused on the endorsement aspect of the complaint, which is under our jurisdiction, and did not address the “false ideological assumptions” that was also alleged in the complaint but is not under our jurisdiction.
Based on the above review, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation that would warrant further investigation.
Accordingly, PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC Case 163710 was resolved with an amended formal Warning Letter as issued in PDC Case 157524.
In PDC Case 157524, Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty on October 22, 2024 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file three C-4 reports disclosing a total of $34,726 in election-related expenditures for election year 2024. The $150 penalty assessed resolves these late C-4 reports.
In PDC Cases 157524 and 163964 and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 also received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely file all other late reports for election year 2024. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Citizens for Better Government IAFF Local 726 timely file all future required reports of deposits, contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reminded Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 about the importance of ensuring their internal calendar accurately reflects the due dates for PDC reports and operates in a manner that facilitates timely filings.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/163964 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""157524 & 163964 Citz for Better Govt by IAFF Local 726 SOU_Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7538/157524%20%26%20163964%20Citz%20for%20Better%20Govt%20by%20IAFF%20Local%20726%20SOU_Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163964 Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7538/163964%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Government%20by%20IAFF%20Local%20726%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163964 Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7538/163964%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Government%20by%20IAFF%20Local%20726%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 03:05:21 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1189 5692 121736 02/22/2023 04/14/2023 PDC Staff Neil Beaver Beaver, Neil: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyAt the March 29, 2023 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is May 15, 2023.
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Gary Cronce completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging three (3) violations of RCW 42.17A.555, two related to this complaint and one related to PDC Case 26474. The penalty assessed was based on: (1) a $300 penalty, $150 each for the two acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for using his city owned computer, email address, and his time to solicit campaign contributions for his 2015 Mayoral campaign, and for soliciting campaign contributions for the 2015 City Commissioner campaign of Kathleen McDowell; and (2) a $150 penalty for the acknowledged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for advocating for votes in opposition to Proposition 1 during the October 16, 2017 regular City Commission public meeting.
While the email solicitations made by Mayor Cronce for his 2015 Mayoral Campaign, and for the 2015 City Commissioner Campaign of Kathleen McDowell, were not permitted under RCW 42.17A.555, Mayor Cronce’s response indicates that his activity was limited in nature and a result of his limited knowledge regarding the specific prohibitions under RCW 42.17A.555. However, PDC staff reminded Mayor Cronce about the prohibitions and restrictions found in RCW 42.17A.555 and to be sure to follow them in the future.
Based on this information, and the resolution via SOU, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD PRATT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/04/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 29, 2023. The complaint alleged that Deece Casillas, a candidate for Mayor in the City of Spokane in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Mr. Casillas is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that when he submitted the C-1 report in August 2020, that his intent was to run in the 2023 and believed that he had completed the required paperwork. After moving out of the Spokane area, Mr. Casillas was no longer eligible to run for Spokane Mayor and did not file to get his name on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Deece Casillas will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Casillas file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should he become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/111328 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""111328 Bench Cody Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5525/111328%20Bench%20Cody%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""111328 Bench Cody Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""111328 Bench Cody Complaint Return Letter...pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5525/111328%20Bench%20Cody%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter...pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 10/19/2022 04:52:16 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1196 4995 99622 10/10/2021 10/10/2021 11/19/2021 David Taylor Ron Anderson Anderson, Ron: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office/agency facilities to support or oppose a candidate. (EY '21; Oct. '21) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - LocalThe complaint alleged Ron Anderson, a Yakima County Commissioner, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to support or oppose a candidate for public office, specifically allegations Anderson used the Yakima County email system to support a candidate for public office.
On November 10, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Ron Anderson, acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using Yakima County public facilities, specifically a Yakima County e-mail address, and the official Yakima County logo, to send an email cancelling membership in the Washington State Farm Bureau based on its recent endorsement for a challenger candidate for Yakima County Commissioner in 2021.
Ron Anderson paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However,PDC staff is reminding Mary Dye about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for election years 2019-2023 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Franklin County Democratic Central Committee received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely file Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports). The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Franklin County Democratic Central Committee timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Franklin County Democratic Central Committee about the importance of 1) disclosing the name and address of the vendor from whom a contributor purchased an item or service that is given to the committee as an in-kind contribution (on C-4 reports); and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, when possible, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found the following:
Response to Complaint
Based on these findings, staff determined that in this instance, including a banner on the campaign’s endorsements page of its website showing several individuals at an awards ceremony, without identifying the individuals or claiming an endorsement, does not support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
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Summary and Resolution
Prior to the initial complaint, Jeffrey Kruk, the new and current treasurer for Public School Employees of Washington PAC, discovered reporting errors made by the previous treasurer, conducted an internal audit/investigation, and reflected his findings in the January 2019 and January 2023 C-4 report beginning balances. The adjustments to the beginning balances raised legitimate questions but represented a good faith effort to accurately disclose the Cash on Hand for the Committee in line with its reconciled bank balances. No evidence was found indicating a misappropriation of the Committee’s funds.
· In a few instances, the Committee failed to include the address of the recipient candidate or committee but did identify the recipient and the amount of the contribution.
· The Committee failed to file timely reports of contributions received and expenditures made. Of the 23 late-filed C-3 and C-4 reports subject to enforcement, 15 were filed 1-3 days late, two were filed 7 days late, and six were filed 14-36 days late. For all C-3 reports reviewed, the sole contributor was Public School Employees of Washington, the entity that created Public School Employees of Washington PAC.
· The Committee participated in the 2025 general election by making a single $1,000 contribution to a candidate on October 1, 2025. The Committee reported making the contribution on a monthly C-4 report for October, filed November 12, 2025, rather than on the required 21-day pre-general election C-4 report, due October 14, 2025.
In this instance, the failure to: (1) include on C-4 reports the adjustments necessary to correct prior reporting errors and transactions affecting the Cash on Hand balance; (2) in a few instances, include the address of the recipient candidate or committee when making monetary expenditures; (3) file timely reports of contributions and expenditures; and (4) report using the accelerated reporting schedule for committees participating in an election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.060.020.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Committee received a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s:
· failure to include on C-4 reports the adjustments necessary to account for changes to the beginning calendar year balance when the balance differs from the closing end-of-year balance for the previous year;
· failure to include all required information for monetary expenditures;
· failure to timely file all reports of contributions and expenditures; and failure to file C-4 reports on the required schedule when participating in an election.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Walter Smith on September 1, 2017. The complaint alleged that Melanie Stambaugh, a 2016 candidate for State Representative of Legislative District 25, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in an election campaign; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the 2016 Friends of Melanie Stambaugh Campaign (Campaign); and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely, completely, and accurately report debts and obligations.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Campaign; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Campaign; and queried the Campaign’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a candidate and to timely, completely, and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activity, including debts and obligations, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Melanie Stambaugh about the importance of the timely, accurate, and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including debts and obligations, and the timely, accurate, and complete filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the March 29, 2023 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is May 15, 2023
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$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAN STONE
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRUCE WISHART
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WASHINGTON OIL MARKETERS ASSOCIATION
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.180
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.180: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT ABBOTT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GEORGE ALLEN
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICHOLAS ECONOMIDES
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID JOHNSON
By PDC
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/24/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LARRY SHANNON
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NOELLE FULLER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES CAMPBELL
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
M JORDAN HANSEN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KARYN KEEN-DENTON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRENT KIRK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHERYL PARK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRISTOPHER THOMAS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/03/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHARITA DUMAS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/04/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SUSAN HANSEN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/12/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROGER HEIM
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CYNTHIA HOCHSTATTER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAUL JOHNSON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICHOLAS JONES
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CLINT KURRY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL KITCHEN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SIGNE KNUDSEN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVE KOPP
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LEO MATTOX
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MKINSTRY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-062 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1241 2341 12-067 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MARIANNE NASLUND MARIANNE NASLUND: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIANNE NASLUND
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-067 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1242 2344 12-070 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 BRADLEY RAY BRADLEY RAY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRADLEY RAY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-070 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1243 2348 12-074 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JAMES RUTT JAMES RUTT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES RUTT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-074 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1244 2351 12-077 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 ANNE SMITH ANNE SMITH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANNE SMITH
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/02/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-077 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1245 2355 12-082 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 DONALD STALEY DONALD STALEY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD STALEY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-082 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1246 2361 12-088 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 STEVE VENEMA STEVE VENEMA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVE VENEMA
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-088 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1247 2363 12-090 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 DWIGHT WAITERS DWIGHT WAITERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DWIGHT WAITERS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-090 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1248 2364 12-091 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 DANNY WALLING DANNY WALLING: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DANNY WALLING
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/02/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-091 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1249 2367 12-095 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 BRANDON WORTH BRANDON WORTH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRANDON WORTH
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-095 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1250 2370 12-098 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MARTHA YOUNT MARTHA YOUNT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARTHA YOUNT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-098 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1251 2378 12-111 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 WILLIAM MACPHERSON WILLIAM MACPHERSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM MACPHERSON
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/05/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-111 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM MACPHERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:14:06 AM 1252 2381 12-115 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 DONALD ANDREW DONALD ANDREW: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD ANDREW
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-115 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1253 2382 12-116 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 LONNY FLYNN LONNY FLYNN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LONNY FLYNN
RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (STIP-GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/22/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-116 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""LONNY FLYNN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-10-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:47:39 PM 1254 2383 12-117 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 DENNIS FORHART DENNIS FORHART: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS FORHART
RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/05/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-117 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS FORHART"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:48:06 PM 1255 2384 12-118 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 JAMES PENNING JAMES PENNING: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES PENNING
RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/03/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-118 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JAMES PENNING"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:48:23 PM 1256 2395 12-133 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 TRACY SHRABLE TRACY SHRABLE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRACY SHRABLE
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-133 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TRACY SHRABLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:05:27 PM 1257 2426 12-169 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC ANGELICA ALVAREZ ANGELICA ALVAREZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANGELICA ALVAREZ
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-169 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1258 2430 12-173 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DAROLKD BRANDENBURG DAROLKD BRANDENBURG: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAROLKD BRANDENBURG
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/27/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-173 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DAROLKD BRANDENBURG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-06-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:52:12 PM 1259 2441 12-184 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC TOBY DUBES TOBY DUBES: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TOBY DUBES
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-184 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1260 2443 12-186 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC GARY EVITT GARY EVITT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GARY EVITT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-186 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1261 2446 12-189 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC STACIE FLYNN STACIE FLYNN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STACIE FLYNN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-189 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1262 2449 12-192 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DENNIS GOGOLSKI DENNIS GOGOLSKI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS GOGOLSKI
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-192 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1263 2454 12-197 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MARK HELPENSTELL MARK HELPENSTELL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK HELPENSTELL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-197 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1264 2455 12-198 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC LINDA HERLAD LINDA HERLAD: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LINDA HERLAD
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-198 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1265 2460 12-203 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOHN JACOBSEN JOHN JACOBSEN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN JACOBSEN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-203 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1266 2461 12-204 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DENISE JONES-BAUCKE DENISE JONES-BAUCKE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENISE JONES-BAUCKE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-204 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1267 2464 12-207 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JAMES LUCAS JAMES LUCAS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES LUCAS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-207 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1268 2473 12-216 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DAVID NUTT DAVID NUTT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID NUTT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEAN MERRIL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EDWIN POYFAIR
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSHUA PENNER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/13/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-217 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JOSHUA PENNER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:10:24 PM 1272 2479 12-222 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC RANDALL REED RANDALL REED: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDALL REED
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDALL SCHLEIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HENRY SLADEK
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CALLE VAN PELT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DALE WALKER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD WHITE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-244 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1278 2505 12-248 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC GEORGE BARNER GEORGE BARNER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GEORGE BARNER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-248 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1279 2508 12-251 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC BRET TREADWELL BRET TREADWELL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.110, RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRET TREADWELL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.110, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.110: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.205: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-251 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1280 2509 12-252 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC ROBERT APPLE ROBERT APPLE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT APPLE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/06/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-252 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT APPLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1281 2510 12-253 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC KARIN ASHABRANER KARIN ASHABRANER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KARIN ASHABRANER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-253 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1282 2512 12-255 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC JESSYN FARRELL JESSYN FARRELL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17a.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JESSYN FARRELL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17a.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17a.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-255 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1283 2513 12-256 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC EDWIN JENKINS EDWIN JENKINS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EDWIN JENKINS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-256 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1284 2514 12-258 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC ANTHONY NEWCOMB ANTHONY NEWCOMB: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANTHONY NEWCOMB
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-258 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1285 2515 12-259 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC MORGAN OYLER MORGAN OYLER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MORGAN OYLER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-259 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1286 2507 12-250 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC DAVID SWANSON DAVID SWANSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 421.17A.250 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID SWANSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 421.17A.250
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/01/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 421.17A.250: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-250 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DAVID SWANSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:18:11 PM 1287 2517 12-261 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC RICHARD SANDERS RICHARD SANDERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD SANDERS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-261 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD SANDERS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1288 2518 12-262 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC TAMARA SMILANICH TAMARA SMILANICH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TAMARA SMILANICH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-262 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1289 2519 12-263 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC ELEANOR WALTERS ELEANOR WALTERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ELEANOR WALTERS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-263 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1290 2516 12-260 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC BRANDON ROBINSON BRANDON ROBINSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRANDON ROBINSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-260 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""who"" : ""BRANDON ROBINSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 03/08/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:58:37 PM 1291 2525 13-005 09/07/2012 09/07/2012 PDC GARY BEAN GARY BEAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GARY BEAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-005 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1292 2520 12-264 07/12/2012 07/12/2012 PDC JAMES WHITE JAMES WHITE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES WHITE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-264 150.00 100.00 100.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JAMES WHITE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-01-25"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:21:08 PM 1293 2548 13-042 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC MICHAEL WEINMAN MICHAEL WEINMAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL WEINMAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/15/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-042 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1294 2561 13-043 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC DIANE GALLEGOS DIANE GALLEGOS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DIANE GALLEGOS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-043 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DIANE GALLEGOS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-19"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-20"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:29:25 PM 1295 2554 13-035 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff THOMAS GAETZ THOMAS GAETZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS GAETZ
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-035 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1296 2556 13-037 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC DEDI HITCHENS DEDI HITCHENS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEDI HITCHENS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/13/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-037 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1297 2555 13-036 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff DENNIS COPLIN DENNIS COPLIN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS COPLIN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/22/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-036 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS COPLIN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:26:38 PM 1298 2557 13-038 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff TERA BIANCHI TERA BIANCHI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TERA BIANCHI
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/13/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-038 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TERA BIANCHI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:26:54 PM 1299 2558 13-039 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff LAUREN PLATT LAUREN PLATT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615, RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LAUREN PLATT
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615, RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/21/2013
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-039 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""LAUREN PLATT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-21"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-22"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:27:15 PM 1300 2559 13-040 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff JIM EDDY JIM EDDY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JIM EDDY
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/04/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-040 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JIM EDDY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-11-06"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-01"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-16"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-24"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:28:24 PM 1301 2560 13-041 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff LYNN DIAL LYNN DIAL: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LYNN DIAL
By PDC Staff
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/13/2013
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-041 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""LYNN DIAL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-04"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:28:43 PM 1302 2563 13-045 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff JILL MANGALIMAN JILL MANGALIMAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.3615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JILL MANGALIMAN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.3615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/15/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.3615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-045 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1303 2564 13-046 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC Staff KATIE MOSEHAUER KATIE MOSEHAUER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KATIE MOSEHAUER
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/16/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-046 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""KATIE MOSEHAUER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-15"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-16"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:30:15 PM 1304 2568 13-050 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC ALZHEIMER ASSN. WESTERN & CENTRAL WA CHAPTER ALZHEIMER ASSN. WESTERN & CENTRAL WA CHAPTER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALZHEIMER ASSN. WESTERN & CENTRAL WA CHAPTER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/30/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-050 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1305 2570 13-052 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff BELLEVUE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BELLEVUE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BELLEVUE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/31/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-052 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1306 2562 13-044 05/07/2013 05/07/2013 PDC MICAELA PRESKILL MICAELA PRESKILL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICAELA PRESKILL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: FULL - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/16/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-044 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MICAELA PRESKILL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:29:59 PM 1307 2565 13-047 04/10/2013 04/10/2013 PDC Staff ELIZABETH RICHER ELIZABETH RICHER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ELIZABETH RICHER
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/22/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-047 450.00 0.00 0.00 450.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABETH RICHER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-04"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-09"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:33:43 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 1308 2569 13-051 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PUBLISHERS INC. ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PUBLISHERS INC.: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PUBLISHERS INC.
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-051 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PUBLISHERS INC."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:35:29 PM 1309 2571 13-053 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO FREE KIDS CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO FREE KIDS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO FREE KIDS
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/03/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-053 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO FREE KIDS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:36:04 PM 1310 2572 13-054 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff CASCADE BICYCLE CLUB CASCADE BICYCLE CLUB: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CASCADE BICYCLE CLUB
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/07/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-054 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CASCADE BICYCLE CLUB"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-06"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-06"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:36:39 PM 1311 2573 13-055 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff CLIMATE SOLUTIONS CLIMATE SOLUTIONS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CLIMATE SOLUTIONS
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/24/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-055 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CLIMATE SOLUTIONS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:36:56 PM 1312 2583 13-065 04/19/2013 04/19/2013 PDC Group Enforcement MARINE ENGINEERS BENEFICIAL ASSN MARINE ENGINEERS BENEFICIAL ASSN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARINE ENGINEERS BENEFICIAL ASSN
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/23/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-065 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1313 2575 13-057 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff CORINTHIAN COLLEGES CORINTHIAN COLLEGES: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CORINTHIAN COLLEGES
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-057 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CORINTHIAN COLLEGES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:38:09 PM 1314 2577 13-059 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff EMDEON EMDEON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EMDEON
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-059 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""EMDEON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:38:45 PM 1315 2578 13-060 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff IBM CORPORATION IBM CORPORATION: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
IBM CORPORATION
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-060 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""IBM CORPORATION"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:39:01 PM 1316 2579 13-061 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff INSTITUTE OF REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630, RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
INSTITUTE OF REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630, RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-061 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""INSTITUTE OF REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-10"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-10"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:39:21 PM 1317 2580 13-062 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff INTERIOR DESIGN COIALITON OF WASHINGTON INTERIOR DESIGN COIALITON OF WASHINGTON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
INTERIOR DESIGN COIALITON OF WASHINGTON
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/19/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-062 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""INTERIOR DESIGN COIALITON OF WASHINGTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:39:43 PM 1318 2582 13-064 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC MHCW MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITIES OF WA MHCW MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITIES OF WA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MHCW MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITIES OF WA
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: FULL - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/07/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-064 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MHCW MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITIES OF WA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-17"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:40:00 PM 1319 2584 13-066 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROG MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROG: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROG
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/11/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-066 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MULTI-SERVICE CENTER LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:40:31 PM 1320 2585 13-067 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff NEW APPROACH WA NEW APPROACH WA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NEW APPROACH WA
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/07/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-067 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""NEW APPROACH WA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:40:49 PM 1321 2588 13-070 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff OVERTON & ASSOC OVERTON & ASSOC: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
OVERTON & ASSOC
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/25/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-070 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""OVERTON & ASSOC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2020 02:55:45 PM 1322 2590 13-072 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff PEOPLE FOR PUGET SOUND PEOPLE FOR PUGET SOUND: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PEOPLE FOR PUGET SOUND
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/06/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-072 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1323 2595 13-077 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff TEANAWAY SOLAR RESERVE TEANAWAY SOLAR RESERVE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TEANAWAY SOLAR RESERVE
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-077 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1324 2596 13-078 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff TOTAL WINE & MORE TOTAL WINE & MORE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TOTAL WINE & MORE
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/03/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-078 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1325 2610 13-092 06/05/2013 06/05/2013 PDC BRIAN HOLLOWAY BRIAN HOLLOWAY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN HOLLOWAY
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-092 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1326 2589 13-071 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff PEABODY ENERGY PEABODY ENERGY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PEABODY ENERGY
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-071 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""PEABODY ENERGY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:56:06 PM 1327 2592 13-074 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff RURAL HEALTH CLINIC ASSN RURAL HEALTH CLINIC ASSN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RURAL HEALTH CLINIC ASSN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-074 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""RURAL HEALTH CLINIC ASSN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:56:44 PM 1328 2593 13-075 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff SUN LIQUOR DISTILLERY SUN LIQUOR DISTILLERY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SUN LIQUOR DISTILLERY
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/19/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-075 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""SUN LIQUOR DISTILLERY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:24:56 PM 1329 2594 13-076 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff SUNBELT RENTALS INC SUNBELT RENTALS INC: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SUNBELT RENTALS INC
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-076 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""SUNBELT RENTALS INC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-10"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-10"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:25:17 PM 1330 2597 13-079 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff TROUTLODGE TROUTLODGE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TROUTLODGE
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/26/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/07/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-079 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TROUTLODGE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-07"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-07"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:25:39 PM 1331 2600 13-082 04/19/2013 04/19/2013 PDC Staff WA ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS WA ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/11/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-082 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WA ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1332 2601 13-083 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA ADULT DAY SERVICES ASSN WA ADULT DAY SERVICES ASSN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA ADULT DAY SERVICES ASSN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.630: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-083 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1333 2607 13-089 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA OIL MARKETERS ASSN WA OIL MARKETERS ASSN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA OIL MARKETERS ASSN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-089 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1334 2608 13-090 04/10/2013 04/10/2013 PDC Staff THOMAS DAVIS THOMAS DAVIS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS DAVIS
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-090 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1335 2609 13-091 06/05/2013 06/05/2013 PDC NICK FEDERICI NICK FEDERICI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICK FEDERICI
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-091 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1336 2599 13-081 05/28/2013 05/28/2013 PDC Staff UTILITY SERVICE PARTNERS INC UTILITY SERVICE PARTNERS INC: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
UTILITY SERVICE PARTNERS INC
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-081 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""UTILITY SERVICE PARTNERS INC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:35:49 PM 1337 2602 13-084 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA ASSN FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN WA ASSN FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA ASSN FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/24/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-084 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WA ASSN FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:36:05 PM 1338 2603 13-085 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA FAMILIES FOR ONLINE LEARNING WA FAMILIES FOR ONLINE LEARNING: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA FAMILIES FOR ONLINE LEARNING
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-085 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WA FAMILIES FOR ONLINE LEARNING"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:38:01 PM 1339 2604 13-086 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA INDOOR TANNING COALITION WA INDOOR TANNING COALITION: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA INDOOR TANNING COALITION
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-086 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WA INDOOR TANNING COALITION"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-10"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-27"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:38:18 PM 1340 2606 13-088 05/24/2013 05/24/2013 PDC Staff WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.630 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-088 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WA OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:53:43 PM 1341 2612 13-094 06/05/2013 06/05/2013 PDC Staff MOSEHAUER MOSEHAUER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MOSEHAUER
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-094 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1342 2614 13-096 06/05/2013 06/05/2013 PDC STEPHANIE SIMPSON STEPHANIE SIMPSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEPHANIE SIMPSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-096 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1343 2630 13-128 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement JEFFREY HUMMER JEFFREY HUMMER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEFFREY HUMMER
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-128 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1344 6706 153487 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards BRECKNER CARRI BRECKNER CARRI: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN KELLY
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-132 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1347 2756 14-059 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF DENNIS MADSEN DENNIS MADSEN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS MADSEN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-059 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1348 2647 13-157 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT ANDRE YOUNG ANDRE YOUNG: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDRE YOUNG
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/22/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-157 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ANDRE YOUNG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:26:40 AM 1349 2680 13-270 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement JOHN HOCTOR JOHN HOCTOR: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN HOCTOR
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MCAULEY
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-063 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1351 2762 14-065 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF GLORIA MENDOZA GLORIA MENDOZA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GLORIA MENDOZA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-065 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1352 2765 14-068 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF TODD MIELKE TODD MIELKE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TODD MIELKE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-068 100.00 75.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TODD MIELKE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/21/2016 12:00:00 AM 1353 2766 14-069 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MARCHELLE MILLER MARCHELLE MILLER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARCHELLE MILLER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-069 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1354 2767 14-070 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF DAVID MITCHELL DAVID MITCHELL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID MITCHELL
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-070 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1355 2768 14-071 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF BRIAN MOODY BRIAN MOODY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN MOODY
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/09/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-071 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1356 2770 14-073 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF LUIS MOSCOSO LUIS MOSCOSO: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LUIS MOSCOSO
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-073 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1357 2759 14-062 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF COLLEEN MCALEER COLLEEN MCALEER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
COLLEEN MCALEER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/09/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-062 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""COLLEEN MCALEER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:18:45 AM 1358 2763 14-066 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF KURT MERZ KURT MERZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KURT MERZ
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/26/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-066 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""KURT MERZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:24:10 AM 1359 2764 14-067 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF FRANK MIANECKI FRANK MIANECKI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FRANK MIANECKI
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/26/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-067 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""FRANK MIANECKI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:24:56 AM 1360 731 26544 10/12/2017 10/12/2017 06/17/2019 Glen Morgan Carol Turgeon 49th Legislative District Democrats: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, 240 for failure to timely and accurately file contributions, expenditures, and debt. (OCT 2017) WAC 390-16-205, WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Action Commenced by Citizen under Chapter 42.17A RCW Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on October 12, 2017. The complaint alleged that 49th District Democrats, a bona fide political party, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations, and for failure to provide detailed descriptions of expenditures including the number of items printed, and sub-vendors utilized by the campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the 49th District Democrats; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; the Complaint filed in Thurston County Superior Court; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, the PDC has administratively closed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JESSE NELSON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-075 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JESSE NELSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/21/2016 12:00:00 AM 1362 2773 14-076 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MEREDITH NICHOLLS MEREDITH NICHOLLS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MEREDITH NICHOLLS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-076 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1363 2775 14-078 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF ZULMA OCHOA ZULMA OCHOA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ZULMA OCHOA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-078 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1364 2777 14-080 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF LORI OVIATT LORI OVIATT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LORI OVIATT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Disposition:
CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY, F-1 STATEMENT FILED PRIOR TO WARNING LETTER BEING SENT
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-080 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 06/08/2017 12:00:00 AM 1365 2779 14-082 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MARCIE PALMER MARCIE PALMER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARCIE PALMER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-082 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1366 2774 14-077 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MICHAEL NOFTLE MICHAEL NOFTLE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL NOFTLE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/30/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-077 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL NOFTLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-30"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-30"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:25:37 AM 1367 2776 14-079 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF TY OLSON TY OLSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TY OLSON
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-079 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TY OLSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:25:55 AM 1368 2778 14-081 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF AARON OWADA AARON OWADA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AARON OWADA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-081 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""AARON OWADA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:26:13 AM 1369 2780 14-083 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF TIMOTHY PAYNE TIMOTHY PAYNE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOTHY PAYNE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/10/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-083 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TIMOTHY PAYNE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:26:54 AM 1370 2782 14-085 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF DEBRA PERRY DEBRA PERRY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEBRA PERRY
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-085 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DEBRA PERRY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-07"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:27:34 AM 1371 5580 113087 10/06/2022 10/06/2022 12/13/2022 Glen Morgan Maggie Yates Yates, Maggie: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributor employer/occupation information on C-3 reports (EY22, Oct22) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 6, 2022. The complaint alleged that Maggie Yates, a 2022 candidate for Spokane County Commissioner, District 5 may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) that included the required employer and occupation information for a donor giving more the $100 in the aggregate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the C-3 and C-4 reports submitted by the 2022 Yates Campaign were originally filed disclosing accurate information about both the employment and the committee’s understanding of a reportable in-kind contribution from Ministerial Treasurer Brian McClatchey. PDC staff found no evidence that the update to Mr. McClatchey’s employment on campaign reports was done to purposely withhold this information from the general public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, submitting an amended C-4 report that erroneously updated a donor’s employer and occupation information to “unemployed” when the donor was employed at the time of the original submittal does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Maggie Yates about the importance of the accurate and timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically the additional required information for donors giving more than $100 in the aggregate, and the accurate and timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/113087 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""113087 Yates Maggie Reminder - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5580/113087%20Yates%20Maggie%20Reminder%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""113087 Yates Maggie Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5580/113087%20Yates%20Maggie%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113087 Yates Maggie Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5580/113087%20Yates%20Maggie%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/13/2022 09:50:28 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 1372 6241 143247 10/03/2023 10/03/2023 12/21/2023 Dennis Reed LONG DEBRA L Long, Debra: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenses (OCT'23, EY'23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 3, 2023. The complaint alleged that Debra Long, incumbent School Director and candidate for Central Valley School District 356, Position 3 in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing detailed expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although Debra Long was not a first-time candidate, 2023 was her first time registering under the “Full Reporting” option and submitting C-3 and C-4 reports for her campaign. It appears that the lack of expenditure detail noted in the complaint was due to a general lack of knowledge about campaign finance reporting. No evidence was found that the omissions were done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-4 reports disclosing the required expenditure detail, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Debra Long will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2023 Long Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Long timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/143247 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""143247 Long, Debra Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6241/143247%20Long%2C%20Debra%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""143247 Long Debra Warning - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6241/143247%20Long%20Debra%20Warning%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""143247 Long Debra Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6241/143247%20Long%20Debra%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""143247 Long Debra Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/29/2024 08:35:51 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1373 2786 14-089 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF FAALUAINA PRITCHARD FAALUAINA PRITCHARD: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FAALUAINA PRITCHARD
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/15/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-089 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""FAALUAINA PRITCHARD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:26:57 PM 1374 2793 14-096 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF KIM SANDERS KIM SANDERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIM SANDERS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/12/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-096 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1375 2796 14-099 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC Staff CHRISTINA SCHUBERT CHRISTINA SCHUBERT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRISTINA SCHUBERT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-099 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1376 2787 14-090 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MICHAEL PRUETT MICHAEL PRUETT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL PRUETT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/10/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-090 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL PRUETT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:41:49 AM 1377 2794 14-097 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF FIASLI SAVUSA FIASLI SAVUSA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FIASLI SAVUSA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-097 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""FIASLI SAVUSA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-07"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:46:24 AM 1378 2795 14-098 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF APRIL SCHROEDER APRIL SCHROEDER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
APRIL SCHROEDER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-098 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""APRIL SCHROEDER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:46:46 AM 1379 2797 14-100 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF JAMES W SCOTT JAMES W SCOTT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES W SCOTT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/10/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-100 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JAMES W SCOTT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:47:05 AM 1380 2802 14-105 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF GEOFFREY SIMPSON GEOFFREY SIMPSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GEOFFREY SIMPSON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-105 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1381 2804 14-107 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF LISA STADE LISA STADE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LISA STADE
By PDC STAFF
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-107 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1382 2799 14-102 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF STEFANIE SEXTON STEFANIE SEXTON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEFANIE SEXTON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/09/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-102 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""STEFANIE SEXTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:47:25 AM 1383 2805 14-108 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF BARBARA STARR BARBARA STARR: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BARBARA STARR
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-108 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""BARBARA STARR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:51:09 AM 1384 2806 14-109 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF JOHN STOKES JOHN STOKES: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN STOKES
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/14/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-109 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""JOHN STOKES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:51:39 AM 1385 2807 14-110 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF PETER SWANT PETER SWANT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETER SWANT
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-110 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""PETER SWANT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:51:59 AM 1386 2809 14-114 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC-STAFF DARRELL VAN DYKE DARRELL VAN DYKE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DARRELL VAN DYKE
By PDC-STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-114 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DARRELL VAN DYKE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:52:19 AM 1387 2801 14-104 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF ERIC SHANK ERIC SHANK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ERIC SHANK
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/14/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-104 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""ERIC SHANK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:27:54 PM 1388 2811 14-125 04/15/2014 04/15/2014 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT THOMAS CAMPBELL THOMAS CAMPBELL: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS CAMPBELL
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/03/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-125 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""THOMAS CAMPBELL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-11"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:36:39 AM 1389 2815 14-130 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF STEVE COPE STEVE COPE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVE COPE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-130 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""STEVE COPE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:47:39 AM 1390 2817 14-139 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC-STAFF GARY GILL GARY GILL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GARY GILL
By PDC-STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-139 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""GARY GILL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:48:59 AM 1391 2818 14-141 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF CAROL JEAN GREGORY CAROL JEAN GREGORY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CAROL JEAN GREGORY
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-141 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CAROL JEAN GREGORY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:49:19 AM 1392 2819 14-142 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF AARON HEIDE AARON HEIDE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AARON HEIDE
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-142 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""AARON HEIDE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:49:37 AM 1393 2822 14-153 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF THOMAS LARRICK THOMAS LARRICK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS LARRICK
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-153 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""THOMAS LARRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:51:27 AM 1394 2826 14-158 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF CONRAD MAHNKEN CONRAD MAHNKEN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONRAD MAHNKEN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-158 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1395 2827 14-159 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC Staff MARIANA MAKSIMOS MARIANA MAKSIMOS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIANA MAKSIMOS
By GORUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-159 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1396 2829 14-161 06/13/2014 06/13/2014 PDC Staff JOHANNA SHIMOMURA JOHANNA SHIMOMURA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHANNA SHIMOMURA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-161 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1397 2824 14-156 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF WILLIAM LOVER WILLIAM LOVER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM LOVER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-156 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM LOVER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:03:59 AM 1398 2825 14-157 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC-STAFF LANA LUNDGREN LANA LUNDGREN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LANA LUNDGREN
By PDC-STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-157 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""LANA LUNDGREN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:05:42 AM 1399 2828 14-160 06/13/2014 06/13/2014 PDC STAFF SHELLY O'QUINN SHELLY O'QUINN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHELLY O'QUINN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-160 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""SHELLY O'QUINN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:06:01 AM 1400 2830 15-003 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 DARVIN ZIMMERMAN DARVIN ZIMMERMAN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DARVIN ZIMMERMAN
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/29/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-003 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""DARVIN ZIMMERMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-04-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:06:23 AM 1401 5603 113805 10/21/2022 10/21/2022 11/22/2022 Janice Montgomery Scott Tinney Tinney, Scott: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & WAC 390-16-105 for exceeding mini reporting limits & failing to file campaign contribution & expenditures reports (EY22, NOV22 ) WAC 390-16-105, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed October 21, 2022. The complaint alleged Scott Tinney may have violated WAC 390-16-105 and and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting and failing to timely disclose contributions and expenditures.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found:
2017 campaign, those that read Vote for Scott Tinney
250 yard signs with 250 metal stakes
11 4x8 signs
2 4x6 banners
Total cost $2,473.87
2022 campaign, those that read, Re-Elect Scott Tinney
100 yard signs
20 4x8 signs
Total cost $2,137.47
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of exceeding the expenditure limit for mini reporting does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. The C-3 and C-4 reports of contributions and expenditures are not required for filers under the Mini Reporting option. Mr. Tinney was a mini filer, not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/113805 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Response (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5603/113805%20Tinney%20Scott%20Response%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Response (2)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5603/113805%20Tinney%20Scott%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5603/113805%20Tinney%20Scott%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5603/113805%20Tinney%20Scott%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113805 Tinney Scott Complaint Return Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}]" 11/22/2022 04:10:09 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1402 2833 15-024 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 PDC STAFF NICHOLAS HENDERSON NICHOLAS HENDERSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICHOLAS HENDERSON
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/06/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-024 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""NICHOLAS HENDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-16"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:08:45 AM 1403 2831 15-022 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 JOSEPH MCGIMPSEY JOSEPH MCGIMPSEY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPH MCGIMPSEY
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-022 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""who"" : ""JOSEPH MCGIMPSEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:06:17 PM 1404 2832 15-023 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 PDC STAFF ROBERT HOGG ROBERT HOGG: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT HOGG
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-023 300.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT HOGG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-11"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:06:38 PM 1405 2834 15-025 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 PDC STAFF DAVID GRIFFIN DAVID GRIFFIN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID GRIFFIN
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/11/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-025 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""who"" : ""DAVID GRIFFIN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-11"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:06:48 PM 1406 2836 15-028 07/24/2014 07/24/2014 PDC Group Enforcement MICHAEL O'NEIL MICHAEL O'NEIL: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL O'NEIL
By PDC Group Enforcement
RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/21/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/30/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-028 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL O'NEIL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-01-29"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-12-30"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:12:07 AM 1407 2853 15-060 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC STAFF NEIL HARTMAN NEIL HARTMAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NEIL HARTMAN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-060 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""NEIL HARTMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:34:30 AM 1408 2852 15-059 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC STAFF MARY CLOGSTON MARY CLOGSTON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.615 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARY CLOGSTON
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
PENALTY PAID 6/1/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-059 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 07/29/2016 12:00:00 AM 1409 2854 15-061 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC STAFF HPC ADVOCACY HPC ADVOCACY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HPC ADVOCACY
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-061 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""HPC ADVOCACY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:34:53 AM 1410 2856 15-063 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC STAFF NAVIGATION GROUP NAVIGATION GROUP: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NAVIGATION GROUP
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/08/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-063 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""NAVIGATION GROUP"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:35:11 AM 1411 730 26545 10/13/2017 10/13/2017 03/14/2019 Glen Morgan Darlene Miller 44th Legislative District Democrats: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, and debt. (OCT 2017) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide
The complaint alleged the 44th Legislative District Democrats may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for (1) by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee and (2) failing to timely and accurately disclose debt.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Darlene Miller, treasurer, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, and that: (1) many of the late reports included limited financial activity; and (2) the Committee timely filed 21-Day and 7-day Pre-General election reports in 2016 and 2017 during critical periods before and after the elections, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the 44th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure all contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the 44th Legislative District Democrats timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/26545 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""26545 44th District Democrats Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/730/26545%2044th%20District%20Democrats%20Complaint%20With%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : ""26545 44th District Democrats Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""26545 44th District Democrats Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/730/26545%2044th%20District%20Democrats%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""26545 44th District Democrats Complaint Response.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""26545 44thth District Dems close with warning.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/730/26545%2044thth%20District%20Dems%20close%20with%20warning.pdf"", ""description"" : ""26545 44thth District Dems close with warning.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 06/17/2020 10:24:38 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1412 2857 15-064 05/20/2015 05/20/2015 PDC STAFF SHAUNIE WHEELER SHAUNIE WHEELER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHAUNIE WHEELER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/25/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-064 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""SHAUNIE WHEELER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-23"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:38:53 AM 1413 2874 15-083 09/18/2015 09/18/2015 MINA MERCER FRIENDS OF TERRY HICKEL CAMPAIGN FRIENDS OF TERRY HICKEL CAMPAIGN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FRIENDS OF TERRY HICKEL CAMPAIGN
By MINA MERCER
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-083 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1414 2865 15-075 09/03/2015 09/03/2015 STACI SMITH KSHAMA SAWANT KSHAMA SAWANT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KSHAMA SAWANT
By STACI SMITH
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-075 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1415 2870 15-080 10/13/2014 10/13/2014 ANNA UNRUH GRANT COUNTY CONCERNED VOTERS GRANT COUNTY CONCERNED VOTERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.335 Referred to Attorney General by Commission "
On October 13, 2014, Casey Cooper and Anna Unruh filed complaints alleging that a group calling itself Grant County Concerned Voters failed to include proper sponsor identification on political advertising supporting Angus Lee and opposing Garth Dano in the 2014 race for Grant County Prosecutor, and that the group failed to register and report as a political committee or file a report of electioneering communication. On October 14, 2014, Ms. Unruh also alleged that Grant County Concerned Voters failed to include proper sponsor identification or report the expenditures for a mailer supporting Dani Bolyard and opposing Tom Dent, both candidates for State Representative in the 13th Legislative District. The complaints were investigated as Case 2138.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-080 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission determined additional legal or penalty authority needed to address violations. 1416 2872 15-082 09/17/2015 09/17/2015 AMANDA CLARK NO ELECTION VOUCHERS (NEV) NO ELECTION VOUCHERS (NEV): ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.240 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NO ELECTION VOUCHERS (NEV)
By AMANDA CLARK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/28/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-082 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1417 2875 15-084 09/21/2015 09/21/2015 RON WAMBOLT ALICIA CRANK ALICIA CRANK: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALICIA CRANK
By RON WAMBOLT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/03/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-084 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1418 2877 15-086 07/20/2015 07/20/2015 MINA MERCER WASHINGTON STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY WASHINGTON STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.320 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WASHINGTON STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY
By MINA MERCER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.320
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/17/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.320: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-086 500.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""WASHINGTON STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2016-01-21"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1419 2883 15-092 10/05/2015 10/05/2015 KELLY HINTON MARC BOLDT MARC BOLDT: ALLEGED FALSE POLITICAL ADVERTISING, CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17A.320 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARC BOLDT
By KELLY HINTON
Allegation(s): FALSE POLITICAL ADVERTISING, CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.320
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/28/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.320: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-092 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1420 2884 15-093 10/05/2015 10/05/2015 STEVEN SEGALL JESSICA BATEMAN JESSICA BATEMAN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JESSICA BATEMAN
By STEVEN SEGALL
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-093 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1421 2895 16-018 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT BRIAN EVANS BRIAN EVANS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN EVANS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/21/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-018 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""BRIAN EVANS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:09:20 PM 1422 2898 16-077 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT TRENT HOUSE TRENT HOUSE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRENT HOUSE
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/14/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-077 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""TRENT HOUSE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:42:29 PM 1423 2899 16-079 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT CAREY MORRIS CAREY MORRIS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CAREY MORRIS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-079 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""CAREY MORRIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:42:47 PM 1424 2900 16-084 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT VELMA VELORIA VELMA VELORIA: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.615 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
VELMA VELORIA
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/13/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-084 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""VELMA VELORIA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:43:05 PM 1425 3001 16-026 07/08/2016 07/08/2016 GROUP ENFORCEMENT JENNIFER HAGEN JENNIFER HAGEN ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent JENNIFER HAGEN: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent KRISHNA EVELAND: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
| Hearing Notice Returned ""Insufficient Address."" Two priors with both cases sent to collections. |
The following allegation has been made against the respondent ERIC OETTEL: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities to support political campaign expenditures.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/49906 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""49906 Orozco Juan Disposition Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3023/49906%20Orozco%20Juan%20Disposition%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""49906 Orozco Juan Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3023/49906%20Orozco%20Juan%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""49906 Orozco Juan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3023/49906%20Orozco%20Juan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : null}]" 06/17/2019 12:42:04 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1431 5108 102544 01/14/2022 03/07/2022 PDC Staff Amber Bartz Amber Bartz: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate F1At the February 17, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/102544 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""102544 Bartz Amber EY21 Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5108/102544%20Bartz%20Amber%20EY21%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""102544 Bartz Amber Candidate F-1 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5108/102544%20Bartz%20Amber%20Candidate%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Amber Bartz"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""0202-03-04"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-04-04"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 days & no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-03-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/22/2022 01:38:08 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 1432 2790 14-093 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF RANDALL REED RANDALL REED: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDALL REED
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-093 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""RANDALL REED"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 02/22/2021 01:11:54 PM 1433 6707 153488 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards Brenda Fantroy-Johnson Brenda Fantroy-Johnson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES COZAD
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/31/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-254 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""who"" : ""JAMES COZAD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/16/2021 07:49:36 AM 1437 3651 SC 17-2-05688-34 10/26/2017 06/08/2018 State of Washington Clark County Republican Central Committee SC 17-2-05688-34 Clark County Republican Central Committee (Thurston County Superior Court) "
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 84089.00 37362.50 0.00 46726.50 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Clark County Republican Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-06-07"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-12-31"", ""amount"" : 84089.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $74,725 with $37,362.50 suspended. Costs & Fees: $4,816 in reasonable attorney fees; $4,308 in investigation costs, and $240 in court costs (Paid to State). Payments shall be made to the State every three months starting September 1, 2018 until the unsuspended portion of the civil penalty and the State's fees and costs are paid in full."", ""suspended_amount"" : 37362.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$37,362.50 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of the law committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-01-22"", ""amount"" : 2500.00, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-02-22"", ""amount"" : 2758.24, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-06-08"", ""amount"" : 11879.55, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-03-09"", ""amount"" : 2841.94, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-12-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-09-20"", ""amount"" : 7025.40, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-06-20"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-06-20"", ""amount"" : 14438.85, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-03-06"", ""amount"" : 3458.12, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-12-18"", ""amount"" : 1524.40, ""description"" : ""Partial Payment""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:58:25 PM 1438 8334 178088 08/29/2025 10/24/2025 PDC Staff Mic Sager Mic Sager: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).10826.00 5413.00 0.00 5413.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Snohomish County Republican Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2017-11-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-07-01"", ""amount"" : 10826.00, ""description"" : ""$10,826 to the State with $5,413 suspended. Costs & Fees: Attorneys' fees $3,250, Costs $315 (Totaling $3,565.00 Paid to Firm). Payment installments were scheduled."", ""suspended_amount"" : 5413.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$5,413 suspended for a period of 2 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2018-11-28"", ""amount"" : 5413.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:26:51 PM 1440 3653 SC 17-2-06410-34 11/30/2017 01/09/2018 State of Washington EX REL Walter Smith Kittitas County Republican Party SC 17-2-06410-34 Kittitas County Republican (Thurston County Superior Court)
13143.00 6571.50 0.00 6571.50 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Kittitas County Republican Party"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-01-10"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-02-09"", ""amount"" : 13143.00, ""description"" : ""Amount of Civil Penalties: $13,143.00 with $6,571.50 suspended. Costs & Fees: Attorneys' fees $4,000, Costs $340 (Paid to Firm)."", ""suspended_amount"" : 6571.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$6,571.50 suspended for a period of 2 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-01-09"", ""amount"" : 6571.50, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:14:15 PM 1441 8467 180925 10/30/2025 10/29/2025 02/24/2026 Paul Chapman Markham McIntyre Markham McIntyre: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities or resources for the purpose of supporting a ballot measure or candidate. RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Employee - Local
2500.00 2000.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""36th District Democrats"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-10-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-11-15"", ""amount"" : 2500.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $2,500 with $2,000 suspended. Costs & Fees: $3,375 as attorney fees, $430 as court costs, $1,500 as investigation costs (Paid to Firm). Due within 30 days of the entry of the Judgment"", ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$2,000 suspended for a period of four years contingent on no findings of violations of the law committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-04-17"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:12:13 PM 1443 5056 100440 10/29/2021 10/28/2021 01/24/2022 Sylvia Schultz Christopher Roberdeau Roberdeau, Christopher: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.240 & .320 by failing to disclose the description for an in-kind contribution received by the Campaign & by failing to disclose full sponsor id on political ads. (EY 21; Oct 21) WAC 390-16-207, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local
2000.00 1500.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Tim Probst"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-06-28"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-09-26"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $2,000 with $1,500 suspended. Costs and Fees: $3,000 in attorney fees and court costs (Paid to Firm). Due within 90 days from the date of entry of the Judgment"", ""suspended_amount"" : 1500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$1,500 suspended for a period of four (4) years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2018-09-04"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:02:54 PM 1445 3659 SC 18-2-01691-34 03/30/2018 08/30/2018 State of Washington EX REL Glen Morgan Beth Doglio SC 18-2-01691-34 Beth Doglio (Thurston County Superior Court)
2500.00 2000.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Beth Doglio"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-08-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-09-29"", ""amount"" : 2500.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $2,500 with $2,000 suspended. Costs & Fees: $3,250 in attorney fees and costs (Paid to Firm). Due within 30 days from the date of entry of the Judgment"", ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$2,000 suspended for a period of two (2) years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2018-09-26"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:01:53 PM 1446 3660 SC 18-2-01781-34 04/05/2018 06/28/2019 State of Washington EX REL Glen Morgan Clark Co Democratic Central Committee SC 18-2-01781-34 Clark Co Democratic Central Committee (Thurston County Superior Court)
3000.00 0.00 0.00 3000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Clark Co Democratic Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2019-06-28"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-07-28"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $3,000. Costs & Fees: $2,760 in attorney fees, $240 in court costs (Paid to Counsel). Due within 30 days from the date of entry of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-07-05"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 01:47:03 PM 1447 1849 1342 11/05/2015 11/05/2015 04/13/2016 Nicole and Kenneth MacKenzie Amy Whaylen, Mayor, Kurt Triplett, City Manager City of Kirkland; Whaylen, Amy; Triplett, Kurt - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 using city facilities for political activity (Nov 2015) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
16438.00 14749.20 0.00 1688.80 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Washington Education Association Political Action Committee, and Washington Education Association"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2019-09-19"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-10-19"", ""amount"" : 16438.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $16,438.00 with $14,624.20 Suspended. Costs & Fees: $2,916.08 in attorneys' fees and costs. (Paid to Counsel). Due within 30 days from the date of entry of the Stipulation and Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 14749.20, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended for a period of three (3) years contingent upon no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the suspension period."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-10-21"", ""amount"" : 1643.80, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-10-21"", ""amount"" : 45.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 01:55:11 PM 1449 1831 1839 12/15/2015 12/15/2015 12/15/2015 Maynard Haglund and Robert Brown Raymond Gravelle, Keith Haggluns, John Glassco, Kat Sanderson, Steve Wellein, JoAnn Rushton Alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.555 by City of Soap Lake Officials RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 1250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1250.00 true "[{""who"" : ""Sharlaine LaClaire"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2018-05-05"", ""amount"" : 1250.00, ""description"" : ""12% interest to be added (1% monthly) to total judgment if not paid in full by 05/05/2018 - Judgment amount shown does not include interest to date"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:13:11 PM 1452 1864 1174 10/22/2015 10/22/2015 11/03/2015 Martin Muench Ben Wick Ben Wick: Alleged violation of public facilities by featuring a Spokane Valley Fire Fighter appear in uniform in front of a fire engine in a political advertisement. RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021
The complaint alleged that the 40th Legislative District Democrats, a bona fide legislative district committee, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign during calendar year 2017; or (2) WAC 390-16-115(4) for failure to timely file a Committee Registration (C-1pc report) registering under the “Mini Reporting” option for calendar year 2017.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Laura Ewan on behalf of her client the 40th Legislative District Democrats (40th LD Dems) and by former Committee Chair, Tara Nelson; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The 40th Legislative District Democrats have used the “Full Reporting” option in previous years and submitted C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing campaign activities. Although the 40th LD Dems submitted the C-1pc ten months late, they did not exceed the reporting thresholds for the “Mini Reporting” option and a search of the PDC website confirms that no contributions from the 40th LD Dems were made during calendar year 2017.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1pc for calendar year 2017, choosing the “Mini Reporting” option by no later than January 31, 2017 and failure to file C-3 and C-4 reports before submitting an updated C-1pc, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the 40th Legislative District Democrats about the importance of timely filing of the C-1pc in each calendar year if the committee intends to use the “Mini Reporting” option, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/27160 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""27160 40th Legislative District Democrats Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/689/27160%2040th%20Legislative%20District%20Democrats%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27160 40th Legislative District Democrats Response.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""27160 40th Legislative District Democrats Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/689/27160%2040th%20Legislative%20District%20Democrats%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27160 40th Legislative District Democrats Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""27160 40th Leg Dist Democrats Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/689/27160%2040th%20Leg%20Dist%20Democrats%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27160 40th Leg Dist Democrats Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 07/01/2019 01:31:48 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 1461 5784 124679 04/21/2023 04/21/2023 07/17/2023 Joe Kunzler King County Council Members King County Council Members: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for allowing a candidate to announce his candidacy during the public comment period of the King County Council Meeting (EY23, Apr23) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - Local7037.00 3518.50 0.00 3518.50 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Okanogan County Republican Party"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-02-23"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-12-31"", ""amount"" : 7037.00, ""description"" : ""Amount of Civil Penalties: $7,037.00. \n\nAmount of Attorneys' Fees: $2,750\nAmount of Court Costs: $292\nTotal Fees & Costs: $3,042.00\n(Paid to Firm)."", ""suspended_amount"" : 3518.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$3,518.50 suspended for a period of 2 years contingent on no findings of substantial violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2018-10-09"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-01-10"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-04-17"", ""amount"" : 900.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-08-19"", ""amount"" : 515.50, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-07-17"", ""amount"" : 600.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-04-01"", ""amount"" : 503.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:13:27 PM 1463 3639 SC 16-2-04959-34 12/18/2016 05/25/2018 State of Washington Teresa Purcell SC 16-2-04959-34 Teresa Purcell (Thurston County Superior Court) "
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 22395.00 8000.00 0.00 14395.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Teresa Purcell"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-06-01"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-12-01"", ""amount"" : 22395.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $18,395 with suspension of $8,000.\n\nCosts and Fees: $4,000.00 in reasonable attorney fees, costs of investigation and court costs.\n\n\""pay to the State of Washington the amount of $4,000.00 as reasonable attorney fees, court costs, and costs of investigation as authorized under RCW 42.17A.765\"""", ""suspended_amount"" : 8000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$8,000.00 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-12-05"", ""amount"" : 1695.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-07-01"", ""amount"" : 5600.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-11-21"", ""amount"" : 3600.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-01-30"", ""amount"" : 3500.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 03:04:58 PM 1464 5975 139551 07/12/2023 09/15/2023 PDC Staff TUCKER BOBBY J TUCKER BOBBY J: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate in election year 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate F1For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 238500.00 0.00 0.00 238500.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Facebook, inc."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-12-18"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-01-19"", ""amount"" : 238500.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $200,000. Costs & Fees: $38,500 in reasonable attorneys' fees, court costs, and costs of investigation (Paid to the State). Due within 30 days of stipulation and judgment"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-02-08"", ""amount"" : 238500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:56:52 PM 1466 8453 180522 10/22/2025 10/21/2025 02/11/2026 Paul Martin Ross Ashton McCartney Ashton McCartney: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file an F-1 report within two weeks of being appointed (EY25 OCT25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 217000.00 0.00 0.00 217000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Google, Inc."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-12-18"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-01-17"", ""amount"" : 217000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $200,000. Costs & Fees: $17,000 in reasonable fees and costs (Paid to State). Due within 30 days of the entry of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-02-18"", ""amount"" : 217000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:56:06 PM 1468 8343 178097 08/29/2025 10/24/2025 PDC Staff Sharon Schirman Sharon Schirman: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 "On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).On October 9, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Respondent Sharon Schirman, a 2025 candidate for Council Member, Position 3, in the City of Shelton in the 2025 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification political advertising.
The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to include the required sponsor identification language on its campaign website, as required by the statutory scheme.
Based on the above findings, the staff issued a reminder letter to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
10345.00 5172.50 0.00 5172.50 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Pierce County Republican Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2017-11-02"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-07-01"", ""amount"" : 10345.00, ""description"" : ""Amount of Civil Penalties: $10,345 with $5,172.50 suspended. Amount of Attorney Fees: $7,405 (Paid to Firm) Amount of Costs: $318.43 (Paid to Firm). \""agrees to pay the State the unsuspended portion of the civil penalty ($5,172.50) and pay to Smith & Dietrich Law Offices PLLC fees and costs ($7,723.43) in installments of $4,028.40 on January 1 and July 1 each year starting in 2018 until paid in full.\"""", ""suspended_amount"" : 5172.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$5,172.50 suspended for a period of 2 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-07-02"", ""amount"" : 1144.10, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-01-01"", ""amount"" : 4028.40, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/26/2021 12:11:49 PM 1471 8338 178092 08/29/2025 10/24/2025 PDC Staff Ron Willis Ron Willis: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file one or more mandatory Expenditure and Summary Reports (C-4) (GE25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C-4 On the date below, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) will hold a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755 to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the mandatory one or more pre-primary expenditure and summary reports (C-4).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 19, 2023. The complaint alleged that Washington State Machinists Council PAC, a committee registered with the PDC during calendar years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240: (1) for failure to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) and; (2) RCW 42.17A.420 for accepting over limit contributions within 21 days of an election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by legal counsel Abby Lawlor, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although WSMC PAC did accept over limit contributions in excess of $5,000 during the 21 days prior to the general election in calendar years 2019, 2020 and 2022, the PAC either did not spend the funds received for election related expenditures or the funds spent had minimal impact on election related activity. In addition, these funds were received from an entity directly connected to the Respondent and are routinely given in October or November of each year. Regarding the allegation of late reporting, staff found a small number of original reports appeared to have been submitted late.
Staff found no evidence that WSMC PAC purposely filed late campaign reports or accepted over limit contributions in order to conceal its activities from the public or adversely affect the outcome of previous elections.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of campaign reports dating back from calendar year 2019 forward, and acceptance of contributions in excess of $5,000 within the three weeks before the general election in 2019, 2020 and 2022, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file reports disclosing campaign activity and for accepting over limit contributions during the 21 days prior to a general election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that WSMC PAC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, and adherence to the prohibition on accepting contributions in excess of $5,000 before a general election. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
David Moylan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 11, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff's review of the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report electioneering communications on a C-6 report, candidates supported or opposed on a C-4 report, and its sponsor on a C-1pc report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, ODP-WA Sponsored by Merle Chambers received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely and accurately disclose electioneering communications on a C-6 report, adequately describe those expenditures on a C-4 report, and timely amend its C-4 and C-1pc reports. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that ODP-WA Sponsored by Merle Chambers will timely & accurately disclose all future electioneering communications and/or independent expenditures, and any sponsors. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities/resources (city email and phone number) to assist an election campaign, specifically, that RonDel Krauter’s use of a city email address on his Declaration of Candidacy form constituted an improper use of city facilities.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by RonDel Krauter (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Maycumber Campaign did not receive a prohibited contribution from the 7th Legislative District Republican Party during the 2017 Legislative Session freeze period, since the Campaign signs were sold at the fair market value to 7th Legislative District Republican Party committee, officers, PCO's, members and other individuals. The Maycumber Campaign timely disclosed the payments from the Committee on C-3 reports, listing the proceeds of the sale as a Miscellaneous Receipt as instructed by PDC staff.
Concerning the advertisement in question, the billboard advertisement was sponsored by the Spokane Home Builders Association (SHBA) on their own billboard, was not sponsored by or coordinated with the Maycumber Campaign, and was reported as an Independent Expenditure by the SHBA.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/27082 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Maycumber Jacquelin Complaint Return Letter (Smith) PDC Case 27082 (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/702/Maycumber%20Jacquelin%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28Smith%29%20PDC%20Case%2027082%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""27082 Maycumber Jacquelin Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/702/27082%20Maycumber%20Jacquelin%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27082 Maycumber Jacquelin Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/02/2019 05:40:25 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1488 6709 153490 11/02/2023 11/02/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards David Baker David Baker: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Stanley Holland (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff resolved this case with a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and $250 penalty.
Stanley Holland completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and agreed to pay $250 in civil penalties in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 & RCW 42.17A.710 for: (1) failing to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate; and 2) failing to report income, real estate, debts and/or a business association on Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) covering calendar years 2019 and 2020, 1/1/21 – 11/30/21, and 5/26/22 – 5/25/23. The signed SOU and $250 in penalties assessed resolves the allegations listed in this complaint.
The Respondent made an initial payment of $125 and has committed to pay the remaining $125 in two weeks. PDC staff may reopen this case if the Respondent fails to timely pay the remaining half of the penalty owed.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the People for Thurston County Jobs and Dean Nielsen (Committee); and the response from Jason Bennett on behalf of Dean Nielsen.
RCW 42.17A.205(c)(j) states, (c) ""The Statement of Organization shall include but not limited to: The names, addresses, and titles of its officers; or if it has no officers, the names, addresses, and titles of it responsible leaders; and (j) The name, address, and title of any person who authorizes expenditures or makes decisions on behalf of the candidate or committee.""
WAC 390-05-245 broadly defines a committee officer as, ""Any person designated by the committee as an officer on the C-1 or C-1pc registration statement and any person who alone or in conjunction with other persons, makes, directs, or authorizes contribution, expenditure, strategic or policy decisions on behalf of the Committee.""
The Committee listed Dean Nielsen and Jason Bennett as committee officers on the initial Committee Registration that was filed on October 11, 2019 and on two subsequent Committee Registrations that were amended to reflect the inclusion and removal of ""Weyerhaeuser Company"" as sponsor of the Committee on October 21, 2019 and October 25, 2019, respectively. All three Committee Registrations were filed with the PDC prior to this complaint being filed.
Except for Dean Nielsen and Jason Bennett, staff found no other unnamed individuals affiliated with the Committee who meet the statutory/rule definition of a committee officer that were not included on the committee registration.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 26, 2022. The complaint alleged that Kim Plese, a candidate for Spokane County Commissioner, District 1 in the 2022 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) an entity of which she had reportable ownership interest in during the reporting period.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the delay in amending the F-1 report originally filed as a candidate in the 2022 election to include all governmental and business customers was due to lack of knowledge by the Respondent as a new candidate and technical difficulties using the PDC’s electronic filing application. Staff found no evidence that the delay was done purposely in order to deceive or otherwise keep the reportable customer payments from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely amend the F-1 report due as a 2022 candidate covering the previous twelve months does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kim Plese will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose reportable governmental and business customers of an entity in which she had ownership interest. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Plese timely and accurately files all future required reports of financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 22, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $1,000, of which $500 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the missing F-1 report is filed and the other conditions of the Order are timely met.
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While the use of social media, digital ads and storytelling are widely used to communicate with audiences, they can also be used to persuade audiences to take a particular action. The Kennewick SD should exercise caution when using such tools to convey information regarding a ballot proposition to ensure that its communications are factual, fair, objective, and free of statements of support, emotional appeals, opinions, and other promotional or persuasive content.
PDC staff is reminding Kennewick SD officials about the importance of adhering to all of the Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns which state that, in no case, will the PDC view a marketing effort related to an election as normal and regular conduct. The school district is further reminded not to use school district resources to produce and distribute promotional content and avoid statements that speculate about the possible secondary or tertiary impacts of a ballot proposition.
PDC staff expects that, in the future, the Kennewick SD will not use, or authorize the use of, school district facilities to promote a ballot proposition in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Vote Yes Parks Longview (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a political committee and report in-kind contributions does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Vote Yes Parks Longview received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely register and disclosure in-kind contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Vote Yes Parks Longview timely file all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On November 2, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Judy Clibborn, a State Representative for the 41st Legislative District, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and noted that there were expenditures made by the campaign either to a vendor or consultant for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff further noted that some of the alleged unreported debts should have been reported on the reports covering the reporting periods immediately before the debts were paid, even though most of the items were reported correctly.
Based on the above, staff determined that Judy Clibborn's failure to file two reports that were one day late each in a timely and accurate manner, including expenditures for debt, and the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, does not warrant further investigation. However, staff sent a reminder letter to Judy Clibborn about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by her campaign in the future, including expenditures for debt, and the importance of properly reporting the purpose of the expenditures, as required by RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVEN MOON
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-046 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10046.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2134/10046.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10046.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STEVEN MOON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-03-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1505 3025 50292 04/06/2019 04/06/2019 06/17/2019 Kaidi Williams Evergreen Yes (Randy Pepple) Evergeen Yes: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising. RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - Initiative
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/50292 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""50292 Evergreen Yes Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3025/50292%20Evergreen%20Yes%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""50292 Evergeeen Yes Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3025/50292%20Evergeeen%20Yes%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/17/2019 12:42:37 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 1506 7509 162582 11/04/2024 11/04/2024 09/15/2025 Washington Democratic Party Washington State Republican Party Washington State Republican Party: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335 for sponsoring political advertising containing a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office (NOV24, EY24) RCW 29B.30.070/42.17A.335 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Republican Bona Fide "This complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures for election years 2020-2022.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by King County Young Democrats (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file two C-3 and two C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, King County Young Democrats received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely disclosure of all contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports for 2021. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that King County Young Democrats timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
King County Young Democrats was also reminded to affirmatively select the Mini-Reporting option on its C-1pc report (in January of each year that it qualifies) so its status does not default to Full Reporting, if it wishes to remain under Mini-Reporting.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting was due in large part to a general lack of understanding of PDC reporting obligations by the Respondent. Although this confusion was the major contributing factor in the late reporting, staff found no evidence that the late reporting was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2020 Browning Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Peter Browning will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for his 2020 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Browning timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On October 8, 2019, IAM Lodge W38 and the International Association of Machinists Lodge W 24 (IAM W24) filed one C-6 report disclosing expenditures totaling $10,535.95 made to the law firm of Reid, McCarthy, Ballew & Leahy, LLP for legal services incurred in opposition to the City of Shelton Propositions 1 and 2 during November and December 2014 and January 2015.
IAM W38 indicated they were not aware of the C-6 reporting requirement regarding “its litigation expenses” until the complaint was received from PDC staff, and noted that by the time IAM W38 became involved in the litigation, the City of Shelton had already voted not to place either Proposition 1 or 2 on the ballot or to adopt the measures, and the city had already been sued by Diane Good with assistance from the Freedom Foundation. The response went on to state:
""IAMW 38 incurred the attorneys' fees and costs and was the represented party in the 2014 litigation related to this complaint. IAM District Lodge 24, the parent organization to IAN'1-W38, paid the attorneys' fees and costs for IAM-W38. This is why both IAM District Lodge 24 and IAM Local Lodge 38 are on the C6 PDC form. IAM District Lodge 24 files a LM-2 report (which would include the litigation expenses related to the 2014 litigation) and IAM Local Lodge 38 files a LM-3 report. Other than not being a direct party to the litigation, the same basic arguments for IAMW 38 (from my' recent submission) would also apply to IAM District Lodge 24.”
On November 12, 2019, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) that was signed by Rick Simpson, President of IAM W38, and Wayne Thompson on behalf of IAM W24. The SOU was accompanied by a $450 payment for the civil penalty that was assessed in this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule).
The $450 civil penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint against IAM W38, and against IAM W24 as the entity paying for the legal services on behalf of IAM W38 for failing to timely file the C-6 report. By completing the SOU, both IAM W38 and IAM W24 are acknowledging three violations of RCW 42.17A.255 for failing to timely file C-6 reports disclosing legal services incurred in opposition to the City of Shelton Propositions 1 and 2.
Based on the resolution of this matter through an SOU, PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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WEA PAC reconciled the data and filed an amended C-3 report on March 21, 2022, listing a total of $66,055.91 in contributions, including 3,070 non-itemized contributions of $25 or less totaling $7,370.92 and added additional internal processes to ensure that what appears on the PDC website is complete and accurate.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The WEA PAC made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the WEA PAC timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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John Scott Blonien completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month, disclosing activity in the previous calendar month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Janell Hulst is a first-time candidate for public office. Staff found that a significant portion of the campaign expenditures were timely disclosed and the expenses specified in the Complaint were all disclosed prior to the August 2, 2022 Primary Election. It appears that the small number of late reported expenditures were due to the limited experience of the Respondent and minor oversights and not done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose a small number of expenditures on C-4 reports submitted prior the Primary Election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Janell Hulst will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2022 Hulst Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Hulst timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JIM HOBBS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/16/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Cody Hart filed on September 30, 2019. The complaint alleged that Pat Beehler (Respondent), a public employee for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR), may have violated RCW 42.17A.635 for indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of authorized channels and RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to report a grass roots lobbying campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of the proper official channels and in the proper performance of official duties does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Pat Beehler will receive a formal written warning concerning indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of the proper official channels and in the proper performance of official duties. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Pat Beehler will not authorize the expenditure of public funds, whether direct or indirect, to lobby the legislature outside of the proper official channels and in proper performance of his official duties as a public employee. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, soliciting public employees to lobby the legislature outside of the proper official channels and in the proper performance of their official duties does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding James Wengler about the importance of avoiding the expenditure of public funds, whether directly or indirectly, to lobby the legislature outside of the proper official channels and the proper performance of official duties. PDC staff expects that James Wengler will avoid using publicly funded email and telephone services to solicit personal support or opposition for legislation in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff is in receipt of the Statement of Understanding (SOU) signed by Darren Goble on February 20, 2023, along with a $300 civil total penalty ($150 for exceeding mini reporting limits and $150 for late filed C-3 and C-4 reports) for violating WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The SOU was completed in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Hearing Schedule) to resolve the PDC staff generated complaint.
Since Mr. Goble has signed an SOU acknowledging violations of WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and paid a $300 civil penalty, PDC Case number 114636 is resolved.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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DANIEL SEXTON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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At the September 22, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation & assessed a total civil penalty of $1,000, of which $500 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182. The $500 non- suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is November 14, 2022.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BAINBRIDGE MEDIA GROUP INC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-056 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10056.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2144/10056.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10056.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 1527 3312 59150 10/24/2019 10/23/2019 12/18/2019 Glen Morgan Keep Washington Rolling Keep Washington Rolling: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose top contributors in sponsor identification, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose expenditure details (EY 19; Oct 19) WAC 390-16-205, WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Initiative
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 24, 2019 and the four supplemental complaints received shortly after. The complaints alleged that Keep Washington Rolling, a political committee opposing a statewide ballot measure in the November 5, 2019 general election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose top five donors on political advertisement sponsored by the Committee; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to timely and accurately describe expenditures on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) for election year 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Philip Lloyd, Treasurer for Keep Washington Rolling; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the omission of sponsor identification, including the top five contributors, on at least five separate pieces of political advertisement sponsored by Keep Washington Rolling, was unintentional and not purposely omitted to mislead the public. The identity of the top five contributors was available to the public on the committee’s Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) submitted prior to the advertisements being presented to the public. In addition, the committee has included appropriate expenditure details on C-4 reports.
Although Keep Washington Rolling has no previous violations of RCW 42.17A, the committee has been in existence for several campaign cycles, currently employs a professional treasurer and is aware of the sponsor identification requirements for political advertisement it sponsors.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the top five contributors on these advertisements does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Keep Washington Rolling received a formal written warning concerning failure to include complete sponsor identification, specifically the top five contributors required by statute, on political advertisement it sponsored. The formal written warning will included staff’s expectation that the committee includes complete sponsor identification on all political advertisement it sponsors in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to 1) timely report contributions and expenditures; and 2) accurately report an in-kind loan and expenditure descriptions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely and accurately reporting contributions, expenditures and in-kind loans and providing detailed expenditure descriptions on all future PDC reports.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Respondent timely amended the campaign’s reports, making the necessary technical corrections.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The complaints alleged Citizens Concerned About Responsible Education (CCARE), a ballot-measure committee, violated RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 by failing to include full sponsor identification and top five contributors on mailers. In review of the Committee’s reports, PDC staff added alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely disclose expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
On June 17, 2022 the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely disclose expenditures on C-4 reports made during the 2022 Election.
CCARE paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the reporting issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), CCARE was issued a formal written warning concerning violations of RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 by failing to include full sponsor identification and top contributors on mailers. Staff expects CCARE will, in the future, include sponsor identification and contributors on political advertising as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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H WILLIAM HANSON
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/08/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing 2022 financial activity that was due no later than April 17, 2023.
At a July 27, 2023 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $3,000, of which $1,000 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182 if the conditions of the attached Order are met.
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Kris Greene stated in his response that he did not print or produce the ""Vote No"" yard signs. He stated he did make maybe 30 “Vote No” yard signs available for pick up at his office in Clark County, and that most of the signs had been picked up by Mr. Richards. He stated the Southwest Washington Federated Republican Women’s Club (SWFRWC) made the yard signs available to him. He stated that he picked up the “Vote No” signs at the home of Carolyn Crain, first Vice-President of the SWFRWC.
Mr. Greene stated that the SWFRWC printed the “Vote No” fliers and made them available to him. He stated that he could not “recall the exact number” he made available or distributed and he noted he threw away the remaining fliers the day after the election. He estimated that he had about 50 fliers sitting on a table in the front lobby of his office “for folks to stop in and take them. Mr. Richards picked up some also and I have no idea how many he took with him.”
Mr. Greene stated that he spoke with Mr. Richards once or maybe twice, and met with him once at his office, concerning the Clark County Charter Amendments between October 1 through November 3, 2021. He stated that his discussions with Mr. Richards were informational in nature and that they discussed their dissatisfaction “with no rebuttal statements in the voters’ pamphlet.” He stated that both he and Mr. Richards felt “that we needed to get the word out to people we know who would be disturbed by the fact that there were no rebuttals, substantially harming the average voter to make an informed decision.”
Mr. Greene stated that he did not solicit or accept any contributions to oppose the Clark Charter Amendments, and that he did not make any expenditure of his personal funds for any political advertisements.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance the activities undertaken by Kris Greene in opposition to several of the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments, that included Mr. Greene making available “Vote No” yard signs and fliers at his place of business, are considered volunteer activities that did not require him to register and report as a ballot measure committee. Mr. Greene did not solicit or accept contributions in order to engage in his activities, one of the prongs for determining a political committee, and he did not spend any personal funds to oppose the ballot measures. Thus, he was not required to file an Independent Expenditures report (C-6 report).
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations against Cemal Richards in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a July 27, 2023 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $2,000, of which $1,000 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182 if the conditions of the attached Order are met.
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The complaints alleged Citizens Concerned About Responsible Education (CCARE), a ballot-measure committee, violated RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 by failing to include full sponsor identification and top five contributors on mailers. In review of the Committee’s reports, PDC staff added alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely disclose expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
On June 17, 2022 the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely disclose expenditures on C-4 reports made during the 2022 Election.
CCARE paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the reporting issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), CCARE was issued a formal written warning concerning violations of RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 by failing to include full sponsor identification and top contributors on mailers. Staff expects CCARE will, in the future, include sponsor identification and contributors on political advertising as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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Resolved through a Statement of Understanding.
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At a September 22, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $2,000, of which $1,000 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the missing F-1 report is filed and the other conditions of the Order are timely met.
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Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately disclose and fully describe the purpose of campaign expenditures
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The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. The treasurer for the PAC amended several C-4 reports to include more detailed descriptions of expenditures, as contemplated by WAC 390-16-037, as follows:
C-4 Report 8/1/18 – 8/31/18 Amended 10/12/23
C-4 Report 9/1/18 – 10/15/18 Amended 10/12/23
C-4 Report 12/1/18 – 12/31/18 – Amended 10/18/23
Late Reporting of C-4 Reports
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal warning concerning the committee’s failure to include the detailed expenditure descriptions contemplated by WAC 390-16-037. Staff expects Citizens for Schools Walla Walla to disclose the detailed expenditure descriptions contemplated by WAC 390-16-037 in future reports and to file C-4 reports timely and accurately. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Mary V. Thornton completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 11, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
Based on the specific facts in this matter, the contributing federal candidate campaigns have no filing obligation with the PDC as either in-state political committees or as out-of-state political committees required to file C-5 reports.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the making of contributions by federal candidates to a local candidate campaign, and the latter’s acceptance of said contribution, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to CARMEN KNOPES on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, with $100 of the penalty suspended, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $50 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. Commit no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC, for a period of 4 years from the date of this Order, or the $100 penalty will become payable.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $50 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Janette Martinell completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 11, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
HOLLOWAY DAVID B completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 17, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Gigi Gouldner completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 18, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
At the February 17, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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On May 15, 2023, the Committee filed a Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a bona fide political party county committee for 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Shelley White as Ministerial Treasurer.
In the September 9, 2023, response from Ms. Carlsen she stated that contrary to comments made by Mr. Morgan in his complaint, the Committee “is not a prolific law-breaking crew, but rather the Treasurers of the organization are unpaid volunteers, who want to follow the rules and disclose the information both timely and accurately.” However, she noted that during 2018 and 2019, the Committee had “four different Treasurers for the organization which added to the confusion in filings” and some of those individuals did “not have the background or understanding of the report to do the job successfully.”
Ms. Carlsen stated that “Mr. Morgan’s complaint contains 52 pages, much of which is a restatement of Case #46474, #44695 and #18611 and subsequent lawsuit and settlement which were previously addressed and paid” by the Committee. She stated that it appears his inclusion of this information is being “used to mainly to justify the current complaint.” The complaint included copies of “three specific C4’s and a two-page Excel spreadsheet reflecting what he considers to be significant lawbreaking.”
Ms. Carlsen stated that the Committee’s response, along with an attached spreadsheet are offered as an explanation to those allegations. She stated that two of the C-4 reports included as part of the complaint concerned the reporting of two in-kind contributions received by the Committee in August of 2021 for food and picnic donations contributed by two volunteers. She stated that the two in-kind contributions, which were for $150 and $75 were “required to be reported if the donor has in aggregate spent more than $200.” (Staff would note that the threshold for listing name and address for contributors is $100 for monetary and in-kind contributions, and the volunteer services threshold for reporting the value of those goods or services was raised to $200).
Ms. Carlsen stated that in both of allegations listed in the complaint for in-kind contributions in these reports, the items donated “were reported because it was felt that by doing so the committee was not hiding any transactions.” She noted that the in-kind contributions disclosed on the 2021 Post Primary General Election C-4 report “were for refreshments or supplies for social events and well under $200 limit” and were for party building activities and not to support any candidates or ballot propositions. She stated that “because the items did not meet the $200 limit, it was assumed no detail was necessary.”
The third in-kind contribution allegation concerned the 2020 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report that was timely filed by the Committee on October 26, 2020, and disclosed a $360 in-kind contribution for “Yard signs” received from the Washington State Democrats. Ms. Carlsen stated that while the contribution was timely filed, the report failed “to include the number of signs received as required by law. The number of signs was 360.”
Finally, the three remaining in-kind contribution allegations concerned the 2022 November C-4 report that was timely filed by the Committee on December 4, 2022, and disclosed three in-kind contributions from three different individuals totaling $116.60. The $116.60 total for the three in-kind contributions all for a 2020 auction event and included $46.60 for “Paper products”; $40 for “Food”; and $30 for “Drinks.”
Ms. Carlsen attached an Excel spreadsheet along with the Committee’s response, that was copied from the original complaint spreadsheet submitted by Mr. Morgan, and she added a column so she could provide comments or a reply for all the “alleged late filed reports.” She stated that the spreadsheet was divided into two sections and is summarized by PDC staff below.
Staff would note that the summary below excludes 15 amended C-3 and C-4 reports that were included in your initial spreadsheet, and as noted in earlier correspondence from PDC Deputy Director Kim Bradford to you, merely identifying an amended C-3 or C-4 report in a spreadsheet as being filed late without describing the underlying changes on the amended report, or identifying what information was omitted from the initial report, would not be considered a violation.
1. One section involved the Pierce County Democratic Party, which was a dormant Committee account that had been closed out prior to 2018, but the previous Treasurers had not filed the “Final reports” disposing of the remaining funds. Ms. Carlsen stated the five C-4 reports for the dormant account were filed late, and did not get filed until February 9, 2020, covering the period July 31-December 31, 2018. But she noted only three of the five C-4 reports reported any activities, none of which had any nexus to the 2018 election cycle, and the three reports disclosed $188.47 in combined contribution and expenditure activities.
2. One section involved the Pierce County Democratic Central Committee, which was the bona fide political party committee that filed reports from 2018 to present.
The sheet includes a response for all the “alleged late filed” C-3 and C-4 reports by year and included:
(a) CY 2023: One C-4 report was filed 21 days late and listed $64.78 in activity items. The report was filed late since the Treasurer submitted a July 2023 monthly C-4 report but the Committee had endorsed a candidate which required the filing of the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report.
(b) CY 2022: Six C-3 reports were filed between one to nine days late disclosing a combined $85.14 in total contributions received.
(c) CY 2021: One C-4 report, the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report was filed one day late disclosing $723.31 in Committee contribution and expenditure activities.
(d) CY 2020: Once C-3 report was filed 20 days late on March 1, 2020, disclosing $29 in contributions received and was found during a review of the bank statements.
(e) CY 2019: Five C-3 reports were filed three to 34 days late, disclosing a combined $280.08 in total contributions received; one C-3 report was filed 356 days late but was blank; and one C-4 report was filed two days late but disclosed no contribution or expenditure activity.
(f) CY 2018: One C-3 report was filed 99 days stating in the comment’s column: “Low-cost fund raiser deposit ($863.00) missed. Found in review of bank account after Treasurer resigned.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the Pierce County Democratic Central Committee concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of calendar year 2023, and for all future calendar years. The warning includes providing the required details for expenditures and in-kind contributions, such as the number of signs produced or flyers printers. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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MELANIE STEWART & ASSOCIATES, INC
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS ALBRO
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/23/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints each filed on October 19, 2023. The complaints alleged that Change the Council, an entity formed to endorse three Kirkland City Council candidates in the 2023 election may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to register as a political committee; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); or (3) RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report an independent expenditure (IE); and (4) RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include sponsor identification on political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing sponsor identification on the Respondent’s website was a result of the limited experience and general lack of knowledge regarding sponsor identification requirements and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor’s name from the public. Staff found that the Respondent did not meet the definition of a political committee since Change the Council was entirely funded by Sue Contreras using her personal funds and that the expenditure made to support three Kirkland City Council candidates did not reach the dollar amount thresholds to trigger Independent Expenditure reporting.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on written political advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include the required sponsor identification on written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Change the Council reviews all political advertisement to ensure it includes sponsor identification prior to being made available to the public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Jamie Smith was a first-time candidate in 2018 and lost in the 2018, 2020 and 2022 elections. It appears that the late reporting, the lack of detailed expenditure descriptions, and error made in the carry forward balance, were due to oversight and a general lack of knowledge about campaign finance reporting. No evidence was found that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public. Staff noted that the Respondent submitted corrected reports for 2018 and that most of the activity is now outside of the statute of limitations for enforcement action.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-3 and C-4 reports, failure to disclose the required expenditure detail, and failure to timely report an accurate carry forward balance, do not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jamie Smith will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures made by the 2018, 2020 and 2022 Smith Campaigns, and failure to include detailed descriptions for expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Smith timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RONALD MOREHOUSE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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WIlliam Hirt was a candidate for Governor of Washington State in 2016.
PDC staff conducted Brief Enforcement hearings for 2016 candidates that failed to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and/or a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), which was due within two weeks of declaring his candidacy or not later than June 3, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 Brief Hearing, Mr. Hirt was found in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to file a C-1 report, and RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file an F-1 report.
Mr. Hirt was assessed a $500 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, $250 for the violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to file a C-1 report, and $250 for the violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file a F-1 report, payable within 10 days of the date of the order. He requested a review/reconsideration of the $500 penalty that was assessed against him, but the Commission upheld the initial Order.
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Allegation One: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
Allegation Two: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
At the February 17, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 and assessed a $400 penalty, of which $200 is suspended if the conditions of the Initial Order are met.
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The case was resolved via the submission of the missing L-2 reports, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty payment.
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On June 26, 2019, PDC staff Ms. Dinh a letter approving her Campaign to change from the Mini Reporting Option to the Full Reporting Option despite her 2019 Campaign receiving $6,152 in total contributions, which exceeded the contribution limits of the Mini Reporting Option by $1,152.
On November 7, 2019, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Tam Dinh aong with a $150 civil penalty payment, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by exceeding the contribution limitations of the Mini Reporting Option, and resolving this matter.
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ANTHONY MOTLEY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At the July 28, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $500, of which $100 is suspended in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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On October 21, 2022, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the City of Ocean Shores library officials, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities/resources of the City of Ocean Shores library to promote a ballot proposition in the 2022 election year.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The City of Ocean Shores passed Ordinance 1083 on May 24, 2022, which added a $12 million municipal bond for the construction of a new police station to the November 2022 general election ballot.
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits public officials and agencies from using or authorizing the use of facilities, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of promoting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions/measures. This prohibition does not apply to activities that are part of the normal and regular conduct of the public/local agency, as defined in WAC 390-05-273.
The complaint alleged that the City of Ocean Shores library, used the facilities of the City of Ocean Shores to support a ballot measure/proposition for a $12 million municipal bond to build a new police station in the City of Ocean Shores. Specifically, you alleged that the City of Ocean Shores library allowed the display of a fact sheet inside of the library premises, in a manner that promoted the ballot proposition by “Swaying public vote in favor of the city. Providing misinformation to sway a vote, stating unused bond money will be returned when Prop 1 is written as bond money “may” be returned not “shall”.” You submitted three photo attachments depicting the three different pages of the fact sheet that was displayed at the City of Ocean Shores library during the 2022 election year.
In its response to the complaint, submitted by Susan Logan, City Clerk, the City of Ocean Shores library stated: “The City of Ocean Shores created a fact sheet laying out stated facts with regards to the cost of, location, funding source, and other pertinent information pertaining to Proposition No. 1 and the potential construction of a new Police Station. The Proposition No. 1 fact sheet was made available at the Ocean Shores Public Library and on the City of Ocean Shores City website. Fact sheets are authorized and encouraged to be created by governing bodies facilitating bond or levy measures to be voted on by their respective jurisdictions.” The response further stated: “Public Libraries are allowed to post and distribute fact sheets based on the Ocean Shores Library Policy Approved November 10, 2021, and updated August 5, 2022.”
Staff noted that the fact sheet displayed at the Ocean Shores Library was fair and objective. Staff also noted that the displaying of the fact sheet by the City of Ocean Shores library was in line with the PDC Interpretation No. 91-03 Statement, which states: “It is a normal and regular function of a public library to obtain and provide public access to campaign fact sheets, brochures, voters and candidates pamphlets and similar documents which provide information regarding election campaigns.”
Based on the above review, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation that would warrant further investigation.
Accordingly, PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Mark Lamb, Attorney with The North Creek Law Firm on behalf of Sharon Raye Brown (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and the Order issued by the Commission granting the Respondent’s request for a retroactive reporting modification, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
During the review of Ms. Slovic’s complaint, staff referred to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.710(1)(c), the definition of the term “debt” in WAC 390-24-110, and the response provided by the Respondent. Based on this review. staff did not find that Sen. Brown was required to disclose the debt on her previously submitted F-1 reports.
Although Sen. Brown was required to either include reportable financial interests of her former spouse’s business or timely request a modification to these reporting requirements, the Commission granted her retroactive reporting modification request, therefore relieving her of the obligation of full disclosure under chapter 42.17A RCW.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file F-1 report covering calendar years 2015, 2016 and 2017 or timely submit a request to modify the required filing obligations, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Sen. Brown about the importance of the timely and complete disclosure of all personal financial information and the timely filings of all future PDC F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by Dan Brady, Attorney for Enterprise Washington, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While it appears Resolution No. 2395 did not increase sales taxes or authorize the collection of additional sales taxes, in light of Door’s support for Resolution No. 2395, and support for an ordinance laying the foundation for the collection of tax monies, there is not clear and convincing evidence that the statement made by People for Jobs Enterprise Washington and South Sound Future Enterprise Washington was made with actual malice.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a) does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the response provided by Amy Falcone, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint included an additional allegation regarding a possible ethics violation. Apart from the portion of the ride-along event resulting in a possible violation of RCW 42.17A.555, staff found this allegation to be outside of the PDC’s jurisdiction and did not address this part of the complaint.
Amy Falcone is a first-time candidate for public office in 2019. It appears that Ms. Falcone did not intend to imply that the Kirkland Police Department endorsed or otherwise supported her 2019 Kirkland City Council campaign by including her campaign logo in close proximity to photos bearing the name of the department. In addition, City of Kirkland staff requested that Ms.
Falcone remove the October 18, 2019 Facebook post. The post was removed two days later on October 20, 2019.
Staff found no evidence to prove that Ms. Falcone used the ride-along event to support her campaign. Ms. Falcone responded promptly to the complaint and has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears the omission of sponsor identification, including the top five contributors was unintentional and not purposely omitted to mislead the public. The identity of the top five contributors was available to the public on the committee’s Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports submitted prior to the advertisements being presented to the public. In addition, the committee has included appropriate expenditure details on Receipts and Expenditures Summary (C-4) reports. Although Washington Fairness Coalition has no previous violations of RCW 42.17A, the committee employs a professional treasurer and is aware of the sponsor identification requirements for political advertisement it sponsors.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the top five contributors on these advertisements does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Washington Fairness Coalition will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include complete sponsor identification, specifically the top five contributors required by statute, on political advertisements it sponsored. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the committee includes complete sponsor identification on all political advertisement it sponsors in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FAWN SHARP-MALVINI
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged Lorena Gonzalez, a 2020 candidate for Washington State Attorney General, violated 42.17A.700 and RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to timely and accurately file a financial affairs statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
It was determined Gonzalez is a current member of the Seattle City Council, and PDC staff updated the allegation to “by failing to timely and accurately file a financial affairs statement by April 15, 2020 or within two weeks of becoming a candidate, whichever occurred first.”
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Lorena Gonzalez, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Lorena Gonzalez will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Lorena Gonzalez timely file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirements, including the response submitted by Jeff Winmill.
Staff found that Mr. Winmill failed to file his F-1 report by April 15, 2020, as required by law. However, he did file the F-1 report on August 12, 2020.
Based on these findings, the staff reminded Mr. Winmill about the importance of filing an F-1 report in a timely manner in the future.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Debbie Ross on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Respondent, Outwest Printing, had no prior knowledge of the PDC’s sponsor identification requirements on written political advertisements because they had not done political advertisements before. During the investigation, staff found no evidence the Respondent intentionally omitted the sponsor identification in order to conceal the sponsor from the public. In addition, the Respondent attempted to correct the lack of sponsor ID by posting a statement in the same written publication prior to the date of the general election identifying Outwest Printing as the sponsor of the ads appearing in the prior two weeks.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on written political advertisements does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Outwest Printing will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement they sponsored. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Outwest Printing include sponsor identification on all written political advertisement paid for or sponsored by them in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the video evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that video was not a PSA in accordance with RCW 42.17A.575 and WAC 390-05-525. Based on an interview with the City of Olympia attorney and his response to the allegations, the videos were only providing citizens with information about the budget and encouraging their participation in the annual budget process, which is part of the normal and regular conduct of the the City of Olympia. In addition, the City of Olympia proactively pulled down the ""An invitation from the Mayor"" video featuring Mayor Shelby from its website on August 1, 2019, the same day the complaint was filed.
The City of Olympia attorney also stated the other videos were all related to the budget process and included one video from 2018, and the main budget video produced in 2019 prominently featured two current City of Olympia employees, with the narrator being a former city employee who has since accepted a new position with a different employer.
While the video featured Mayor Shelby during an election year, there was no mention about her being a candidate for re-election to that office in 2019. However, PDC staff reminded the City of Olympia about the prohibitions of using city employees and facilities to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition, and encouraged the city to not feature any elected official in city business related videos or any other communications concerning the budget or other relevant city issues when that official is up for election or re-election.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supported supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on the above, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report expenditures for signs supporting Prop. 1 for South Kitsap Fire & Rescue.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the late submission of two C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Yes for SKFR Proposition 1 Sponsored by South Kitsap Local 2876 received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely disclose in-kind contributions on C-4 reports. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Yes for SKFR Proposition 1 Sponsored by South Kitsap Local 2876 timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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RONALD SPEARS
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/07/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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A complaint was filed against American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO Special Account (AFSCME Special Account). The complaint alleged that AFSCME Special Account, a separate segregated fund registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 527 political organization, may have violated RCW 42.17A.250 by failing to timely and accurately file Out-of-State Political Committee Campaign Finance Reports (C-5 reports) disclosing contributions made to Washington State Candidates and Political Committees during calendar years 2014 to 2018.
An earlier complaint was filed on July 3, 2019 against AFSMCE Special Account (PDC Case 54145) that provided copies of AFSCME’s 8872 forms filed with the IRS as a 527 segregated fund, alleging that the C-5 reports filed by AFSCME Special Account for calendar years 2014 through 2018, failed to disclose all contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the committee on the C-5 reports.
AFSCME Special Account legal counsel stated that on October 4, 2019, the PDC and AFSMCE executed a stipulated agreement in Case No. 54145, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.250 were committed by AFSCME Special Account for failing to timely and accurately file C-5 Reports that included a $5,250 civil penalty being assessed, of which $2,000 was suspended on several conditions, and “AFSCME tendered payment of the other $3,250 on October 7.”
Counsel stated the Freedom Foundation “filed a new complaint, alleging that AFSCME failed to timely file the same C-5 reports disclosing additional transfers made from AFSCME International to AFSMCE Special Account in calendar years 2014 and 2016. While none of the additional transfers included funds spent in Washington State, she noted that all of the new allegations “were either indirectly contemplated by, or were addressed directly in, the final order in Case No. 54145.”
Staff’s review of the facts found that: (1) the late reported contributions received and disclosed on the December 3, 2019 amended C-5 reports were transfers from AFSCME International to AFSCME’s Special (segregated) Account made in calendar years 2014 and 2016; (2) the 2014 late reported transfers were beyond the five-year statute of limitations for PDC action; (3) of the total funds transferred from AFSCME International AFSCME to Special Account for calendar years 2014 through 2018, $790,000 was disclosed as being spent to make contributions to Washington State candidates and political committees, which represented less than one percent of all funds transferred ; and (4) AFSCME took prompt corrective action by filing the amended reports when their noncompliance was brought to their attention by your complaint, and after conducting an internal audit.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that the issues raised in the complaint were previously resolved by the Commission pursuant to Case No. 54145, and this complaint does not raise new issues warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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DAVID NAILS
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 07/22/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/28/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on September 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that Jimmy Matta (Respondent), a current City Council Member for the City of Burien may have violated RCW 42.17A.700, .710 for failure to report accurate and complete information on Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports (F-1 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
F-1 reports, including all affiliations, customers, assets and obligations for themselves, their partner or spouse and any qualifying dependents.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report accurate and complete information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statements does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Jimmy Matta about the importance of the importance of complete and accurate disclosure on Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports and complete and accurate disclosure on all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Jenece Howe filed a Declaration of Candidacy with the Yakima County Elections declaring her candidacy for Hospital Commissioner for Yakima County Public Hospital District 1 in 2023. Ms. Howe was a first-time candidate for public office in 2023.
Yakima County Proposition No. 1 appeared on the August 1, 2023, primary election ballot. If approved, the measure would have created a new public hospital district in the Lower Yakima Valley in 2024.
Proposition No. 1 only required a simple majority to be approved, but the ballot measure contained a second requirement related to turnout, in order to be approved. Proposition No. 1 was required to receive 40% of the total number of votes cast in the boundaries of the newly proposed hospital district during the 2022 general election, or at least 2,802 votes.
While Proposition No. 1 received a majority of the votes cast by a 66.05% to 33.95% margin, the measure only received a total of 2,477 votes, which was short of the 2,802 votes needed for passage and it was not approved. Since Proposition No. 1 was not approved, the candidates who appeared on the primary ballot were no longer candidates and did not appear on the November 7, 2023, general election ballot.
A total of six individuals filed as 2023 candidates for the five possible Hospital Commissioner positions for the proposed hospital district. Four of the Hospital Commissioner candidates for Positions #1, 2, 3 & 5 ran unopposed in the August 1, 2023, primary election. they included Gabriela Guel and Julie Alvarez of Toppenish; Bryawna Fletcher of Zillah; and Ms. Howe of Wapato.
On July 20, 2023, the PDC conducted a Brief Adjudicative Proceedings (BAP) for 2023 candidates who failed to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and/or Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate. Ms. Howe was included in the BAP hearing and was found in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 assessed a $400 penalty, of which $300 was suspended on the condition she file the missing C-1 and F-1 reports and pay a $100 penalty within 30 days of the date of the order.
Ms. Howe’s failure to file any C-4 reports are mitigated by the following factors: (1) she was a first-time candidate for public office in 2023 in a jurisdiction that was not yet formed or created; (2) she was unopposed as a candidate; (3) the ballot measure to create the hospital district was not approved on the August 1, 2023, primary ballot, and Ms. Howe’s name did not appear on the November 7, 2023, general election ballot; and (4) Ms. Howe, prior to the August 1, 2023, primary election being held, was found in violation and assessed a penalty at a BAP hearing for failing to file the C-1 and F-1 reports.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
An incumbent is a person who is in present possession of an elected office, and the term “reelect,” when used in political advertising, means that the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision.
However, the term “reelect” may be used in an advertisement by a nonincumbent candidate who has previously been elected to the office being sought provided that in the same advertisement it is clearly stated that the candidate is not the incumbent.
It is a violation for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se when political advertising or an electioneering communication falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when the candidate is not the incumbent. However, It is not a violation for a candidate to falsely claim incumbency because a person cannot defame himself or herself.
When a complaint alleges that a candidate, in his or her political advertising, has used the term “reelect” in a manner that is not in agreement with the proper use of that term, it is presumed that the complaint is also alleging that the candidate has falsely represented that the candidate is the incumbent for the office sought, in violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b). However, because a person cannot defame himself or herself, a false claim of incumbency by a candidate is not a violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b).
In this instance, Rob Chase was elected to the position of State Representative in Legislative District 4 in 2020 and served for two years. In 2022, he ran for re-election and was defeated. During the 2022 re-election campaign, Rep. Chase used signs that read, “Re-Elect Chase, State Representative, Dist. 4.”
When former Rep. Chase became a candidate in 2024 to return to the office he previously held, he said he contacted the PDC and was told he could use the signs he had previously used that read, “Re-Elect Chase, State Representative, Dist. 4.” Former Rep. Chase said he was not told he needed to use the word “Return” or if he used the word “Re-Elect,” that he needed to clearly state he was not the incumbent. PDC staff suggested replacing the word “Re-Elect” with the word, “Return” for the 2024 election and Mr. Chase confirmed that all signs were modified as suggested by PDC staff.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/149572 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""149572 Combined Case CLosure Letters.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6399/149572%20Combined%20Case%20CLosure%20Letters.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""149572 Rob Chase - Response to Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6399/149572%20Rob%20Chase%20-%20Response%20to%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""149572 Robert Chase Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6399/149572%20Robert%20Chase%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/07/2025 03:48:39 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 1634 1762 5520 05/31/2016 05/31/2016 PDC Staff Ann Parks PDC Group Enforcement - Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and 700. RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission "A complaint was filed against the Kitsap County Democratic Central Committee; a bona fide political party county committee registered with the PDC, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports during calendar years 2018 to the present, provide the required expenditure descriptions such as the number of postcards printed, or yard signs produced, and in-kind contribution information for items and services donated by individuals to the Committee.
After conducting a preliminary review and assessment of the complaint filed against the Kitsap County Democratic Central Committee, PDC staff held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review) on November 14, 2023, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071, and opened a formal investigation into this matter. On May 15, 2023, the Committee filed a Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a bona fide political party county committee for 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Shelley White as Ministerial Treasurer. Johanna Baxter is the current Chair of the Committee.
2019: In the response, Ms. Baxter stated in 2019, the Committee’s newly elected treasurer was having trouble identifying and understanding the PDC reporting requirements for a political party committee. In addition, the former treasurers were assisting the new Treasurer but due to personal and other issues, the treasurer resigned after only eight or nine into the two-year elected term of office. The Treasurer stated as part of the resignation that the Committee conducted an audit which “identified some errors in the PDC reports that were filed.” Ms. Baxter stated that the 2019 “appointed” Committee treasurer, with assistance from the audit committee, filed amended C-4 reports, but due to the Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) software “the amendments made to the January reports required the Committee to file amendments to all subsequently submitted reports.” She stated that “all necessary amendments were completed and submitted before KCDCC moved into 2020.”
2020: Ms. Baxter stated that the year began with the Committee making plans for a fund-raising dinner/auction to be held in March, and for their annual picnic at Jarstad Park. She stated that both monetary and in-kind contributions were accepted for the dinner/auction and included the auction items that were mostly donated from individuals, members, or precinct committee officers (PCO’s), which were timely disclosed to the PDC. Due to Covid and related restrictions, the Committee cancelled the annual picnic and the Committee requested refunds from the venue for the annual picnic. Ms. Baxter stated that due to the Committee refunds, “both to contributors and from the venue operator”, the Committee filed a number of amended C-3 and C-4 reports, and that several of the C-3 and C-4 reports were amended more than one time. She added that all contribution and expenditure information was updated as the information became known to the Committee treasurer.
2022: Ms. Baxter stated the alleged late C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Committee were the results of “a typographical error” and that the amended C-3 and C-4 reports were submitted to correct that error. The error was identified by the Committee treasurer, but there was some time lag between the time the error was found and the filing of the corrected reports that caused the late submittals of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports. In addition, she added the Committee treasurer was tending to a family matter that took her out of town for a while, and she completed and filed the amended reports upon her returning home.
Concerning the late filed reports listed separately from the spreadsheet attachment, PDC staff found the following:
PDC Report # 110123861: On October 25, 2022, the Committee made a $5,433.79 expenditure to Capitol City Press to print a “ballot guide mailer”, listing the candidates endorsed by the Committee for the 2022 general election. On March 6, 2024, the Committee filed an amended C-4 report disclosing the printing and mailing of “30,879 ballot guide mailers” during the 2022 election cycle.
PDC Report #110157341: On June 11, 2023, the Committee made a $500 expenditure to Eventeny (www.eventeny.com) for “Staff food and beverages, etc.: Pride fee.” On February 29, 2024, the Committee filed an amended C-4 report disclosing that the expenditure was made as a “Sponsors for the Kitsap Pride Festival.”
PDC Report #101011585: On October 20, 2020, the Committee made a $8,723.96 expenditure to Capitol City Press for “Printing and mailing ballot/voters’ guide.” The ballot/voter guide listed the candidates endorsed by the Committee for the 2020 general election. On March 6, 2024, the Committee filed an amended C-4 report disclosing the printing and mailing of “70,000 ballot guide mailers” for the 2020 election cycle.
PDC Report # 100995122: On August 25, 2020, the Committee made a $992.29 expenditure to TLS Printing to print “Biden-Harris Campaign Signs” for the 2020 election. On March 6, 2024, the Committee filed an amended C-4 report disclosing the printing of “205-yard signs and 205-wood stakes for Biden-Harris campaign signs.”
Concerning the other alleged violations as listed by example, the Committee either stated or staff found the following:
Examples #1 and #43: Ms. Baxter stated she was the contributor for these two in-kind contributions as Committee Chair, and that the C-4 reports disclosed: (1) $31.67 for an in-kind contribution she made on June 27, 2022, for “a Kitsap Democrats holographic sticker” totaling $31.67; and (2) $78.47 for an in-kind contribution that was made on December 2, 2019, for “Postcards for membership requests.” The in-kind contribution was for Committee “postcards membership requests” which is an internal political communication and not political advertising, so the number of member postcards printed was not required.
Examples #2, #6, & #44: Ms. Baxter stated that Melissa Lund is a caterer and is the vendor for the donated items described in the C-4 reports, which disclosed the following: (1) a $170 in-kind contribution for “Food, water, cutlery, etc. for annual picnic” for the Committee made on July 10, 2022; and (2) a $775 in-kind contribution for “Food and beverages for Holiday Party” was made on December 18, 2019. No amended information was required for these two in-kind contributions from an individual.
Examples #3 & #5: These two allegations were for two Committee officers who made in-kind contributions to the Committee as follows: (1) Lillian Crawford contributed “Mailing envelopes and Avery labels” totaling $38.17 on July 29, 2022; and (2) Ginger Summerhauser donated “Velcro fasteners for use at fair booth” totaling $14.83 on August 23, 2022. No amended information was required for these two small in-kind contributions from two individual Committee Officers.
Example #4: Johanna Baxter is the Chair of the Committee and stated she designed the “Political buttons” that she donated on August 19, 2022, with a value of $82. No amended information was required for this small in-kind contribution from the Committee Chair.
Examples #7 - #42: Ms. Baxter stated the 2020 auction items donated were all disclosed as in-kind contributors, that most of the items donated were from individuals who were members of the party committee, and that most of the items donated were from member’s homes, items hung on their walls, or that have decorated their tables. She added other individuals donated either dinners that they had prepared, that they served at their home, or that were delivered to the winning bidder’s home. Finally, other individuals donated tickets from their “season” tickets for the ballet, the theatre, baseball, football, or other sporting events, etc... while other people are taking the winning bidder out to lunch at an agreed upon venue. She stated that the Committee properly identified those in-kind contributors which were timely disclosed on the March 2020 C-4 report.
PDC staff requested additional information from Ms. Baxter concerning the auction, and she stated that the March 2020 Committee Dinner and Auction event included a per person admission fee of $70 that included dinner and water. The Committee sold tickets for this event, and Ms. Baxter stated that in 2020 they were informed by PDC staff that the auction event could be reported one of two ways, either on the Schedule AU to C-3 report, or as in-kind contributions on the C-4 report and as monetary contributions on the C-3 reports. PDC staff queried and found a PDC email (Ticket #65526) from the Committee dated February 24, 2020).
The Committee disclosed the auction event by reporting in-kind contributions at the “fair market value” for each donated item on the C-4 report, and the Committee disclosed the purchasers of the auction items on a C-3 report as having made monetary contributions at the full amount paid for all auction items purchased by an individual, which includes any admission price paid by that individual.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more detailed investigation into the complaint allegations or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the Kitsap County Democratic Central Committee (Committee) concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future. The warning includes providing the required expenditure descriptions such as the number of postcards printed, or yard signs produced and in-kind contribution information for items and services donated to the Committee on future C-4 reports filed with the PDC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
I don’t know who is officially responsible for updating the City of Poulsbo website, but what I can tell you is that until a couple months ago there was no “biography” for me at all. Lin Wilson, the City’s new Special Events Coordinator, contacted me to say she’d like to get the website updated with Council bios, and could I please submit something. I neglected to submit a bio to her, and then she subsequently discovered that I have maintained a website since I was first elected in 2019. She told me not to worry about writing a bio for myself, that she’d just take info from my website to update the City Council bio page for me. At that point, unbeknownst to me, she also included the links to my workplace and my campaign website. She’s not familiar with the rules around this, and frankly I was unaware as well. I called Lin right after I got this email and asked her to update the website, which she did immediately.
“I am relatively new to the City however, and was not aware of the City’s protocol. In this instance, I had been reviewing the City Councilmember’s biographies on the City’s website and noticed that some of them were either outdated or did not include any information. I reached out to these Councilmembers and asked them to provide information that I could use to update their biographies. One of those Councilmembers was CM Livdahl. She told me that her campaign website included a biography I could use. I took that information and used it to update her bio on the City’s website.
“I come from a background in marketing with private sector clients. When publishing content in the private sector marketing world, the industry standard practice is to include a citation to where the information that is being published was obtained. In this case, because I took the biography from CM Livdahl’s campaign website, I included a link back to that website where I obtained the information.
“These links were live for approximately 3 months (from March 2023 to May 2023). When I was notified that the City website bios should not include links to campaign information, I promptly removed the embedded links.”
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, Brittany Livdahl and Lin Wilson’s use of facilities of a public office or agency for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office does not appear to be a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Brittany Livdahl and Lin Wilson will receive a formal written warning concerning their use of facilities of a public office or agency for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office. Staff expects Ms. Livdahl and Ms. Wilson to follow the law as written in RCW 42.17A.555 and as provided in PDC Interpretation No. 04-02. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late submittal of the F-1 report for calendar year 2022 was unintentional and not meant to conceal personal financial information from the public.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on July 3, 2023, from Kimberley Wyman acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report covering calendar year 2021. Secretary Wyman paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the allegation listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Director of Communications & Operations, Rick Parrish, on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Longview School District has shown a recent history of posting information regarding the dates of upcoming elections including notices or signage with election dates and voting reminders. It appears that the current banners regarding the April 26, 2022 were intended to be used for the same purpose and not done in an effort to persuade voters in favor of any future ballot proposition.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation and the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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While staff’s review found that Semi Bird failed to timely file statutory C-3 and C-4 reports, the failure to file the required contribution and expenditure reports was not a violation that warranted further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Semi Bird for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. In the Warning letter, Mr. Semi Bird was informed the Commission would consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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At the September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting, the Commission Vacated the Initial Order entered on August 16, 2021.
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DEBORAH PEARSON
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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PDC staff reviewed the F-1 forms filed by the respondent between April 2012 and May 2017 and determined that he did not disclose his residence and brokerage accounts. However, he has since amended his F-1 reports to reflect the disclosure of both his residence and brokerage accounts.
Based on these findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose certain financial information and intangible personal property on the F-1 report by the respondent is a violation that warrants no further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the respondent received a formal written warning concerning his failure to disclose his residence on the F-1 report covering calendar year 2014, and for failing to report a broker-managed stock account on the F-1 report covering calendar years 2014 and 2015. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC found no further action and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 11, 2020, the 2020 Matt Shea for State Representative Campaign (Campaign) filed the April 2020 C-4 report disclosing contribution and expenditure information undertaken during the month, that included a $65.32 expenditure made to Matt Shea on April 11, 2020 and listing the description as a reimbursement for “home goods security curtain
PDC staff's review found that Representative Shea made a decision to not seek re-election, and is no longer a candidate for State Representative in 2020. In addition, the $65.32 expenditure made to Matt Shea reimbursing him for the purchase of a “security curtain” was a very small expenditure of campaign funds, both in the amount of the expenditure and concerning the percentage of the $65.32 reimbursement to the overall campaign expenditures made.
Based on these facts, staff found that the expenditure identified in your complaint would not constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to the Matt Shea Campaign concerning the prohibition of making expenditures using campaign funds that may also have a personal use component, would likely constitute a violation. Representative Shea will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the reports listed above does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Al French received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately report all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Al French timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
We did indeed miss filing the May 2023 C4 by the deadline. This was done inadvertently because a May 2023 C4 was accidentally filed for a previous 2021 campaign committee also called Village for Davida in place of one for the current 2023 campaign. When this was discovered, we filed the correct May 2023 C4 immediately. We regret this small oversight and will pay careful attention it does not happen again.
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-4 #110154145 does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation. Staff further find there is no evidence to support the other allegations made by Mr. Parker.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Davida Haygood will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to promptly disclose all contribution and expenditure activities. PDC staff expects in the future that Ms. Haygood will follow disclosure requirements and reporting deadlines per PDC laws and rules. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRIS LOVING
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The PDC received a complaint alleging that Fa’izah Bradford (the “Respondent”) may have violated WAC 390-18-040 by using the term “reelect” in political advertising. PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent, who was appointed to the office of School Director for Highline School District 401, position 5 through December of 2019, and is a 2019 candidate for the same position, sponsored the following political advertising sometime prior to August 3, 2019: 1) campaign signs saying “Re-Elect Fa’izah Bradford;” and 2) robocalls stating the Respondent is “running for reelection.”
Pursuant to WAC 390-18-040, the term “reelect” is used to represent that the candidate was elected to, and presently holds, the same office being sought. The term “retain” is used to indicate the candidate is an incumbent but does not represent that the office was obtained by election. The term “return” is used to indicate the candidate now holds, or previously held, the office being sought but does not represent that it was attained by election.
RCW 42.17A.335(1(b) prohibits a person from sponsoring political advertising that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office when in fact the candidate is not an incumbent. However, subsection (3) of .335 states that it is not a violation for a candidate or their agent to make such a statement about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame themselves.
In response to the allegation, the Respondent indicated her belief that it was acceptable to use the term “reelect” in political advertising because she currently holds the position as an appointee. The Respondent voluntarily agreed to correct her campaign signs no later than September 15, 2019 and use the terms “elect.” “return” or “retain” on any future robocalls.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s use of the term “reelect” to describe herself does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted. and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Phyllis Joy Gilfilen; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint included an additional allegation regarding a possible misuse of the Schedule A to the C-4 report’s un-itemized expenditures of $50 or less in the aggregate. No evidence was found that the JoyForSheriff campaign incorrectly disclosed expenditures reported in this section of the C-4 reports filed for the 2019 campaign.
Phyllis Joy Gilfilen was an unsuccessful candidate in 2015 and had a separate individual acting as her treasurer and filing campaign reports. During the 2019 Whatcom County Sheriff campaign, she served as her own treasurer and did not list any other officers or committee members. It appears that her failure to disclose adequate descriptions for campaign expenditures on C-4 reports and her failure to disclose a reportable debt on her candidate F-1, was due to inexperience and general misunderstanding. Ms. Gilfilen responded promptly to the complaint and has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file two C-4 reports and failure to include a reportable debt on the candidate F-1 report, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Ms. Gilfilen about the importance of the timely disclosure of all expenditure activities, specifically including any required detail and vendor breakdown as prescribed in WAC, and the timely and accurate disclosure of all reportable financial information on F-1 reports in any future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Mr. DeHart is a first-time candidate in the 2022 election. Staff found no evidence that the 2022 DeHart Campaign purposely omitted or misrepresented campaign contribution and expenditure activity in order to conceal this information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file two C-4 reports disclosing campaign activities, specifically including an in-kind contribution from the candidate for the campaign web domain and an expenditure for campaign attire, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, James DeHart will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. DeHart timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Jennifer Hansen, Compliance Officer. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the C-1 and F-1 reports within two weeks of declaring candidacy, or no later than June 3, 2019.
3. The Respondent violated the conditions of the Order entered on August 21, 2015 in PDC Case No. 16-210 by failing to file the C-1 and F-1 reports due to be filed within two weeks of declaring candidacy, or no later than June 3, 2019.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that: the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $300, in accordance with the C-1 and F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143; the $100 suspended penalty for a violation found in PDC Case No. 16-210 is reinstated; and the full penalty amount of $400 is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $400 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff will refer the matter for collections.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Stephen Pidgeon on behalf of Mr. Eyman (the “Respondent”), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that during July and August 2020, the recall effort Mr. Eyman engaged in was conducted simultaneously with his 2020 campaign for governor, and consequently any associated (possibly de minimis) expenditures were likely part of the costs connected to advertisement expenses in general. (That campaign is not the subject of this matter but is under separate review by the PDC.)
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and report the limited campaign activities undertaken by the Respondent’s efforts to recall Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff remindedMr. Eyman about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including those specifically related to a recall effort in all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Holly Graham on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the receipt of the anonymous funds in excess of the $300 limit was unintentional and not done to purposely conceal the source of contributions from the public. In addition, the Committee’s action to escheat the excess funds is a mitigating factor in this case.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the receipt of $130 of anonymous funds in excess of the $300 permissible limit does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Support Ferndale Schools PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the receipt of anonymous funds in excess of the $300 limit per RCW 42.17A.220(4). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Committee comply with anonymous contribution limits in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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KENNETH STANGER
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-131 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10131.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2220/10131.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10131.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KENNETH STANGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 10:02:24 AM 1676 6218 142044 08/31/2023 08/30/2023 11/21/2023 Glen Morgan Mead Citizens Advisory Committee PAC Mead Citizens Advisory Committee: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately disclose contributions and fully describe the purpose of campaign expenditures (EY’18-EY’21; SEP ‘23) WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Local Issue https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/142044 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""142044 Mead Citizens Advisory Committee Disposition Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6218/142044%20Mead%20Citizens%20Advisory%20Committee%20Disposition%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""142044 Mead Citizens Advisory Committee PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6218/142044%20Mead%20Citizens%20Advisory%20Committee%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142044 Mead Citizens Advisory Committee PAC Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6218/142044%20Mead%20Citizens%20Advisory%20Committee%20PAC%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/01/2026 12:54:49 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1677 6089 141073 08/04/2023 08/04/2023 12/14/2023 Glen Morgan Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.220 and .235 for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions EY'2020 and failure to timely disclose expenditures & contributions EY 2018 through 2023 (AUG'23) RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
While our review found that the Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee accepted and deposited over the limit anonymous contribution(s) in violation of RCW 42.17A.220, the Committee took responsibility and promptly escheated the over limit anonymous contribution to the State of Washington. As well, at the time of your complaint and based on the evidence provided, the Committee was in substantial compliance for timely reporting of C-3 and C-4 reports specific to years 2019 – 2023.
However, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal warning letter concerning its failure to adhere to the statutory contribution limits outlined in RCW 42.17A.220 and failure to timely disclose expenditures & contributions in both the non-exempt and exempt accounts for election years 2019 through 2023 per RCW 42.17A.235. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Committee will follow statutory contribution limits and timely disclose expenditures and contributions moving forward. Additionally, the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent registered as a candidate with the PDC by filing a C-1 report on March 21, 2019. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Full Reporting Option. As a result, the Respondent is required to file periodic C-3 & C-4 reports, based on the election cycle, disclosing the campaign’s contribution and expenditure activities. Pursuant to WAC 390-16-037, expenditures disclosed on the C-4 report should be described “in detail,” including how the recipient of the expenditure (e.g. vendor) will use the goods and/or services purchased, and numerical descriptions (e.g. the number of items printed).
The Respondent did not timely report his candidate filing fee on a May C-4 report or sufficient describe an expenditure made to AMS Print & Mail Specialist on the campaign's 7-day pre-primary C-4 report. Upon being notified of the missing information, the Respondent took corrective action and made a good-faith effort to comply by amending the necessary reports. The Respondent indicated that noncompliance was the result of a misunderstanding.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely & accurately report his candidate filing fee and sufficiently describe an expenditure does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely disclosing all expenditures, including the candidate filing fee and any in-kind loans or contributions from the candidate to his campaign.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on his reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of the error, the Respondent timely amended his reports, making the necessary technical corrections. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
This is a campaign formed of the candidate and her husband as Treasurer, and neither has prior campaign management experience. The campaign said in their response to the complaint that the missed reporting of out-of-pocket expenses was an oversight “due to the campaign personnel not realizing that out of pocket expenses needed to be reported. This will be noted moving forward.” The campaign also had a misunderstanding of the timeline for when reports were due and with help from our filer assistance staff, they worked effectively to get their reporting up to date and correct.
Based on our case review, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely show expenditures and contributions; and failure to show sponsor ID on a campaign website does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Melissa McMahon Do will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately show expenditures and contributions; and failure to disclose sponsor ID on a campaign website. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. McMahon Do maintain their campaign website per PDC requirements and timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures throughout the rest of the 2023 campaign as well as in future years. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.320 requires political advertising to include the sponsor’s name and address.
During the 2019 election, the Respondent and fellow candidate Peter Miller co-sponsored advertising that appeared on a billboard in Maple Valley, Washington. The billboard did not include the names & addresses of the billboard’s sponsors.
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who said she was unaware of the sponsor identification requirements for political advertising. Upon being notified of the complaint on October 16, 2019, the Respondent immediately took steps to resolve non-compliance by contacting the billboard company the same day and instructing them to reprint the advertising. The revised billboard, including sponsor identification, was posted on October 25, 2019.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to identify the sponsors of political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of identifying the sponsor’s name and address on political advertising, including billboards. The PDC finds that no further actions is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Conner Edwards on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Respondent understands the requirement for sponsor identification on written political advertisements they sponsor or produce. Although the Eason Campaign shared the video referenced in the complaint and the video lacked the required sponsor ID, staff found no evidence that the Respondent did so to conceal the actual sponsor or otherwise mislead the public.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on a political advertisement shared by the Respondent but produced by a separate person does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Vivian Eason about the importance of ensuring that all political advertisement shared by the Eason Campaign includes the required sponsor identification prior to further disseminating it in the future, as required in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a $150 penalty, which is suspended if the conditions of the Order are met.
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BRENDEN PIERCE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/08/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged Matthew Carlson, a 2022 candidate for Adams County Sheriff, violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to list party preference for a partisan office on campaign yard signs and social media. In review of Carlson’s PDC filings, PDC staff added an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to list party preference for a partisan office on campaign yard signs and social media does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Matthew Carlson will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Matthew Carlson follow PDC regulations on including party preference for a partisan office on political advertising.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the annual F-1 report covering 2020 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent, Anthony Martinelli, received a formal written Warning concerning his failure timely disclose 2020 financial information on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). The formal written Warning included staff’s expectation that Anthony Martinelli timely file all future required F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed on December 1 and 12, 2023. The complaints alleged that Robert Snaza, the current Lewis County Sheriff, may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to accurately file Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) disclosing all sources of income for his spouse and for failure to include mortgage information on reported real estate, required to be submitted for calendar years 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 as an elected official.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing information from Sheriff Snaza’s F-1 reports was due to simple oversight. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent omitted personal financial affairs information from his F-1 reports in order to purposely conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose reportable spousal income and mortgage information connected to Washington real estate on annual F-1 reports covering calendar year 2019 to 2022, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Robert Snaza will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose all reportable personal financial information for himself and his spouse on F-1 reports filed as an elected official. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Sheriff Snaza accurately and timely files all future required reports of financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the campaign reporting for the 2022 Linda Farmer Campaign was done in a substantially timely manner and that the activity was disclosed according to the campaign’s understanding of the reporting requirements. Specifically, staff found that although the method used by the campaign to disclose funds owed to the candidate, first as a debt and then as an in-kind loan, is not the current process, the activity was disclosed with some detail and available to the public prior to the primary election date.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose candidate loans and debt on C-4 reports covering activity prior to the August 2, 2022 Primary Election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Linda Farmer about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the candidate loans, debts and other obligations of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
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On December 23, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from the Committee acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) report disclosing Committee expenditures made during the 2021 Election for electioneering communications and RCW 42.17A.320 and RCW 42.17A.350 by failing to include the required ""Notice to Voter"" language for independent expenditure radio advertisements and failing to disclose the Top 5 contributors in its radio ads. The Committee paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), We Want Accountability PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning a violation RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports. Staff expects the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately disclose expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against We Want Accountability PAC, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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a. Payment of the civil fine shall be made in full within 30 days of the issuance of this order. If payment is not made within 30 days of the issuance of this order, the amount owing may be send to collection without further action of the Commission.
b. The Respondent shall remain in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and shall not be found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by failing to timely & accurately report candidate website domain & services on a C-4 report.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Trish Crocker (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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NATE PITURACHSATIT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/07/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Fort Worden Foundation: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2021
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Councilmember Dunn stated he has sent newsletters to the residents of his Council District since at least 2012 to provide helpful information to his constituents. A review of the newsletter attached to the complaint included information on earthquake preparedness, an update on Monkeypox, an announcement about a movie night in his district, and a new funding opportunity from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy. Councilmember Dunn stated the newsletters have proven to be a crucial way to serve the residents of his district. The newsletter did not mention or reference Councilmember Dunn’s bid for U.S. Congress.
Councilmember Dunn provided the number of newsletters sent to constituents during the past four years:
Councilmember Dunn said, starting in March 2020, the pandemic significantly hampered his ability to communicate in person with his constituents, which led to a decision to increase the frequency of his constituent newsletters.
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LYLE QUASIM
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY22
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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DANIEL RAAP
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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At the July 28, 2022 Full Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found violations of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $6000, of which $1000 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC report filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to timely and accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions for political advertisements undertaken by his 2018 Campaign for Chelan County Commissioner does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bob Bugert about the importance of timely and accurately filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Allegation Two: Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to report contributions and expenditures for She's Not My Martyr as a political committee
Allegation Three: Violations of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include Sponsor ID on She's Not My Martyr website
Allegation Four: Violations of RCW 42.17A.305 for failing to report Electioneering Communications on C-6 Report for She's Not My Martyr
The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal warning concerning the Respondent’s failure to include Sponsor Identification in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320 on her “She’s Not My Martyr” website and her failure to report on PDC form C-6 “independent expenditures” as defined in RCW 42.17A.255. Staff expects the Respondent to include sponsor identification in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320 on all future political advertising and to properly report all future election activity, including “independent expenditures” as defined in RCW 42.17A.255. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JILL RENZ-WHITMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.615 states in part, any lobbyist registered under RCW 42.17A.600 and any person who lobbies shall file electronically with the commission monthly reports of the lobbyist's or person's lobbying activities. The reports shall be made in the form and manner prescribed by the commission and must be signed by the lobbyist. The monthly report shall be filed within fifteen days after the last day of the calendar month covered by the report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
At the December 19, 2024 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $0 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is February 12, 2025.
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WILLIAM ALLISON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/30/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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A complaint was filed on October 31, 2022, against Chartisha Roberts, a 2021 candidate for School Board, Vancouver School District, Position #2. Ms. Roberts was also a 2022 candidate seeking election to the office of Clark County Council Member, Position #2.
The complaint alleged that the 2021 Chartisha Roberts Campaign violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file a 2021 Post Primary Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C-4 report); and (2) RCW 42.17A.490 by failing to receive permission from 2021 contributors to her Vancouver school board Campaign that made up her final surplus funds balance prior to transferring those funds into her 2022 County Council race.
On June 14, 2021, Chartisha Roberts filed a Candidate Registration declaring her candidacy for School Board Member, Position #2 on the Vancouver School Board, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listed herself as Treasurer and the only Officer. Ms. Roberts was a first-time candidate for public office in 2021, who came in third in a four-way contested 2021 primary election, and her name did not appear on the 2021 general election ballot.
The 2021 Post-Primary Election C-4 report was a required filing for all candidates under the Full Reporting option and appearing on the primary election ballot. The Post-Primary Election C-4 report covered the period July 27 through August 31, 2021, and was required to have been filed by the 2021 Elect Chartisha Roberts Campaign (2021 Campaign) no later than September 10, 2021.
On November 17, 2022, the 2021 Campaign filed the 2021 Post-Primary Election C-4 report, disclosing $1,450 in monetary contributions received and $9,698.32 in expenditures made that included the following: (1) A $4,980.11 expenditure made to Morel Ink on August 11, 2021, for a “Mailer, printing, postage, handling, 6,000 pieces”; (2) A $2,250 expenditure made to NW Union Solutions on August 10, 2021, for Campaign “Manager contact payment”; (3) A $1,466.38 expenditure made to Morel Ink on July 27, 2021, for “Printing Campaign signs: Yard Signs – 7 large, 50 small”; and (4) A $679.21 expenditure made to Morel Ink on July 27, 2021, to print “5,000 walk pieces.”
The 2021 Post-Primary Election C-4 report was filed 433 days late by the Campaign. Ms. Manning went on to state that “there is no real excuse for this omission, I can only provide the extenuating circumstances surrounding the failure. Chartisha had attempted to do her own compliance work for the 2021 campaign, so there was no official treasurer. Her family helped with data entry but did not necessarily understand the rules of compliance.” After being defeated in the primary, she stated that Ms. Roberts experienced the normal feelings as any losing candidate “but she also had a family emergency…(which is) not as an excuse but as a reason why some campaign things were overlooked.”
On December 22, 2022, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by Ms. Roberts, acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by her 2021 Campaign for failing to timely file the 2018 Post Primary Election C-4 report, along with a check for $150 for penalty assessed in the matter. The signed SOU and $150 penalty payment resolves the allegation concerning the missing C-4 report.
On May 10, 2022, Ms. Roberts filed a Candidate Registration declaring her candidacy and seeking election to the office of Clark County Council Member Position 2, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listed Marsha Manning as the Ministerial Treasurer. Ms. Manning was only the Ministerial Treasurer for Ms. Roberts 2022 County Council Campaign but provided a response concerning the late filed 2021 Post-Primary C-4 report.
Concerning the allegation of transferring 2021 Campaign surplus funds into the 2022 Campaign without first obtaining permission of contributors, Ms. Manning stated a total of $176.29 in 2021 Campaign surplus funds remained in the Campaign bank account. When she came on board the 2022 Campaign as Treasurer, she stated that was not familiar with the details of the 2021 Campaign, and she started the 2022 campaign with $176.29 beginning balance that she disclosed as “candidate’s personal funds”. She stated that appeared “to be an error on my part. I should have shown that as Surplus from the previous campaign. I can follow through on an amendment if you deem that is necessary.”
After speaking with PDC Staff, Ms. Manning confirmed that Ms. Roberts wrote a personal check to her 2022 campaign account in the amount of $176.29 to cover money that was left over from the 2021 Campaign and transferred into the 2022 Campaign. The 2022 Campaign filed a new C-3 report disclosing the beginning balance of $176.29 as a Miscellaneous Receipt rather than the previously reported candidate’s personal funds. The C-3 report included the attached description stating “Chartisha contributed $176.29 in personal funds to reimburse the 2022 Campaign for monies from the 2021 campaign inadvertently carried forward into the Council race on RepNo 110085559.”
Ms. Manning stated that the 2022 Campaign made two final expenditures for the $176.29 in funds contributed by Ms. Roberts, that included the $150 penalty payment for the SOU, and a $26.29 expenditure made to an approved charity to close the Campaign bank account. In addition, the Campaign filed a final C-4 report to close the 2021 Campaign account with a zero balance.
Based on these findings, including the facts that Ms. Roberts was a first-time candidate for public office in 2021, served as her own Treasurer, completed an SOU, and paid a $150 civil penalty to resolve the late filed report, and has no prior complaints or PDC violations, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
Concerning the transfer of 2021 surplus funds into Chartisha Roberts 2022 Clark County Council race, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to her about the requirement for a candidate to receive permission from contributors, whether the funds are active or surplus funds, prior to transferring those funds into the campaign account for a different office being sought.
The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Chartisha Roberts will adhere to the reporting requirements, including the provision to receive permission from contributors prior to transferring funds in the Campaign account for a different office being sought for any future candidacy. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After receiving a Brief Enforcement hearing notice, Ms. Benson contacted PDC staff and filed an amended January 2016 L-2 report terminating her lobbyist registration effective January 31, 2016. Once the amended L-2 report was received, PDC staff closed the case administratively.
Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2022
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On March 14, 2024, Justin Brown filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC declaring his candidacy for the office of Cowlitz County Commissioner, Position #2 in the 2024 election cycle, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Dave Knoyle as the Campaign Treasurer. Mr. Brown is a first-time candidate seeking public office in the 2024 election cycle, and Mr. Knoyle is a first-time Campaign Treasurer.
• The Campaign timely filed the initial C-4 report on April 10, 2024, covering the period March 8 through 31, 2024, disclosing $2,450 in monetary contributions received that included $359.05 for in-kind contributions received, and $377.18 in expenditures made.
The Campaign filed three initial C-3 reports totaling $2,550 on April 16, 2024, six days late. The C-3 reports disclosed: (1) $2,250 for three monetary contributions received and deposited on March 18, 2024, that included $1,500 in monetary contributions received from David Knoyle, Treasurer, and a $500 and $250 monetary contribution received from two individuals; (2) a C-3 report totaling $200 for two $100 monetary contributions received on March 28, 2024 from two individuals; and (3) a $100 candidate contribution received and deposited on March 6, 2024, to open the Campaign bank account.
The initial C-4 report filed by Campaign listed two bank deposits made during the period totaling $2,450 that included a $2,250 deposit made on March 18, 2024, and a $200 deposit made on March 29, 2024, and the $100 candidate contribution was listed as the beginning balance. The C-4 report disclosed two expenditures were made to Minuteman Press on March 8, 2024 totaling $301 for “Campaign Posters and Buttons”, and the Campaign received two in-kind contributions that included a $292 in-kind contribution from Mr. Brown for “Campaign materials and Supplies” for a candidate “meet and greet”, and a $66.88 in-kind contribution for Campaign buttons received from an individual contributor.
PDC staff requested the Campaign file an amended C-4 for the initial filing to disclose: (1) the number of posters printed and buttons produced for the in-kind contributions that were donated by candidate Brown; (2) the number of buttons produced that were donated by Ione Pang; and (3) the number of “Campaign Posters and Buttons” produced for the two expenditures made to Minuteman Press on March 8, 2024, that totaled $301.
On June 12, 2024, the Campaign filed an amended initial C-4 report disclosing the two expenditures made to Minuteman Press on March 8, 2024, that totaled $301 was for “4 Campaign Posters, and 75 Campaign Buttons”; the $292.17 in-kind contribution from the candidate was for “40 buttons and 4 posters”; and the $66.88 in-kind contribution from Ione Pang was for “35 Campaign Buttons.”
Concerning the allegation that contributions limits were exceeded for the 2024 primary, it appears that the Campaign Treasurer David Knoyle made a $1,500 monetary contribution on March 18, 2024, in which the Campaign attributed $1,200 to the 2024 primary election, and $300 to the 2024 general election. On May 7, 2024, the Campaign timely filed the April C-4 report disclosing $800 in monetary contributions received, $302 for in-kind contributions received, and $1,199.56 in expenditures. The C-4 report disclosed that on April 15, 2024, the Campaign made a $300 expenditure to refund a portion of the $1,5000 contribution received from Mr. Knoyle on March 28, 2024.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal review or investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance.
Concerning the allegation that contribution limits were exceeded, staff’s review found there are six candidates for Cowlitz County Commissioner, Position #2, that will be appearing on the August 6, 2024 primary election ballot, including Mr. Brown. The 2024 per candidate contribution limits for Cowlitz County Commissioner, Position #2 are $1,200 for the primary and $1,200 for the general election, for each candidate that appears on the ballot for that specific election. While the Campaign timely refunded a $300 contribution to Mr. Knoyle, the $300 contribution from Mr. Knoyle that was attributed to the 2024 general election would not have exceeded contribution limits unless Mr. Brown did not advance to the 2024 general election. Thus, the 2024 contribution limits were not exceeded in this instance and at this time.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to Justin Brown concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of 2024 election cycle, and for future calendar years should he become a candidate again.
The warning letter includes the requirement that Justin Brown provide the required expenditure and in-kind contribution information and descriptions, such as sub-vendor name and address, and the number of political advertisements or the goods or services that were provided. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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At the February 17, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $100 penalty.
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As we have received their L-3 report however, the PDC closed this case administratively without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
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Violation found of RCW 42.17A.205, a penalty was assessed of $150 with $150 suspended if no further violations for 4 years
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on December 12, 2022. The complaint alleged that San Juan County Democratic Central Committee (SJCDCC), a bona fide political party committee, may have violated: (1) WAC 390-16-125 for exceeding mini reporting limits; (2) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register as a full reporting committee; and (3) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee during calendar year 2022.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Order issued by the Commission granting a partial reporting modification; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the over-limit expenditures done by SJCDCC during calendar year 2022 were unintentional and not done to purposely conceal the committee’s activity from the public. In addition, the Commission considered SJCDCC’s expenses minimal and granted the request for a partial modification to stay under mini reporting due to the unusual circumstances.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, exceeding the mini reporting limits, and the subsequent failure to file C-3 and C-4 reports and update the C-1PC, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding San Juan County Democratic Central Committee about the importance of adhering to the contribution and expenditure limitations permissible when registering under the “Mini Reporting” option and to either stay within the contribution and expenditure thresholds if registered under mini reporting or take the required steps to switch to full reporting prior to exceeding those limitations, specifically including an updated C-1PC report and timely filed C-3 and C-4 reports, in future years in accordance with PDC filing requirements, statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Thurston County Democratic Women (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for election years 2020-2023 does not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Thurston County Democratic Women received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely file Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) for election years 2020-2023. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Thurston County Democratic Women timely submit such reports in the future, especially during the time-sensitive periods prior to elections. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Thurston County Democratic Women about the importance of 1) disclosing the name and address of the vendor from whom an item or service is purchased, either as an in-kind contribution made to the committee or as an expenditure for which reimbursement is sought, on C-4 reports; and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, whenever possible, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received a complaint alleging that Anthony (Tony) Anderson (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to report membership and/or ownership interest in Emerald City Media and board directorship with Puget Sound Access on his statement of financial affairs (F-1) report for election years 2018 & 2019. PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found the following:
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.700, candidates are required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC, certifying financial activity for the preceding twelve months, within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The information to be disclosed on the F-1 report includes, among other things, any officer, director or member positions held with - and ownership interest in - any corporation or limited liability company.
According to documents filed with the WA State Secretary of State’s Office, the Respondent held the positions of “Director,” “Secretary” and “Governor” (governing person) with Puget Sound Access from 2008-2013, 2014-2016, and 2018 respectively. Documents filed with the Secretary of State’s Office also show that the Respondent held the positions of “Member/Manager” and “Governor” (governing person) with Emerald City Media in 2017 and 2018 respectively.
The Respondent said he contacted the PDC in 2017 to ask whether volunteer, non-profit board member positions needed to be disclosed on the F-1 report and was told that the question was being evaluated by the PDC. The Respondent subsequently amended his F-1 report for 2017 to disclose his 2016 position with the Puget Sound Access “to be on the safe side.”
The Respondent’s positions with Emerald City Media, LLC and Puget Sound Access were not disclosed on his F-1 report covering 2017. On the F-1 report covering 2018, the Respondent’s position with Emerald City Media, LLC was reported but the position with Puget Sound Access was not disclosed.
In his response to the allegation, the Respondent explained that Emerald City Media, LLC is a self-funded video production project from which he derives no income. The Respondent’s failure to report Emerald City Media, LLC on his F-1 report covering 2017 was due to his erroneous belief that unpaid positions did not need to be disclosed on an F-1 report.
The Respondent also stated he contacted the PDC again, prior to becoming a candidate for election year 2019, to find out if the agency had completed its evaluation regarding reporting voluntary, nonprofit positions on the F-1 report but said he never received a reply. As a result, the Respondent said he stepped down from his board member position with Puget Sound Access in May of 2019. Uncertainty regarding PDC requirements contributed to the Respondent’s failure to report his 2017-2018 relationship with Puget Sound Access on F-1 reports. The Respondent made a good-faith effort to resolve non-compliance by amending his F-1 reports to include the missing information for Emerald City Media, LLC and Puget Sound Access.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report business ownership interest and non-profit board directorship on F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of fully disclosing business ownership interest and both paid and unpaid positions on the F-1 report. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted, and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although Ms. Nassar has some familiarity with PDC requirements as a previous candidate, staff found no evidence that the 2021 Nassar Campaign purposely omitted or misrepresented campaign contribution and expenditure activity in order to conceal this information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing campaign activities specifically including the filing fee and a detailed description of services provided by a vendor for political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Rasham Nassar will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Rasham Nassar timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received the annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 19, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making the report 356 days late.
Abbott Laboratories completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 18, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 355 days late.
Emerald Enterprises, LLC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Gary Corrington, Chief Financial Officer for STG; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that STG was aware of the Disclose Act but did not believe it applied to its 2019 payment because it was not intended to go to political committee or be used in an election campaign. STG has not previously been the subject of enforcement action and postmarked the C-1IC and C-8 reports promptly upon PDC staff’s request.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and file reports as an incidental committee disclosing activity for calendar year 2019 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded STG about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities as an incidental committee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JOHN STOCKBURGER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 05/28/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Asukaa Jaxx on August 15, 2023, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 14, 2023, remotely from Olympia, WA by live audio and online transmission, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate in election year 2023, which was due to be filed no later than June 2, 2023.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Title 390-37 WAC.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Talgo Inc of an alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file Annual Lobbyist Employer (L-3) Reports disclosing lobbying expenses for 2018.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received Talgo Inc's annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 18, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist Employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making their report 355 days late.
Talgo Inc completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file or timely file an annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018 that was due February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64903 and remove their name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation No. 04-02; and the response provided by Chair of the District Board of Fire Commissioners, Troy Woodard, and Chief Clint Volk on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the non-factual wording used in the first District mailer was not included in an effort to persuade voters to support the levy. The District has previously been warned regarding the use of non-factual information for this same levy and is expected to refrain from such activity in the future.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the creation and dissemination of a mailer containing a rebuttal or response to what the District believed was “misinformation” regarding the levy, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, officials of the Mason County Fire Protection District #6 will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public facilities to create a mailer including information about the District for the sole purpose of responding to political advertisement opposing a ballot proposition. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that, in the future, the District will refrain from using its resources for such purposes and use an alternative method to clarify any facts related to upcoming ballot propositions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer Sharon Hanek on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the Respondent is not a first-time candidate, staff found no evidence that the 2022 McCaslin Campaign purposely delayed or misrepresented campaign contribution and expenditure activity in order to conceal this information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing campaign activities, specifically including contributions and expenditures disclosed late but prior to the Primary Election, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Bob McCaslin will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. McCaslin timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c) states it is a violation for a person to sponsor with actual malice (with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity) a statement constituting libel or defamation per se in political advertising or an electioneering communication that makes either directly or indirectly a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement. In addition, the violation must be proven by clear and convincing evidence.
It is clear from the evidence that Tracie Markley endorsed Jesse Young for State Senate but disagreed with the Washington State Republican Party’s (WSRP’s) failure to request permission and receive authorization to use the specific quotations attributed to her, or to use the photographs of her, in their mailer supporting Jesse Young. The failure of the WSRP to clearly state Tracie Markley was speaking as an individual, and not in her capacity as Mayor of Gig Harbor, does not alter the fact that Tracie Markley endorsed Jesse Young.
Therefore, staff determined that in this instance, the use of quotations attributable to Tracie Markley along with photographs of Tracie Markley, in a mailer supporting Jesse Young for State Senator, does not appear to be a violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c) warranting further investigation.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The late filing of the F-1 report by Martin Wheeler was an oversight and not done to withhold personal financial information from the public. Although late, the F-1 was filed well in advance of the relevant election.
Based on our case review staff has decided that, in this instance, failure to timely file the candidate F-1 report no later than two weeks after becoming a candidate does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Martin Wheeler will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to follow filing requirements for timely filing of the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). PDC staff expects in the futurethat Martin Wheeler will file all campaign reports on time following PDC laws and rules. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is called for and has dismissed the matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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At a May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a $250 penalty, which is suspended if the conditions of the Order are met. The L-3 report must also be filed within 30 days.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Freedom Foundation on May 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that the 19 named respondents may have violated RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100 for failure to maintain copies of payroll deduction authorizations for public inspection, deducting employee wages for contributions to political committees without first obtaining proper employee authorization forms, and for failure to allow employees to determine the amount of their wages to deduct for contributions to political committees on employee authorization forms.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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On April 7, 2022, FUSE Votes PAC filed a Committee Registration as a Continuing Political Committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing Aaron Ostrom as the Committee Manager, and Philip Lloyd as the Ministerial Treasurer.
Specifically, the complaint alleged that Fuse Votes PAC (Committee) failed to accurately identify that one of the candidates supported by the independent expenditures disclosed on the C-6 reports, incorrectly listed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for the House of Representatives in the 42nd Legislative District, instead of a candidate for State Senator in the 42nd Legislative District.
Staff reviewed the C-6 reports filed by the Committee and found that while the Committee timely filed the initial C-6 reports, the reports inadvertently listed Sharon Shewmake as a 2022 candidate for the House of Representatives in the 42nd Legislative District, rather than a candidate for State Senator in the district.
Phil Lloyd, Ministerial Treasurer for the Committee stated in his October 6, 2022, emailed response that Fuse Votes PAC has filed the necessary amended C-6 reports “to update the office for Rep Shewmake – please see attached. Thank you to Mr. Morgan for bringing this to our attention, listing her originally as a candidate for state representative was an inadvertent clerical error.” Mr. Lloyd stated that the “Fuse Voter’s Guide has always correctly shown that Representative Shewmake as a candidate” for State Senator” in the 42nd Legislative District for the 2022 election cycle on the Fuse Votes website.
On October 6, 2022, the Committee filed the following two amended C-6 reports: (1) Rep No #11507, amended Rep No #11331 and disclosed the same $18,120.40 in Independent Expenditures, Box #1 made on July 7, 2022, as listed on the initial C-6 report for Fuse Washington staff time spent on the online Voters Guide; and (2) Rep No #11508, amended Rep No #11488 and disclosed the same $28,198.23 in Independent Expenditures, Box #1 made on September 27, 2022, as listed on the initial C-6 report for Fuse Washington staff time spent on the online Voters Guide.
The two amended C-6 reports filed by the Committee correctly disclosed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for State Senator in the 42nd Legislative District as a Democrat.
On October 13, 2022, the Committee filed an amended C-6 report, Rep No #11548, amended Rep No #11315 and disclosed the same $2,107.98 in Independent Expenditures, Box #1 made on June 16, 2022, as listed on the initial C-6 report for Fuse Washington staff time spent on the online Voters Guide. The amended C-6 report listed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for State Senator in the 42nd Legislative District as a Democrat.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Committee’s failure to correctly list the office being sought by Sharon Shewmake, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Fuse Votes PAC promptly and timely filed the requested amended C-6 reports listed above disclosing the required information as soon as the deficiency concerning the office being sought by Representative Shewmake was brought to its attention.
The initial C-6 reports filed by the Fuse Votes PAC checked bx #1 on the C-6 report, which were timely filed and substantially complied with the independent expenditure reporting requirements. Fuse Votes PAC made a ministerial error on the required C-6 reports, which had minimal, if any impact on the public interest, and was mitigated by the fact that the Committee timely listed the candidate and the amount of the independent expenditure on the C-6 reports, but included the wrong office being sought.
While the report incorrectly listed the office being sought by Sharon Shewmake as State Representative (for which she is the incumbent) rather than State Senator, the information on Fuse Washington’s website for Sharon Shewmake included in the online Voters Guide correctly listed the office being sought as State Senator. Upon notification of the errors, Fuse Votes PAC timely amended the pertinent C-6 reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Attorney Mark Lamb, Special Counsel for the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the facts, staff found no evidence that the cover photo of Mayor Gerry and the accompanying article that appeared in the October 2021 edition of Ruralite was a contribution to the 2021 Brent Gerry Campaign. The photograph and article did not meet the definition of an Independent Expenditure found in RCW 42.17A.005(30) as the article did not support a candidate, and therefore was not reportable under either RCW 42.17A.255 or .260.
In addition, while the October 2021 Ruralite magazine edition featured an article that identified Mayor Gerry, included a photograph of him on the cover and was published within sixty days of the general election as part of a larger publication, the article itself is not reportable as an Electioneering Communication, based on the exemptions listed in RCW 42.17A.005(21)(b) of what an Electioneering Communication does not include.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
A complaint was filed against Loren Culp, the incumbent Police Chief of Republic, and a candidate seeking election to the office of Governor of Washington State in 2020, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.445 by making expenditures from his 2020 Gubernatorial Campaign that constituted a personal use of contributions.
On April 29, 2020, PDC staff held an Initial Hearing (Case status review) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071, and opened a formal investigation concerning this matter. PDC staff's investigation found that the Campaign purchased 732 copies of American Cop and used the books as a fundraiser. That resulted in the Campaign receiving a total of $10,230 in net contributions from the proceeds of the sale.
The sale of the book American Cop was directly related to Loren Culp’s campaign for Governor of Washington State, and was part of the campaign fundraising strategy. While the sales price of the books sold to the Campaign were based on the fair market value, due to his ownership interest in American Cop, Mr. Culp nonetheless personally benefitted from the sale of the books purchased directly from the publisher at the wholesale price.
Staff found that a potential conflict of interest exists where, as here, a candidate or his/her business provides goods or services to his/her campaign, and may profit from that sale, in this case of the book American Cop.
However, there are a number of mitigating factors in this specific instance that renders the allegation as a minor violation of RCW 42.17A, including that: (1) Mr. Culp is a first-time candidate for public office; (2) a demand for the book American Cop existed prior to Mr. Culp declaring his candidacy for Governor; and (3) the Culp for Governor Campaign disclosed receiving $278,991 in total contributions received through April 30, 2020, so the $10,230 paid by the Campaign for the books, and the $10,230 netted for the Campaign, each represents a small percentage of total Campaign funds.
To resolve this violation, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Culp will receive a formal written warning concerning the payments made to him through his business, American Cop, based on the sale of books to the Campaign using Campaign funds. Mr. Culp will be informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 2, 2023, Lisa Brown filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for election to the office of Mayor for the City of Spokane, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Andy Taylor, as Ministerial Campaign Treasurer.
Specifically, your complaint alleged that the that the Campaign failed to timely file one C-4 report; accurately file C-4 reports providing the complete descriptions for some expenditures; failure to disclose debts, orders placed, or obligations owed for management and consulting services; exceeding contribution limits for two in-kind contributions received, and spending active campaign funds, a portion of which was a contribution to a political party committee.
In the response, Mr. Taylor stated the following concerning the allegations listed in the initial complaint filed on July 13, 2023, and the supplemental complaint that was filed on July 21, 2023, against the Campaign:
1. The Campaign “inadvertently filed” the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report two days late. Mr. Taylor stated the Campaign missed “checking the box” in the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) campaign finance filing software indicating “the candidate is participating in the primary election.” He stated by not checking the proper box in ORCA, the Campaign did not receive the filing reminders through the ORCA software. He added that the Campaign has corrected that issue in ORCA “by ensuring that box is checked, and reminders will be activated.”
2. The $1,079.10 Campaign expenditure made to Mountain Dog Sign Company on April 4, 2023, “was for one large sign with 2 polycarbonate panels for the outside of the campaign office” and not for multiple yard signs. The Campaign has amended the C-4 report to disclose that information.
3. The Campaign did not initially believe that the invoices for the Desautel Hege (DH) Management, Consulting and Marketing services triggered a reporting “obligation to record them as a debt because we made all payments on that invoice within the same reporting period.” In addition, the Campaign’s initial review of the DH invoice stated, “net 30, meaning that the payment was not due for 30 days.” However, after the Campaign “re-examined the situation” it was determined that the Campaign should have recorded the DH “invoice as a debt and payments against that invoice as satisfaction of the debt.” Mr. Taylor stated that the Campaign had filed the relevant amended C-4 reports for this allegation.
4. The Campaign inadvertently misspelled the contributor’s name for Andy Billig and the proper state in the address for the PayPal contribution that was received from Mr. Billig. The Campaign filed an amended C-3 report correcting the name and state for that contributor.
5. The Campaign did not exceed the 2023 primary contribution limits for the two $1,000 in-kind contributions that were initially disclosed as coming from Hamilton Studio on March 6, 2023. Mr. Taylor stated that the two principals of Hamilton Studio, Don Hamilton, and Lorna St. John, each individually made a $1,000 in-kind contribution to the campaign for the services provided for the 2023 primary election. He stated, “this was a mistake in reporting” and that the Campaign has filed an amended C-4 report to reflect this and added that the original invoice the Campaign received from Hamilton Studio correctly reflected the intention of the donors.
6. Mr. Taylor stated that all but two of the in-kind contributions received by the Campaign were provided directly by the contributors. He stated that the Campaign has filed amended C-4 reports “to record the identity of any sub-vendors used for those making in-kind contributions to the campaign.”
7. On April 10, 2023, the Campaign timely filed an initial C-3 report disclosing that on March 14, 2023, the Campaign received and deposited a $1,000 monetary contribution from David Green, CPA PLLC.
8. On July 17, 2023, the Campaign filed an amended C-3 report disclosing that on March 14, 2023, the Campaign received and deposited a $1,000 monetary contribution from David Green, and not from CPA PLLC entity. Mr. Taylor stated that in July of 2023, David Green contacted the Campaign and notified them “his intent was to make a personal contribution, instead of from his business” and the new C-3 report was filed to reflect that correction.
9. The complaint also alleged that Campaign videos failed to contain the required sponsor identification. Staff noted during the case opening that in accordance with WAC 390-18-010(4), both videos contained the written sponsor identification at the bottom of the advertisements, which clearly identified the Lisa Brown Campaign as the sponsor. Staff advised the Campaign that was not a violation and that it was not necessary to respond to that allegation.
Concerning the last allegation about making an expenditure to a political party committee using active Campaign funds, Mr. Taylor provided the information below in his response.
The final allegation was that the Campaign violated the statute by making a $1,000 Campaign expenditure on July 24, 2023, to attend a Spokane County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) fundraising event, and that a portion of the Campaign funds used ended up as a contribution to the SCDCC. RCW 42.17A.430(8) states “No candidate or authorized committee may transfer funds to any other candidate or other political committee.”
Mr. Taylor contacted the SCDCC on behalf of the Campaign and requested they provide him with the costs of the event to assist in determining if any portion of the expenditure ended up being a contribution to the SCDCC. He stated the costs to purchase a table sponsorship at the SCDCC fundraising event included the following: (1) $54.56 per person, or $436.58 for a party of 8, was the SCDCC’s out of pocket costs to put on the dinner; (2) the t-shirts that were provided as part of the table sponsorship sell for $32 each but were discounted by the SCDCC for the event to $25, so the t-shirts were valued at $200.
Finally, Mr. Taylor stated that the “Spokane Tribe contributed the salmon dinners for the event at no cost” but added that the Spokane Tribe Casino “does not normally offer salmon dinners in the Spokane area.” He stated the Campaign found a comparable “salmon dinner at Masselow’s at Northern Quest in Airway Heights” which cost $41 plus tax, so the total cost is estimated to be $368 for eight people and did not include the costs for a tip for the service provided. The total estimated fair market value (FMV) of the costs for the Campaign party of 8 to sponsor a table at the SCDCC event totaled $1,004. Since the total FMV exceeded the $1,000 in Campaign funds expended for the table sponsorship, staff determined the Campaign did not make a contribution to the SCDCC. Thus, the Campaign did not ask the SCDCC for a refund.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the 2023 Lisa Brown Campaign concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including providing the expenditure details for Campaign vendors and the disclosure and proper attribution for debts and the subsequent payments on those debts, for the remainder of the 2023 election and in all future Campaigns. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The allegations concerning receiving an in-kind contribution that exceeded the 2023 primary contribution limits; and using campaign funds to attend a Spokane County Democratic Central Committee (SCDCC) fundraising event, are dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On August 8, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the House Democratic Campaign Committee, may have violated RCW 42,17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution (C-3) and the Summary, Full Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
PDC staff reviewed your allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the House Democratic Campaign Committee (Committee); the August 21, 2023, response provided by the Committee; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Committee received contributions of $1,250 and $2,500 on December 9, 2022, and reported both contributions as having been received from State Representative Beth Doglio personally.
In its response to the complaint, the Committee, by way of Jason Bennett, included a screen grab of the contribution the way it was sent to them, and it includes Representative Beth Diglio’s home address, email/phone number, occupation as “Consultant” and employer as “Self.” Bennett noted that… “we have confirmed with the treasurer for Beth Doglio that this donation (and another made that same day) was not her personally but rather made through their surplus funds debit card. We have amended the 12/14/22 PDC report to reflect that update.”
On August 18, 2023, the Committee amended its December 14, 2022, C-3 report, to accurately report the source of the contribution/contributor’s name as coming from Representative Diglio’s surplus funds account.
Staff noted that the Committee reported the contributions based on the best information it had at the time the contributions were received from Representative Diglio’s surplus funds account.
Based on these findings, the staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The Committee reported the contributions with the donor information received with both checks.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Marty Schafer was issued a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). On February 25, 2022, Schafer notified PDC staff he accepted the Statement of Understanding that included the $150 civil penalty and will send the PDC by US Mail a check and the completed SOU.
Based on this information, once the PDC receives the completed SOU and penalty payment, the matter of exceeding the mini reporting limit and failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Schafer was issued a formal written warning concerning violations of RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include sponsor identification on mailers and doorbell hangers. Staff expects Schafer will, in the future, include sponsor identification on political advertising as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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On January 9, 2023, Demetria Chatters filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy as a 2023 candidate seeking the office of Everett City Council, Position #6, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Felicia Carnes as Ministerial Treasurer, and herself as candidate.
Ms. Chatters stated that all her Campaign’s treasury work for her 2023 Everett City Council race was handled by Felicia Carnes as her Ministerial Treasurer, since as candidate she had “no capacity to take” on those duties personally.
On November 2, 2023, five days prior to the November 7, 2023 general election, the Campaign filed five amended C-4 reports that included the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports, and the June, July, and August monthly C-4 reports. The five amended C-4 reports disclosed the following updated information:
1. The amended 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosed: (a) the $5,000 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 17, 2023, was paid to Basis Technologies for digital advertising for 151,785 impressions with run dates of 10/23 – 11/7/2023; (b) the $3,960.96 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 18, 2023, was paid to Capitol City Press for 10,928 postcards; (c) the $5,000 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 27, 2023, was paid to Comcast for Comcast TV advertising with run dates 10/30 – 11/7/2023; and (d) the $8,695.54 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 27, 2023, was paid to Capitol City Press to print and mail 10,1478 mailers.
2. The amended 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosed: (a) the $2,239.45 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 12, 2023, included a total of $1,839.45 paid to Overnight Printing for 2,000 walking pieces, 100-business cards, and 100-yard signs; (b) a $1,200 in-kind contribution from AJ Soto Photo for photography work; and (c) a $113.30 in-kind contribution for staff time and email communications from the Progressive Alliance of Washington.
3. The amended August 2023 C-4 report disclosed changes made to the carry forward contribution and expenditure totals from prior amended C-4 reports.
4. The amended July 2023 C-4 report disclosed: (a) the $4,600 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on July 25, 2023, was paid to Basis Technologies for digital advertising for 450,000 impressions with run dates of 7/24 – 8/1/2023; and (b) the $4,951.80 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on July 21, 2023, was paid to Capitol City Press for postage and printing of 7,074 mailers.
5. The amended June 2023 C-4 report disclosed the $1,277.90 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on June 17, 2023, included a total of $1,081.90 paid to Overnight Printing for 100-yard signs, and 50-rally signs; and a $196 expenditure made to Squarespace for the Campaign website registration for one year.
Ms. Chatters stated in her response that she had served on the Snohomish Ebony PAC’s Executive board prior to the 2023 election cycle and stated that “when their treasurer moved out of state, I stepped up to fill the need of reconciling their financial records and bringing their reporting into compliance.” She stated that she informed the PAC of her “intention to run for the Everett City Council in January of 2023, when I filed with the PDC for my campaign committee” and that the Committee would need to find a new Treasurer. She stated that she informed the Snohomish Ebony PAC when she filed her Candidate Registration that the Committee would need to recruit and find a new treasurer since she could not continue serving in that capacity while running for office in 2023. She stated that in March of 2023, “I brought their records and financial reporting up to date” but added that she understood how difficult it was for a small, grassroots, all volunteers run committee “to find a volunteer with PDC compliance knowledge.”
Ms. Chatters stated that the Committee still had not found a Treasurer and that she reconciled their books and brought their PDC reports back into compliance after the August 1, 2023 primary election. She added that since she had advanced to the November 7, 2023 General Election, “I would not have the capacity to do so again and was stepping fully away from all operational work of the SEPAC organization. She stated that since July 31, 2023, she was not involved in any way with the Committee’s “work, their finances, or their PDC compliance” and that she remained “fully focused on running my own campaign for the Everett City Council.” The Committee as part of their response to PDC complaint 144427, provided copies of their March 5, 2023, May 5, 2023, and August 6, 2023, Committee meeting minutes. PDC staff’s review of the meeting minutes confirmed that Ms. Chatters was only bringing the Committee’s books and PDC reports into Compliance while the Committee was trying to find a replacement Treasurer. The meeting minutes also indicated that Chris Graves would take over the Treasury duties in August of 2023.
RCW 42.17A.005(15)(a) states in part that ""Contribution"" includes: (ii) “An expenditure made by a person in cooperation, consultation, or concert with, or at the request or suggestion of, a candidate, a political or incidental committee, the person or persons named on the candidate's or committee's registration form who direct expenditures on behalf of the candidate or committee, or their agents; (iii) The financing by a person of the dissemination, distribution, or republication, in whole or in part, of broadcast, written, graphic, digital, or other form of political advertising or electioneering communication prepared by a candidate, a political or incidental committee, or its authorized agent…”
WAC 390-05-210(6) concerns consulting with a political committee and states in part that “An expenditure made by a person in cooperation, consultation, concert, or collaboration with, or at the request or suggestion of a political committee” is a contribution to/from the political committee. And (d) states in part “An expenditure is made by or in consultation with any person who, during the twelve months preceding the expenditure, is or has been receiving any form of campaign-related compensation or reimbursement from the political committee or its agent….”
PDC staff conducted a search of the expenditures database and found there were no payments or expenditures made to Demetria Chatters by the Snohomish Ebony PAC for “compensation” or any “reimbursement” during the four years of the committee’s existence, or more importantly during the twelve-month lookback period as outlined in WAC 390-05-210.
On November 9, 2023, the Snohomish Ebony PAC filed a C-6 report disclosing a $7,953.12 independent expenditure was presented to the public on October 23, 2023, that included an 18,936-piece mailer sent to voters in support of Demetria Chatters. There was no evidence found that Snohomish Ebony PAC and Ms. Chatters “consulted” or “collaborated” with each other concerning the independent expenditure (IE) mailer, or that Ms. Chatters had knowledge about the IE, prior to it being presented to the public on October 23, 2023.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. As noted above, no evidence was found that Ms. Chatters consulted or collaborated with the Snohomish Ebony PAC concerning the independent expenditure, and the allegation of exceeding contribution limits is dismissed. Concerning the C-4 reports and proper disclosure of the Campaign expenditure details, in accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Demetria Chatters concerning the requirements to timely and accurately file C-4 reports for all future elections in which she is seeking election to public office. The warning includes providing the required expenditure details and sub-vendor breakdowns for expenditures such as for third-party sub-contractors, the number of signs produced, flyers/mailers printers, run dates for cable advertising, and social media advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to provide Sponsor Identification on political advertising campaign materials
The PDC found:
PDC staff determined that in this instance, the failure to include required sponsor identification on political advertising materials does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. As a result, the PDC dismissed this matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the dismissal served as a formal warning concerning the committee’s failure to include sponsor identification as required by RCW 42.17A.320 and in the manner specified in WAC 390-18-010. Staff expects the Respondent to include proper sponsor identification, when required, on future political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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DE'SEAN QUINN
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-119 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10119.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2208/10119.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10119.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DE'SEAN QUINN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:56:38 AM 1821 3220 57142 09/07/2019 09/06/2019 09/24/2019 Carolyn Crain Cowlitz County Republican Central Committee Cowlitz County Republican Central Committee (2): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-034 for failure to accurately and completely report contributors (Sep 19) WAC 390-16-034, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Political Committee - Republican Bona Fide
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Carolyn Crain on September 6, 2019. The complaint alleged that the Cowlitz County Republican Central Committee (Respondent), a bona fide political party, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-034 for failure to accurately report contributor addresses, employers, and occupations.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report the personal address for contributors does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
The Cowlitz County Republican Party made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Cowlitz County Republican Party timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A brief enforcement hearing was held on 4/21/22 and the Presiding Office found a violation of .615 and assessed a $250 penalty, with $250 suspended if the missing L-2 reports are filed within 30 days of the Order and there are no further violations for 4 years.
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Staff’s review found that Mayor Martin failed to report income on his prior F-1 reports as well. Specifically, F-1 reports for 2017 and 2018. In addition to reporting income from Hanner Enterprises, Mayor Martin was required to report income received as a sitting city council member for the City of Ocean Shores in 2017 and 2018.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mayor Martin for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.700 and .710. In the Warning letter, Mayor Martin was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Sandra Cook-Bensley, on behalf of the Committee, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports, and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports; RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to disclose contributions of $1,500 or more, in the aggregate, given or received within 21 days of a general election on a Last Minute Contribution (LMC) report; and RCW 42.17A.420, by making or accepting a contribution exceeding $7,500 within 21 days of a general election. The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed above.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Committee paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue of failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) report disclosing Committee expenditures made during the 2021 Election for electioneering communications.
The allegation of RCW 42.17A.260 is dismissed per RCW 42.17A.305 (4) as reports filed pursuant to RCW 42.17A.305 also satisfy the requirements of 42.17A.260.
In response to allegation ofRCW 42.17A.320, Meeks noted there were no contributors donating $1,000 or more.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Citizens of Edmonds for Good Governance PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning a violation RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Staff expects the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately disclose expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case againstCitizens of Edmonds for Good Governance PAC, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $500 penalty with $250 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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Case resolved via Statement of Understanding and payment of $100 fine.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report the personal address for contributors does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
The Clark County Republican Party made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Clark County Republican Party timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Drew MacEwen about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint and found that the respondent failed to file accurate F-1 reports to include real property/estates owned in the State of Washington and issued a formal warning to the Respondent and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 26, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.710 for failure to report business payments over $12,000.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.710 An elected or appointed official is required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC on or before April 15th each year, that discloses accurate personal financial information for themselves and their spouse or registered domestic partner, if any, for the preceding calendar year.
Background and Findings
· Toshiko Hasegawa is an elected official and is required to file an annual Financial Affairs Disclosure Statement (F-1).
· The complaint alleged that Respondent failed to disclose business payments exceeding $12,000 made to registered domestic partner’s business on the 2024 calendar year F-1 report.
· RCW 42.17A.710 describes the required content of the F-1 report specifically including all entities where the candidate has a ten percent or more ownership interest plus the disclosure of certain payments received by each entity.
· On August 29, 2025, PDC staff sent Respondent a copy of the complaint. The Respondent subsequently amended the 2024 calendar year F-1 to include the omitted business payments over $12,000 and voluntarily amended their F-1 reports for prior years.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose business payments exceeding $12,000 on F-1 statements. Staff expects that you accurately file all future F-1 statements. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/178149 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""178149 Toshiko Hasegawa Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8355/178149%20Toshiko%20Hasegawa%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178149 Toshiko Hasegawa Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""178149 Toshiko Hasegawa Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8355/178149%20Toshiko%20Hasegawa%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178149 Toshiko Hasegawa Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/23/2025 08:52:48 AM 2025 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1845 6581 151199 02/15/2024 02/14/2024 Conner Edwards Billie Maggard Maggard, Billie: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY'22, FEB'24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Investigation of Possible Violation Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on April 28, 2023. The complaint alleged that Awale Farah, a current School Board Director for Kent School District 415 and candidate for the same office in 2021, may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to accurately file Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) disclosing all sources or income and business associations, for himself and his spouse, required to be submitted as a 2021 candidate and as an elected official.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing information from Mr. Farah’s F-1 reports was due to his limited knowledge of the statutory disclosure requirements. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent omitted personal financial affairs information from his F-1 reports in order to purposely conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose reportable income and business associations on annual F-1 reports covering calendar year 2022, 2021 and the candidate F-1 report covering April 22, 2020 to April 21, 2021 does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Awale Farah will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose all reportable personal financial information for himself and his spouse on F-1 reports filed as a candidate and as an elected official. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Farah accurately and timely files all future required reports of financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
At an August 12, 2021 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021. A penalty of $250 was assessed , with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $150 and F-1 report are filed within 30 days of the September 13, 2021 Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and a response provided by Wayne Gold Jr. on behalf of Doubl-Kold to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC’s action was taken because Freedom Foundation did not submit evidence of violations obtained from individual employers/contractors.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). The PDC’s action does not preclude Freedom Foundation from contacting individual employers/contractors and refiling a complaint based on evidence obtained from individual employers/contractors.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose income on an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Tim Hattenburg (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report income on F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Tim Hattenburg received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose income on F-1 reports. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Tim Hattenburg disclose all reportable sources of income on future F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The Respondent was also be reminded about the importance of disclosing all reportable assets on F-1 reports.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, and the Respondent’s filing history to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration and Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Rhiannon Parks will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file Candidate Registration and Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Rhiannon Parks timely files all future required reports of registration and personal financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.430(8) states that “No candidate or authorized committee may transfer funds to any other candidate or other political committee.” Based on the statute, the complaint alleged the 2024 Monica Stonier (Campaign) made a prohibited contribution using 2023 active Campaign funds to the Clark County Democratic Party.
Representative Stonier was elected State Representative in 2012 from the 17th Legislative District, Position #1, in which she served one-term, before being elected State Representative in the 49th Legislative District, Position #2, in 2016. She was re-elected to that office in 2018, 2020, and 2022, respectively.
On January 10, 2023, Monica Stonier filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for re-election to the office of State Representative in the 49th Legislative District, Position #2, in 2024, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Marsha Manning as the Ministerial Treasurer/Compliance Officer for the Campaign.
On July 10, 2023, the Campaign timely filed a Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures report (C-4 report) covering the period June 1 through 30, 2023, disclosing that a $1,250 Campaign expenditure was made to the Clark County Democratic Party (Committee) on June 1, 2023, to purchase a “Table at Democrat’s annual fundraiser.”
Ms. Manning stated the Campaign acknowledged purchasing a table for 10 at the Committee’s annual Val Ogden dinner for $1,250. She stated that the “table was purchased as a thank you to volunteers of the Elect Monica Stonier campaign”, and the Committee acknowledged that the event table sponsors get their name listed the dinner program. She confirmed Ms. Stonier was named in the program or invites as a table sponsor and stated that candidates that attended the event were “allowed to address the attendees when time is available, and they had the option to bring yard signs and remit envelopes to display on side tables.”
However, Ms. Manning stated that since Representative Stonier “was unable to attend the dinner…the last options were not acted on.” She stated that the Campaign contacted the Committee after receiving the complaint to get an accounting of actual dinner costs. She stated that as a past manager of the Val Ogden event, “I can speak to the process of determining ticket prices.” She stated at the end of the event dinner, “costs are calculated against income to determine what next year’s ticket price will be” and the Committee estimated the 2023 costs for the event were $125 per ticket or $1,250 total costs for a table of 10. She stated those costs included a reserved seat, dinner, dessert, and wine, but that the actual cost came to $113.74 per person or a total of $1,137.40 for a party of 10.
Ms. Manning stated that while “the estimate was very close, no one can predict future costs exactly. The party made a profit of $11.26 per ticket or $112.63 per table” for a party of 10. She stated that all the accounting and figures to determine the costs of the event were supplied to her by the treasurer of the Clark County Democrats.
On October 5, 2023, the Campaign filed a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) disclosing that on October 4, 2023, the Campaign received a $112.63 miscellaneous receipt from the Committee, that was deposited into the Campaign bank account on October 5, 2023. The C-3 report filed by the Campaign included the following description for the miscellaneous receipt refund: “Refund of the amount determined to be profit on purchased table of 10 seats at the Clark Co Democrats annual fundraiser.”
PDC staff did not find evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the 2024 Monica Stonier Campaign concerning the requirement that no active Campaign funds can be used to make an expenditure to a political party committee, or any other political committee, that results in a contribution being made, or a profit being generated for an event. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to disclose unemployment income, business associations and ownership interest in a corporation on F-1 reports, and spousal reporting error on an F-1 report, do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mohamed Egal received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose income, business associations, and ownership interest in a corporation on his Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports). The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Mohamed Egal timely file complete and accurate financial information on F-1 reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Shortly after case 122467, which alleged violations of .710 by the Respondent, was resolved, the PDC received another complaint from the same Complainant, alleging additional violations of .710 (F-1 report content). After investigating the allegations in the second case (136616), the PDC issued an amended formal written warning letter addressing the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately disclose business associations and ownership interest in a corporation on F-1 reports, as well as income. The amended written warning letter is attached.
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Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of failing to include sponsor identification on political advertising and political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a $3,000 penalty, with $1,000 suspended if the non-suspended $2,000 penalty is paid, and the F-1 report for calendar year 2020 are filed, within 30 days of the Order. The Commission further ordered the Respondent to file missing F-1 reports covering calendar years 2016 & 2017 and pay $1,750 in past due civil penalties from prior enforcement cases (22218 & 38838) within 30 days, which is May 6, 2022.
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On October 13, 2021, Jim Franich filed an amended Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC after being granted permission to change from the Mini Reporting to the Full Reporting option, listing himself as Treasurer for his candidacy for re-election to the Gig Harbor City Council, Position #3 in 2021.
The political advertisement provided as part of the complaint was a copy of the candidate’s voter pamphlet statement and began by stating that Jim Franich had missed the filing deadline for inclusion in the general election voter’s pamphlet and went on to provide his voter statement. The advertisement stated at the bottom “Paid for by Jim Franich 4 Council” but failed to include a mailing address in the sponsor identification (sponsor ID).
The sponsor ID requirements for a candidate mailer require that the words ""Paid for"" or ""Sponsored by"" be followed by the candidate’s name, and that the ad includes the sponsor’s complete mailing address.
Mr. Franich stated that he was not familiar with the statutory “language that required my address to be on the mailer. I now realize I should have read the RCW prior to sending out the mailer. I do not believe there was any detrimental effect to the Voters and there was no fraud intended. In the future I will now be familiar with RCW 42.17A.320 and not let this happen again.”
Based on these findings and the fact that Mr. Franich included the words “Paid for by Jim Franich 4 Council” and the political advertisement in question was a copy of Mr. Franich’s voter pamphlet statement, PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the failure to include Mr. Franich’s mailing address in the sponsor identification in the political advertisement, do not amount to a violation warranting investigation or any enforcement action.
Jim Franich will be reminded to include his mailing address as part of the required sponsor identification on all future political advertising sponsored by his Campaign, including the Campaign mailing address. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Nadine Woodward, a 2019 Candidate for City of Spokane Mayor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to accurately and completely disclose personal financial information on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of failing to accurately and completely disclose personal financial information on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ronald Krebs (the “Respondent”); and PDC Interpretation 04-02, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the photograph of Sheriff Krebs in uniform along with his sister and posted to his Facebook page, and the second photo taken by a family member, were both taken four years ago, and not to support his 2022 re-election campaign. Both photographs were taken down in order to alleviate any confusion. The badge used on the Facebook page was purchased by the Respondent in 2015 and therefore can be used pursuant to PDC Interpretation 04-02.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, use of a photograph of the Respondent in uniform taken four years prior to the start of the current election and for non-campaign related purposes does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ronald Krebs about the importance of reviewing any photos that include publicly owned equipment to ensure that are being used only for permissible non-campaign purposes in the future in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate for election who filed with Elections officials on May 15, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 29, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on July 26, 2019 identifying its Treasurer and depository, which was received 58 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
Noncompliance was the result of a good-faith omission, which the Respondent corrected prior to being notified of the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Kim Plese is a first-time candidate for public office and lost in the general election. Staff found that although the C-4 report due the week prior to the general election was late, the contributions were timely disclosed separately on C-3 reports and the expenses were available to the public before the election. Staff found no evidence that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose activity on the 7-Day Pre-General C-4 report does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kim Plese will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2022 Plese Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Plese timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a $2,000 penalty, with $500 suspended if the non-suspended $1,500 penalty is paid, and the F-1 report for calendar year 2020 is filed, within 30 days of the Order. The Commission further ordered the Respondent to file a missing F-1 report covering calendar year 2019 and pay a $250 past due civil penalty from a prior enforcement case (80261) within 30 days, which is May 6, 2022.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed December 6, 2023. The complaint alleged an advertisement in the Spokane Valley Current lacked proper sponsor identification, and the entity sponsoring the advertisement may need to register with the Public Disclosure Commission as a Political Action Committee (PAC).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure include sponsor identification does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ben Lund will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Ben Lund, in the future, provide required sponsor identification on any political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 21, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found violations of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $75 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/109550 150.00 75.00 75.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""109550 Stockwell Glen Candidate F1 BAP Hearing Notice GE22 (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5321/109550%20Stockwell%20Glen%20Candidate%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20GE22%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""109550 Stockwell Glen Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5321/109550%20Stockwell%20Glen%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Glen Stockwell"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2022-08-11"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-09-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 75.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2022 03:00:33 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 1894 5293 109471 06/04/2022 06/04/2022 08/15/2022 Kyle Wheeler Stephen Valentine Valentine, Stephen: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using official title and public office in letter to editor supporting a Lewis County Sheriff Candidate (EY22, June22) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Donald Sorensen Jr. on June 5, 2019. The complaint alleged that James (Jim) Hill may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC, within two weeks of declaring candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; correspondence provided by Jim Hill; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, selecting the wrong office and jurisdiction on the C-1 report does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
James (Jim) Hill made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Jim Hill timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 29, 2023. The complaint alleged that Dawn Marie Lucas, a candidate for Seattle City Council in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Dawn Marie Lucas is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that after they submitted the C-1 report in January 2022, they decided not to continue their campaign for Seattle City Council and did not file to have their name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Dawn Marie Lucas will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should they become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/111327 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""111327 Tibbott Neil Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5524/111327%20Tibbott%20Neil%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""111327 Tibbott Neil Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""111327 Tibbott Neil Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5524/111327%20Tibbott%20Neil%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""111327 Tibbott Neil Complaint Return Letter...pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5524/111327%20Tibbott%20Neil%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter...pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 10/19/2022 04:52:59 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1901 5812 137899 05/30/2023 05/30/2023 07/21/2023 Robert Parker AnnaLisa LaFayette LaFayette, AnnaLisa: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report) within two weeks of candidacy (June '23; EY '23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 30, 2023. The complaint alleged that AnnaLisa LaFayette, a candidate for Seattle City Council in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
AnnaLisa LaFayette is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that after they submitted the C-1 report in January 2023, they decided not to continue their campaign for Seattle City Council and did not file to have their name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, AnnaLisa LaFayette will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should they become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Allegation Two: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
At the February 17, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 and assessed a $400 penalty, of which $125 is suspended if the conditions of the Initial Order are met.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Complainant stated: “From November 3 – 7, 2022 Ms. Legault only sent copies of eight (8) checks” associated with the reported deposits.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, there was a lack of oversight on the part of Ms. Olow to supervise the work of Jeanne Legault, the campaign Treasurer, and Ms. Legault failed to accurately report contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system and failed to file reports timely. These issues were inadvertent and do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Shukri Olow will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to comply with the filing requirements outlined in RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. In the future, staff expects Ms. Olow to comply with requirements for the timely and accurate filing of reports for contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Dear Chato Salisbury:
On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Chato Salisbury completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 10, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; correspondence provided by Soneya Lund; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, filing reports under the wrong Filer ID does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Soneya Lund made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, PDC staff migrated the data to the correct Filer ID, and Soneya Lund timely amended their ORCA records for the correct campaign, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Fuchs violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the apparent lack of online presence and reporting by the 2022 Jarquin Campaign may have been caused by a misspelling of the Respondent’s name. Although the Respondent did submit a small number of expenditures late, almost all expenditures were reported prior to the primary election. Staff found no evidence that this was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a small number of expenditures for the 2022 Jarquin Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Paige Jarquin will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2022 Jarquin Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Jarquin timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The 30-day due date for the conditions described above, is no later than August 23, 2023.
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On October 19, 2021, Simmons filed a C-4 report for Friends of Yen, listing $1,900 in expenditures and $1,756 in contributions from September 1 to October 11, 2021. The report was filed seven days late.
On October 26, 2021, Simmonds timely filed the 7-day Pre-General Election C-4 report for Friends of Yen.
Based on these findings, the fact the Huynh is a first-time candidate and promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Yen Huynh about the importance of timely and accurately filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/121697 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""121697 Cotto Juan L-2 Lobbyist BAP Order (CY 22).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5681/121697%20Cotto%20Juan%20L-2%20Lobbyist%20BAP%20Order%20%28CY%2022%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""Amended 121697 Cotto Juan L2 Hearing Notice CY22.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5681/Amended%20121697%20Cotto%20Juan%20L2%20Hearing%20Notice%20CY22.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Juan Cotto"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2023-04-14"", ""due_date"" : ""2023-05-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2023-04-07"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - Penalty""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2023 10:54:22 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 1933 5674 121687 02/22/2023 04/17/2023 PDC Staff Dawa'son Goes Behind Goes Behind, Dawa'son: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyPDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Although the campaign showed a pattern of inadequate reporting and filing C-3 and C-4 reports late, the campaign has remedied the issues named in the complaint. Based on our case review, in this instance, staff has determined that failure to timely and accurately show contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports and failure to disclose spousal information on the F-1 reports does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Dontae Payne will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports for the 2021 and 2023 campaigns and their failure to disclose spousal information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) reports for years 2020, 2021, and 2022. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Payne follow all reporting requirements moving forward. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/113355 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""113355 Ewing Kevin Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5583/113355%20Ewing%20Kevin%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113355 Ewing Kevin Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113355 Ewing Kevin Complaint Return Letter .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5583/113355%20Ewing%20Kevin%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""113355 Ewing Kevin Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5583/113355%20Ewing%20Kevin%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/18/2025 10:22:14 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1940 6570 151188 02/15/2024 02/14/2024 Conner Edwards JoAnne Chambers Chambers, JoAnne: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY'22, FEB'24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Investigation of Possible Violation Candidate - LocalThis case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities by using official email to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition. Specifically, the complaint alleged that Chief Shumate’s email response to an email inquiry from a member of the public, asking if he endorsed candidate Darrin Wallace in the upcoming election, violated .555.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to respond to a member of the public’s specific inquiry regarding whether the Respondent endorsed a candidate for election does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Steve Shumate received a formal written warning concerning his use of official work email to discuss endorsing a candidate for office. PDC staff expects that, in the future, he will not use public office/agency resources (facilities) in this manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/114256 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""114256 Shumate Steve Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5621/114256%20Shumate%20Steve%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""114256 Shumate Steve Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5621/114256%20Shumate%20Steve%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""114256 Shumate Steve Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5621/114256%20Shumate%20Steve%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/30/2023 04:21:47 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 1942 5679 121692 02/22/2023 03/24/2023 PDC Staff Eric Warwick Warwick, Eric: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 Monthly
The complaint alleged Citizens for Good Governance PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) report disclosing Committee expenditures made during the 2021 Election for electioneering communications, specifically a mailer that opposed Mary (Peggy) Shepard, a 2021 candidate seeking re-election to the office of Mayor of Snoqualmie.
On February 10, 2022, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.305 for failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) report. The Committee paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the matter is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the July 21, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $75 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/109549 150.00 75.00 75.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""109549 Bryant Austin Candidate F-1 BAP Order wCover.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5320/109549%20Bryant%20Austin%20Candidate%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20wCover.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""109549 Bryant Austin Candidate F1 BAP Hearing Notice GE22.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5320/109549%20Bryant%20Austin%20Candidate%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20GE22.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Austin Bryant"", ""address"" : ""23425 SE Black Nugget Rd, Apt F103 Issaquah, WA 98029"", ""order_date"" : ""2022-08-11"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-09-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended penalty is PD w/in 30 days & no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 75.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2022 03:00:20 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 1947 5507 110946 07/14/2022 07/14/2022 10/06/2022 David Miller City of Normandy Park Officials City of Normandy Park Officials: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for using public facilities to support a ballot proposition (EY22, July22) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 14, 2022. The complaint alleged that the officials of the City of Normandy Park (the City), may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public resources to support the passage of Proposition No. 1 (Prop. 1), a Civic Center Capital Improvements General Obligation Bond appearing on the August 2, 2022 Primary Election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation No. 04-02; and the response provided by City Manager Amy Arrington, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the written materials provided by the City regarding Prop. 1 were limited to factual information. However, the inclusion of a direct message for voters to approve the passage of Prop. 1 on the August 2, 2022 Primary Election ballot during the City’s “Wrap Up” constituted direct advocacy for a ballot measure.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, inclusion of non-factual language encouraging voters to approve the August 2, 2022 bond does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, City of Normandy Park Officials will receive a formal written warning concerning the inclusion of non-factual language encouraging voters to approve a bond. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the City closely review the written and verbal content of materials and communication regarding bonds or levies to ensure that they are fact-based in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 04-02. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules; the responses provided by, and on behalf of, the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to communicate support and endorsement of a candidate to county employees does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Rick Scott received a formal written warning concerning his use of official work email to discuss endorsing a candidate for office. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that, in the future, he will not use public office/agency resources (facilities) in this manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to respond to a member of the public’s specific inquiry regarding whether the Respondent endorsed a candidate for election does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Casey Stratton received a formal written warning concerning his use of official work email to discuss endorsing a candidate for office. PDC staff expects that, in the future, he will not use public office/agency resources (facilities) in this manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Davy Ray (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based upon the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Furthermore, the Respondent is not required to file an F-1 report and we are closing this case administratively.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Nicolas Duchastel about the importance of including sponsor identification, including name and address of the sponsor, on political advertising in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Edward Cale, IV (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file an F-1 report covering the twelve months prior to candidacy does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Edward Calve, IV received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of candidacy. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Edward Cale, IV timely files all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer Jay Petterson on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the C-3 reports submitted for the 2022 Campaign originally disclosed an over-limit contribution, the Respondent did not actually receive $2,000 in monetary contributions from Vulcan, Inc. for the 2022 Primary Election and that the reporting error occurred during the Campaign’s transition from using ORCA to NGP to submit reports. During the investigation, PDC staff found no evidence that the reporting error was intentional or otherwise meant to mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the original disclosure of an apparent over-limit monetary contribution for the 2022 Primary Election and failure to timely amend the C-3 report disclosing the contribution correctly, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Marko Liias about the importance of reviewing campaign reports using the PDC website to ensure accurate and timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically when switching between reporting software vendors, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/137289 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""137289 Liias Marko Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5804/137289%20Liias%20Marko%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""137289 Liias Marko Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""137289 Liias Marko Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5804/137289%20Liias%20Marko%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""137289 Liias Marko Reminder - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5804/137289%20Liias%20Marko%20Reminder%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 08/02/2023 02:23:05 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 1955 6615 151249 02/20/2024 02/20/2024 06/05/2025 Conner Edwards Jacobson, Mia Jacobson, Mia: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports (EY23, Feb24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local "On April 4, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified the Respondet of alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports during the 2023 election.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Mia Jacobson completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU on April 25, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/151249 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6615/Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Initial hearing results to respondent"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""151249 Mia Jacobson SOU (Signed).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6615/151249%20Mia%20Jacobson%20SOU%20%28Signed%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151249 Jacobson Mia Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6615/151249%20Jacobson%20Mia%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151249 Mia Jacobson BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6615/151249%20Mia%20Jacobson%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/05/2025 07:58:01 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 1956 3648 SC 17-2-04616-34 08/14/2017 10/27/2017 State of Washington Pierce County Democratic Central Committee SC 17-2-04616-34 Pierce County Democratic Central Committee (Thurston County Superior Court) "For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 38520.00 15890.00 0.00 22630.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Pierce County Democratic Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2017-10-25"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-12-31"", ""amount"" : 38520.00, ""description"" : ""$31,780 with $15,890 suspended. Costs & Fees: $5,000 in attorney fees; $1,500 in investigation costs, and $240 in court costs (Paid to State). \""agrees to pay the State the unsuspended portion of the civil penalty ($15,890) and fees and costs ($6,740) in installments of $3,000 on January 1 and July 1 each year starting in 2018 until paid in full."", ""suspended_amount"" : 15890.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$15,890 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-29"", ""amount"" : 1165.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-12-10"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-06-24"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-12-13"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-01-01"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid AG""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-07-01"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid AG""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-12-17"", ""amount"" : 3465.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-05-22"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/30/2021 10:09:13 AM 1957 6259 143912 10/12/2023 10/11/2023 01/12/2024 Michelle Perry Anna Saenz Saenz, Anna: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (OCT'23, EY'23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Candidates and committees choosing mini reporting do not file contribution and expenditure reports, but they must file a registration statement, keep records of their contributions and expenditures, and comply with disclosure requirements.
It is not prohibited for candidates to attend campaign events, civic engagement related events, or “Get out the vote” (GOTV) events with other candidates. GOTV events aim to increase voter turnout in elections and often focus their efforts on voter registration and encouragement of voting.
Although the law prohibits using campaign funds to make a contribution to another candidate or political committee (other than using surplus funds to give to a political party or caucus committee), it is OK for a candidate to use his or her campaign money to pay for costs to attend an event held by another candidate, a political party or committee so long as attending the event is directly related to the candidate's own campaign and the candidate's campaign only pays the per-person cost of consumables provided at the event. That is, the candidate uses his or her campaign money only to pay for his or her share of the actual cost of food, beverages, preparation, catering and entertainment furnished at the event. If the candidate wishes to pay the full admission charge, he or she must use his or her personal funds to do so.
Candidates may work together, or with other entities, to coordinate campaign events but if there are event costs, attributable to a candidate, then those costs should be shared by all candidates who receive a benefit from the event. We encourage candidates to directly pay the vendor, their share of the costs, and report their share of the costs as an expenditure in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system.
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports during the 2023 election does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Anna Saenz will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on the Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) report and Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) report. Staff expects that they will file all required reports of contributions and expenditures timely and accurately in future years. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by Rudi Alcott and Carol Greiling on behalf of the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Respondent may not have been familiar with the statutory definition of “commercial advertiser” or the fact that they met this definition and were legally required to comply with the provisions of the public inspection cited in RCW 42.17A.345. Although Sound Publishing ultimately provided the sponsor information to the Complainant, it was not readily available as required.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to immediately provide sponsor information upon request as a commercial advertiser does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Sound Publishing will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely respond and disclose the sponsor of political advertisement upon request as a commercial advertiser. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Sound Publishing timely responds to requests for public inspection of the books of account in future election campaigns. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Mr. Clark’s spouse did not have reportable income during calendar year 2022 and that his role as a board member of King County Directors’ Association (KCDA) met the exception described in RCW 42.17A.710(d) and was also not reportable.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While our investigation found that Mr. Dobbs was the sponsor of two political advertisements and failed to timely file C-6 reports and include sponsor identification information, he was inexperienced and unfamiliar with the PDC requirements pertaining to independent expenditures and sponsor identification requirements on political advertisement. Additionally, our investigation also found no prior PDC violations against Mr. Dobbs.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification for Independent Expenditure advertisements and failure to timely file C-6 reports disclosing those IEs supporting the 2023 Tricia Cleek and Randy Smith campaigns, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Glenn Dobbs will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely report Independent Expenditures for political advertising, including his failure to include sponsor identification requirements on political advertising supporting two 2023 candidates. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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WILLAIM RENEAU
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STACEY LOFLIN
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Jaime Cross (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file an F-1 report within two weeks of candidacy does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jaime Cross received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity for the preceding twelve months within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Jaime Cross timely file all required reports in future years, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mr. Martinelli; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint included additional allegations regarding possible inaccurate disclosure of reportable income on the F-1, Section 1. No evidence was found showed that Mr. Martinelli failed to include sources of income required by statute.
Anthony Martinelli was an unsuccessful candidate in 2017 and had a separate individual acting as his treasurer and filing campaign reports. During the 2019 Des Moines City Council campaign, other than approximately one month, he served as his own treasurer and did not list any other officers or committee members. It appears that his failure to disclose adequate descriptions for campaign expenditures on C-4 reports, the mistaken entry of an expenditure as candidate’s personal funds, and his failure to disclose a reportable business ownership interest on his candidate F-1, was due to inexperience and general misunderstanding. Mr. Martinelli responded promptly to the complaint, worked with PDC staff to correct his reports and has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports and failure to include a reportable business ownership interest on the candidate F-1 report, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mr. Martinelli about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all expenditure activities, specifically including any required detail and vendor breakdown as prescribed in WAC, the timely and accurate disclosure of candidate’s personal funds deposited into the campaign account, and the timely and accurate disclosure of all reportable financial information on F-1 reports in any future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, the distribution of the proposed budget and budget message, in the form of a mailer and that included the image and messaging of the mayor, during the election cycle when the mayor was running for re-election, does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
However, because RCW 35A.33.055 is silent about if and how the mayor would distribute budget-related messaging to the public, PDC staff reminds Mike Nelson to exercise caution during election years in which he is a candidate. To avoid concerns, budget-related communications would be preferably sent to the public after the election in those years.
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The Committee has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a continuing political committee since 2020. The Committee participated in the 2023 primary and general elections and was required to file Pre-Primary and Pre-General Election C-4 reports, and Post-Primary and Post-General Election C-4 reports during the 2023 election.
Specifically, the Committee was required to file a 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report on October 17, 2023, covering the period September 1 through October 16, 2023, and a 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report on October 31, 2023, covering the period October 17 through 30, 2023. The Committee was required to file weekly C-3 reports for the 2023 election cycle beginning July 1, 2023, disclosing monetary contributions received and deposited the previous five calendar days. In addition, the Committee made independent expenditures (IE) within 21 days of the November 7, 2023 general election, which required the Committee to file C-6 reports within 24 hours of presenting the IE advertisements to the public.
On November 7, 2023, the Committee filed a C-4 report covering the period October 1 through October 31, 2023, disclosing $180 in monetary contributions received, and $16,150.58 in total Committee expenditures. The Committee expenditures included a $7,953.12 expenditure made on October 9, 2023 for an IE in Everett; and a $6,316.68 expenditure made on October 11, 2023 for an IE in Lake Stevens. The report also disclosed a $1,000 expenditure made to The Soto’s Photos on October 17, 2023, for “Photography.”
During calendar year 2023, the Committee filed most of its C-3 and C-4 reports late. The late filed C-3 and C-4 reports disclosed contribution and expenditure activities that were undertaken by the Committee during the year. While most of the late filed reports contained small amounts of contribution and expenditure activities, there were several reports that included two C-6 reports that were filed late disclosing two IE’s. Those IE’s constituted violations as detailed below.
Late filed reports addressed with the Committee completing a Statement of Understanding (SOU):
(1) Late filed 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report: The C-4 report filed by the Committee and referenced above disclosed a $7,953.12 IE made in support of Demetria Chatters, a 2023 candidate for the Everett City Council, and a $6,316.68 IE made in support of Gloria Ngezaho, a 2023 candidate seeking election to the Lake Stevens Council. Both expenditures were required to be disclosed on October 17, 2023, on the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report. The Committee filed a monthly C-4 report on November 7, 2023, 21 days late and on the date of the general election, disclosing the $14,269.80 for the two IE mailers.
(2) Late filed C-3 report: On November 7, 2023, the Committee filed a C-3 report disclosing a $25,000 monetary contribution had been received from the NAACP of Snohomish County, and that the funds were received and deposited on September 23, 2023. The C-3 report was required to have been filed no later than September 25, 2023, and was filed 43 days late by the Committee.
(3) Late filed C-6 report: On November 9, 2023, the Committee filed a C-6 report disclosing the same $7,953.12 IE as discussed above. The C-6 report disclosed the Committee mailed out an 18,936-piece IE political advertisement in support of Ms. Chatters to voters on October 23, 2023. The report was due to have been filed on October 24, 2023, was filed 16 days late, and two days after the November 7, 2023 general election.
(4) Late filed C-6 report: On November 9, 2023, the Committee also filed a C-6 report disclosing the same $6,316.38 IE as discussed above. The C-6 report disclosed that Committee mailed out a 15,039-piece IE political advertisement to voters on October 24, 2023. The report was due to have been filed by the Committee on October 25, 2023, was filed 15 days late, and two days after the November 7, 2023 general election.
On February 7, 2024, the Snohomish Ebony PAC completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .260 for failing to file the four reports listed above, and paid a $1,000 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violations in lieu of having a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP) scheduled.
Allegation of exceeding contribution limits to Demetria Chatters (RCW 42.17A.405 and WAC 390-05-210)
RCW 42.17A.005(15)(a) states in part that ""Contribution"" includes: (ii) “An expenditure made by a person in cooperation, consultation, or concert with, or at the request or suggestion of, a candidate, a political or incidental committee, the person or persons named on the candidate's or committee's registration form who direct expenditures on behalf of the candidate or committee, or their agents; (iii) The financing by a person of the dissemination, distribution, or republication, in whole or in part, of broadcast, written, graphic, digital, or other form of political advertising or electioneering communication prepared by a candidate, a political or incidental committee, or its authorized agent…”
WAC 390-05-210(6) concerns consulting with a political committee and states in part that “An expenditure made by a person in cooperation, consultation, concert, or collaboration with, or at the request or suggestion of a political committee” is a contribution to/from the political committee. And (d) states in part: “An expenditure is made by or in consultation with any person who, during the twelve months preceding the expenditure, is or has been receiving any form of campaign-related compensation or reimbursement from the political committee or it’s agent….”
The Committee stated in their response that the individual responsible for filing the PDC reports “stepped away from the role” during 2022, and that “contributed to the outdated C1pc filing for the Snohomish Ebony PAC’s leadership.” The response stated that Ms. Chatters was the official Committee Treasurer during part of calendar year 2022, but at the first 2023 Committee meeting in March or 2023, “our organization appointed Louis Harris to be the treasurer.” The Committee stated that Ms. Chatters committed to serving as a board member while she was initially running as a candidate for Everett City Council, but there were two occasions during early calendar year 2023 when Ms. Chatters “stepped in to support SEPAC” and file the missing PDC reports since the Committee could not timely find a new Treasurer.
Ms. Chatters assisted the Committee in bringing the Committee reports into compliance, and once the reports were brought up to date, she “officially stepped away from her board duties and was no longer involved in the decision making at SEPAC” or filed any further PDC reports. Regarding the Committee consulting, collaborating, or cooperating with Ms. Chatters “in any facet of the mailer’s creation or production, we can say with certainty that did not happen.” The Committee stated that while they were supportive of Ms. Chatters due to “her hard work and dedication to the community, she was not involved with activities of the Snohomish Ebony PAC after 08/2023” which including the creation and sending of the mailer. The Committee stated that “this information can be corroborated by our organization’s minutes for all our meetings in 2023” that were submitted for PDC staff to review.
Ms. Chatters confirmed that information in her response to the complaint filed against her in PDC Case 144428, stating that she had served on the Snohomish Ebony PAC’s Executive board prior to the 2023 election cycle and “when their treasurer moved out of state, I stepped up to fill the need of reconciling their financial records and bringing their reporting into compliance.” She informed the Committee of her “intention to run for the Everett City Council in January of 2023, when I filed with the PDC for my campaign committee.”
PDC staff conducted a search of the expenditures database and found there were no payments or expenditures made to Demetria Chatters by the Snohomish Ebony PAC for “compensation” or any “reimbursement” during the four years of the committee’s existence, or more importantly during the twelve-month lookback period as outlined in WAC 390-05. In the response, the Committee stated that this allegation was “the subject of an unfortunate departure of one of our key compliance monitors.”
There was no evidence found that Snohomish Ebony PAC and Ms. Chatters “consulted” or “collaborated” with each other concerning the IE mailer, or that Ms. Chatters had knowledge about the IE, prior to it being presented to the public on October 23, 2023.
Allegation of failing to include sponsor identification (RCW 42.17A.320)
The Committee sponsored and distributed two IE advertisements during the 2023 election, that required the Committee to include the name, complete mailing address, and a statement that ""No candidate authorized this ad” followed by the top 5 contributor information.
The Committee stated in their response that the failure to include the Top 5 contributor information and the “No candidate authorized this ad” statement on the two IE direct mail advertisements “was a regrettable oversight.” While it was clear that the Committee sponsored the IE, they acknowledged “the importance of this requirement and are committed to ensuring all future communications are fully compliant. This error was unintentional and arose during a period of high activity within our organization which led to a lapse in our usual checks and balances.”
Finally, the Committee noted that there does not seem to be “a way to rectify this issue” after the fact to correct the omitted sponsor identification information on the two IE political advertisements.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. As noted above, no evidence was found that the Snohomish Ebony PAC consulted or collaborated with Ms. Chatters concerning the independent expenditure, and the allegation of exceeding contribution limits is dismissed.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the Snohomish Ebony PAC concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3, C-4 and C-6 reports in the future when registered as a political committee. The warning includes providing the required details for contributions, expenditures, and independent expenditures, and to be sure to include the complete sponsor identification such as the “Notice to Voters” and Top 5 contributors language on all future independent expenditure advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved prior to the date of the hearing via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a Statement of Understanding, and $100 payment.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaint and noted that on/or about late October 2023, Robert (Bob) Peterson’s Campaign (Respondent) created and presented campaign political advertisings to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on his campaign related advertisement, the Respondent was not aware or well versed with the statutory sponsor identification requirements related to political advertisement. Additionally, the Respondent was responsive to PDC staff and promptly responded to the complaint and took responsibility for the error.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement during the 2023 election year.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent publicly declared as a candidate with Elections on May 14, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 28, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on September 4, 2019, which is 99 days late.
In his response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated that noncompliance was the result of an erroneous belief that he was not required to file a C-1 report because he did not intend to raise, collect or spend any money on his campaign.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely file C-1 reports in future years. The Commission may consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the submission of the missing reports and a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty payment.
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On February 24, 2021, James Ray Smith filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for Mayor for the City of Lynnwood, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Smith previously served several terms on the Lynnwood City Council before seeking election in 2019, and he is an incumbent Lynnwood City Council member after being elected to the office in that year.
On June 30, 2022, the Campaign filed an amended C-3 report disclosing Mike Echelberger’s occupation and employment information as “Retired”, and correcting the date received for the contribution from Mr. Echelbarger from December 16, 2020, to September 16, 2021. The amended C-3 report with the corrected date received for this contribution resolves the allegation listed in your complaint concerning the late candidate registration, as the candidacy did not actually begin in late 2020.
On July 17, 2022, the Campaign filed the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report covering the period September 1 through October 11, 2021, disclosing that $4,600 in monetary contributions had been received, and $4,036 in expenditures made. The 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was due to have been filed no later than October 12, 2021 and was filed 278 days late by the Campaign. The 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosed a $3,471 expenditure was made to James Smith on October 7, 2021, for “Postage costs, mail permits, and purchase of stamps”, and two expenditures totaling $565 were made to USPS also on October 7, 2021, for “Postage costs, mail permits, and purchase of stamps.”
On August 7, 2022, the Campaign filed the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report covering the period October 12 through 25, 2021, disclosing $1,971.77 in candidate in-kind contributions had been received and $3,275.46 in expenditures had been made. The 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was due to have been filed no later than October 26, 2021 and was filed 281 days late by the Campaign. The 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosed: (1) a $1,329.32 expenditure was made to ADG Printing on October 20, 2021, to print 2,000 Postcards; (2) five expenditures were made to the USPS between October 13 through 18, 2021, totaling $1,896.63 for postage costs; (3) a $1,329.32 candidate in-kind contribution/loan was made to ADG Printing on October 21, 2021, to print postcards; and (4) a $642.45 candidate in-kind contribution/loan was made to the USPS on October 23, 2021, for postage paid.
On August 7, 2022, the Campaign filed the Post General Election C-4 report covering the period October 26 through November 30, 2021, disclosing $2,070.47 in candidate in-kind contributions received and $3,418.16 in expenditures made. The Post General Election C-4 report was due to have been filed no later than December 10, 2021 and was filed 241 days late by the Campaign. The Post General Election C-4 report disclosed: (1) a $2,000.05 expenditure made to ADG Printing on October 26, 2021, to print 2,000 Postcards; (2) a $1,418.11 expenditure made to James Smith reimbursing him for “Printing literature, fliers, postcards, etc.…”; and (3) a total of $2,070.47 candidate in-kind contribution/loan were made that included $2,000.05 made to ADG Printing on October 27, 2021, to print 2,000 Postcards, and $70.42 for postage.
On August 22, 2022, the Campaign filed a C-3 report disclosing $2,000 in monetary contributions had been deposited on November 1, 2021. The contributions included a $1,000 monetary contribution received from an individual on November 1, 2021; and two $500 monetary contributions received on October 14, 2021, from the Lynnwood Police Officers Association and the Snohomish County Republican Party, respectively. The two $500 contributions received by the Campaign on October 14, 2021, were required to be disclosed on a C-3 report by October 25, 2021, and the $1,000 contribution was required to have been disclosed no later than December 10, 2021.
Between August 23 through 30, 2022, the Campaign filed amended C-4 reports for the 2021 election for the months of May and June, and the 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report correcting information previously disclosed on those reports.
On September 8, 2022, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) in the mail along with a check for the $600 civil penalty in this matter to resolve the allegations concerning the late filed C-3 and C-4 reports. The SOU completed by Mr. Smith acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file three C-4 reports and one C-3 report during the 2021 election cycle.
As noted above, the amended C-3 report corrected the date received for the Mike Echelbarger contribution, so no evidence was found that the James Smith Campaign failed to timely register as a candidate for the 2021 election cycle, and that allegation is dismissed.
The three C-4 reports and one C-3 report listed above were all filed by the Campaign well after the November 2, 2021, general election had been held, and are campaign finance violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Mr. Smith completed a SOU acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, and he paid a $600 civil penalty to resolve the three late filed C-4 reports that included the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports, the Post General Election C-4 report, and one late filed C-3 report.
As to the sponsor identification allegation, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to James Smith concerning the requirements to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by his Campaign, including the words “Paid for” or “Sponsored by” followed by his name and the complete mailing address. The formal written warning resolves that allegation and includes staff’s expectation that James Smith will include the sponsor identification on all future political advertisements sponsored by him. James Smith will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings, including the completed SOU, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. James Smith served as his own Treasurer, and he has no prior PDC violations or complaints filed against him. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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PDC staff will now close PDC Case 65093 administratively and remove Mario Brown's from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance
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PDC staff reviewed your allegation; the attachment provided with the complaint; the applicable statute, rule(s), and reporting requirements; the September 5, 2023, response to the complaint provided by Barbara Marney, Treasurer, on behalf of Fifty Plus One PAC (Committee); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The complaint alleged that the Committee failed to properly identify as a sponsored committee in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and WAC 390-16-011A. Specifically, you alleged that the Committee received “more than 80% of its funding sourced from one primary source in 2023 by receiving $5000 in 2023 from cash contributions and of this it was entirely from another secretive PAC named Washington Medical Political Action Committee.” You attached a C-3 report (report # 110160540) as evidence of the alleged violation.
In its response to the complaint, received on September 5, 2023, the Committee stated: “A political committee is considered sponsored under WAC 390-16-011A when it receives 80% or more of its contributions from a single person or entity during the relevant period of time. Here, the PAC participated in the August 1, 2023 primary election. Therefore, the relevant time period is June 1, 2022 through June2, 2023 (The PAC is not organized to support a particular candidate or ballot measure). From July 21, 2022 (when the PAC received its first contribution) to June 2, 2023, the PAC received a total of $52,600 in contributions. Of that total, the Washington Medical Political Action Committee (Committee) contributed $10,000. Thus, the PAC did not receive 80% or more of its contributions from the Committee (or from any other single person or entity) during the relevant period of time. On July 19, 2023, the PAC received a further contribution of $5,000 from the Committee. This contribution is the focus of Mr. Morgan’s complaint. However, the $5,000 contribution was made after the June 2, 2023 cutoff, and therefore should not be included in any calculation to determine whether the PAC was a sponsored committee. Even if the contribution were considered for such purposes, the PAC still did not receive 80% or more of its contributions from the Committee: from July 21, 2022 to July 19, 2023, the PAC received 26% of its contributions from the Committee. Mr. Morgan asserts that the PAC received 100% of its funding from the Committee, but that is because Mr. Morgan is mistakenly considering contributions from 2023 only.”
Pursuant to WAC 390-16-011A, staff noted, that going back twelve months from when the Committee received a $5,000 contribution from Washington Medical Political Action Committee on July 19, 2023, (to July 2022), the Committee received about 26.2% of its contributions from Washington Medical Political Action Committee, which is less than the statutory required 80% for the Washington Medical Political Action Committee to qualify as a sponsor.
Based on the staff’s review of the complaint submitted, the written responses provided by the respondent, and the attachment provided, no evidence was found to substantiate a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and WAC 390-16-011A.
PDC staff therefore determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the complaint and the response from the Washington State Nurses Association PAC and found the following:
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on an L-2 report for calendar year 2021, specifically for the month of November of 2021.
The case was resolved via the submission of the missing report and a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty payment.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation No. 04-02; and the response provided by Attorney Andrew Tsoming with Ogden Murphy Wallace, PLLC on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff found no evidence to support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by the Respondent when reviewing the materials provided with the complaint or in the response.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file some contribution and expenditures reports. As a candidate registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option, the Respondent was required to file timely C-3 and C-4 reports, including the 21—Day pre-general C-4 report for a candidate who appeared in the general election in the 2023 election year. However, staff did note that the Respondent inadvertently selected the “Full Reporting” instead of “Mini Reporting” option when he originally filed his Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC.
Based on the staff’s review, this complaint was resolved through a formal warning letter to the Respondent.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting was due in large part to the lack of knowledge by the Respondent as a new candidate and treasurer. Although restrictions from COVID further limited the Respondent’s resources and the campaign reporting was late, staff found no evidence that the late reporting was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2020 Danimus Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ann Marie Danimus will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for her 2020 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Danimus timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's findings, and the fact the advertising was sponsored by the Committee and candidate pictured in the advertising, with no intent to conceal sponsorship, staff has determined in this instance, the failure to identify the sponsor of political advertising and also timely and accurately file expenditure reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Brett Gailey about the importance of sponsor identification and importance of accurately and timely filing all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.555 states, in part: “No elective official nor any employee of his or her office nor any person appointed to or employed by any public office or agency may use or authorize the use of any of the facilities of a public office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office or for the promotion of or opposition to any ballot proposition.”
Kevin Erickson has been an incumbent School Director for the FSD since being elected to that office in 2010. In his June 26, 2023, response, Mr. Erickson stated he was Chair or Presiding Officer at the May 30, 2023, Ferndale School Board meeting where Nancy Button signed up to make comments during the public comment section of the meeting.
Ms. Button is a former FSD school teacher who resigned her position with the district in June of 2021, and along with several other citizens has been critical of the FSD school board and its policies, making public comments at several FSD board meetings in 2022. According to a February 7, 2023, article in the Cascadia Daily News, Ms. Button filed a formal ethics complaint in late January or early February of 2023, against FSD board members for alleged activities that took place during her failed attempt to be appointed to an open FSD school board position.
According to the article and prior public comments made by Ms. Button in the videos reviewed by PDC staff, since Ms. Button’s retirement in June of 2021, she has spoken or made comments during multiple public comment segments at school board meetings to share her thoughts on a variety of topics.
At the November 2022 FSD School Board meeting, the article stated, the “school board reviewed its public comment policy and moved to limit each session to 45 minutes with a 3-minute limit for each speaker. In recent months, the school board has also decided to enforce the rule that only residents of Ferndale and employees can speak during public comment — a rule they’d been lax on in the past.” After reviewing the public comment policy language, it was determined that the FSD president has the right to “interrupt or terminate an individual’s statement when it is too lengthy, defamatory, abusive, repetitive, obscene or irrelevant.”
Ms. Button began her comments at the May 30, 2023, FSD Board meeting by stating that she is a 2023 candidate for School Director, and then she proceeded to discuss some of the issues that she had testified about at earlier school board meetings during the public comment section. Ms. Button made several references concerning her beliefs about the lack of transparency on the part of the FSD School Board, and PDC staff’s review of the meeting video indicated she addressed the board about the Open Public Meetings Act (OMPA) and stated the board was “being sued concerning this important piece of legislation.”
Ms. Button stated that if she were elected to the FSD school board, she would take the open public meetings law “seriously” and would work to ensure compliance with it. Ms. Button went on to discuss sexual education curriculum and the school board’s ethics policy. She ended her comments by stating, “Through developing transparency, I hope to attract back the families that have abandoned our district.""
Mr. Erickson stated that Ms. Button had spoken at several earlier school board meetings about the transparency and OPMA issues, the appointment process, the board’s handling of Covid-related issues such as masking, testing and vaccine mandates, and Critical Race Theory. He stated that she had previously discussed these “issues as it relates to the OPMA litigation” and acknowledged that the FSD board was involved in before Ms. Button became a 2023 candidate. He added that in his mind at the time Ms. Button was making her comments it “was a challenging call as to whether her comments were a violation or not.”
Mr. Erickson added that Button’s comments in support of her candidacy were part of a common theme that Ms. Button had repeatedly made in the past few at other school board meetings. He stated, “depending on one’s frame of reference an argument could be made in either direction” and that “over the past few years, public comments have become more and more contentious and silencing speakers, even when blatantly out of line, more difficult.” He added that he wished he would have “at least reminded her that public comment was not an appropriate forum for campaigning. Unfortunately, I doubt that she or her supporters would have felt it represented campaigning and would have potentially only escalated the situation. It’s also much easier to come up with a solution outside the moment than when living it.”
Mr. Erickson said that he did “not have the luxury of on-site legal counsel available to me to decide on an issue such as this at the time and simply had to do my best in the moment.” He stated that “It's easy for someone from the outside to say that I should or shouldn’t have allowed Ms. Button to continue.” Mr. Erickson stated that he was “aware” of RCW 42.17A.555, and basically understand the intent, and that he did his best “to make sure that I am not in violation of such.”
Mr. Erickson stated that his “decision to allow Ms. Button to continue was not made out of disregard for RCW 42.17A.555 or out of any disregard for campaigning rules and restriction. It was simply the best decision I could make in real time based on the information and resources that were available to me in the moment. If my decision was in error, I apologize.”
Mr. Erickson stated that FSD’s policy covering the public comment section of the board meetings provided him with some information concerning the policy, but added that at the next FSD meeting, he intended “to add a reminder that district facilities and/or resources cannot be used for personal campaigning, and this includes public comment at our board meetings.” He stated he has served as FSD Board President “multiple times and presided over several regular and special meetings,” but added that he has not received any formal training from the district “on presiding over public comment.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
PDC staff is reminding Kevin Erickson concerning the prohibitions found in RCW 42.17A.555 against using Ferndale School District resources and facilities, including allowing citizens to make statements in support of their candidacies, or in support or opposition of any other candidate or ballot proposition, during the public comment section of a district school board meeting.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response to the complaint, Papyan stated the expenditures were categorized incorrectly and were refunded contributions and a loan repayment.
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the improper disposal of surplus funds does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Armen Papyan will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Armen Papyan follow PDC regulations for proper disposing of campaign funds as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint also alleged violations RCW 42.17A.430 regarding the disposal of funds and RCW 42.17A.555 regarding the use of public facilities, neither of which are applicable to bona fide party committees.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Walter Smith, legal counsel for the Clark County Democratic Central Committee (CCDCC); the applicable C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found that CCDCC made several errors in reporting their 2016, 2017 and 2018 campaign activities that required amendments to be submitted to correct missing, incorrect or incomplete data regarding contributions and expenditures. Many of these errors were corrected by the committee after receiving the complaint and none of those errors appear to have been intentional or otherwise meant to mislead the public, and they were not material.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, for calendar years 2016, 2017 and 2018, CCDCC’s failure to disclose specific expenditures timely and include the required description, failure to timely report a monetary contribution, reporting incorrect employer and occupation information for individual contributors giving more than $100 in the aggregate, and depositing a small number of contributions late, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Clark County Democratic Central Committee received a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately and timely disclose all contribution and expenditures, including detailed expenditure descriptions, all occupation and employer information for individual donors and timely deposits of contributions received. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that CCDCC accurately and timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and makes deposits within five business days of receipt of contributions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
A complaint was filed against the NoVoteFortney.com, alleging a violation of RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the proper sponsor identification on political advertising that was undertaken in the form of a website. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint; the applicable statutes, rules, the email exchanges with Domains by Proxy and GoDaddy; and the email response from Carol Rose, Respondent; to determine whether the record supports a finding of a violation. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff was initially not able to ascertain who sponsored the NoVoteFortney.Com domain name and website.
On September 22, 2023, staff sent an email to Domains by Proxy requesting the name and contact information concerning the individual(s) who purchased the domain name for the NoVoteFortney.Com website.
On October 3, 2023, staff received a response to the email from GoDaddy stating: “If you seek the identity or account information of a GoDaddy customer in connection with a civil or criminal legal matter, you must fax, mail, or serve GoDaddy.com, LLC with a valid subpoena. For criminal matters, you must be a member of the law enforcement community.”
On November 1, 2023, the PDC received a response from Domains by Proxy to a PDC subpoena providing the requested names, email addresses and a telephone number. PDC staff sent an email to the email address provided in the documents received but no response was received.
On November 30, 2023, PDC staff contacted Carol Rose by telephone, and Ms. Rose stated that the NoVoteFortney.Com website was hers, that she used her own funds and spent $14 to register the domain name and an additional $232 in web hosting fees. Ms. Rose stated the following in an email to PDC staff after being contacted by telephone: “Thanks for the discussion and information. Having never done this before, I didn't realize I needed to put my name on the website. Please let me know if you need anything more from me.”
PDC staff did not find evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to Carol Rose concerning the requirement that in the future, if she sponsors political advertising that supports or opposes candidates and/or ballot proposition, she is required to include the sponsor’s name and address in the advertisement. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff has dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by James Lovell (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely file an F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, James Lovell received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely file an F-1 report within two weeks of candidacy. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that James Lovell timely file all future required F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On January 5, 2023, Michael Steadman filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for election to the office of Thurston County Commissioner, Position #5, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Jaclynn Simmons as Campaign Treasurer. Mr. Steadman is an incumbent Lacey City Councilmember since being elected to that position in 2013, and he was re-elected to that position in 2017 and 2021.
On April 21, 2023, the 2023 Citizens for Michael Steadman for Thurston County Commissioner (Campaign) disclosed making a $388.08 expenditure on the April 2023 C-4 report to Capitol City Press for “1,000 stickers for signs.” Your complaint allegation questioned that expenditure and asked where the signs came from for the stickers that the campaign purchased.
Mr. Steadman stated his 2020 Thurston County Commissioner Campaign had yard signs leftover after the 2020 general election was held, and that he stored for possible use in a future campaign. He stated his Campaign has “amended the May 10th C-4 report to show the reused signs at the value purchased in 2020 with the sizes and quantity.”
On July 7, 2023, the Campaign filed an amended C-4 report for April of 2023, disclosing two in-kind contributions totaling $4.552.49 from Mr. Steadman and both made on April 21, 2023, for yard signs left over and reused from the 2020 Campaign. Those two in-kind contributions included: (1) 500-yard signs reused from 2020 totaling $2,145.69; and (2) 250-yard signs reused from 2020 totaling $2,406.80.
On February 8, 2023, the Campaign filed the January 2023 C-4 initial report disclosing a $1,000 beginning cash on hand balance in surplus funds carried forward into the current campaign. Mr. Steadman stated that The Michael Steadman Surplus Fund account had a balance of $950 leftover from the 2020 Campaign for Thurston County Commissioner.
Mr. Steadman stated that he deposited $50 in personal funds into the surplus funds account on February 28, 2022, and that he filed a C-3 report disclosing that deposit on July 10, 2023. He stated that the Michael Steadman surplus funds account also filed a C-4 report on July 10, 2023, disclosing the $1,000 in surplus funds “being brought into the 2023 campaign” or carried forward from the 2020 Campaign.
For the 2020 campaign, Mr. Steadman stated that his Campaign has filed amended C-4 reports for calendar years 2019 and 2020 correcting the reporting “errors” that failed to include the number of items printed/mailed, the quantities of yard signs purchased, and the description details for expenditures. The Campaign filed a total of six amended C-4 reports disclosing the following:
Mr. Steadman stated that his treasurer for the 2023 campaign “is a paid volunteer and is not a ‘professional’ as alleged in the complaint.” He stated that his current “treasurer is resigning from the campaign. Effective 7/15/23.”
AMENDED January 11, 2024, Complaint return letter addressing the two remaining allegations
On July 25, 2023, PDC staff sent Mr. Steadman an email with an attached a letter stating that staff found no evidence of a violation that would require scheduling an enforcement proceeding into the complaint allegations, and that staff had resolved three of the allegations with a warning letter being issued to the 2020 and 2023 Michael Steadman for Thurston County Commissioner Campaigns, and the Michael Steadman Surplus Funds account.
The letter included a warning concerning the requirements to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports in the future, and only surplus funds may be deposited into the surplus funds account in the future, and a technical correction for the yard signs carried forward from the 2020 Campaign.
On August 3, 2023, PDC staff sent an email to Mr. Steadman informing him that after receiving your email concerning the remaining allegations staff had re-opened the case for: (1) the discrepancy with the 2017 City Council surplus funds total and the 2021 Lacey City Council race beginning balance of funds carried forward; and (2) the 2018 C-3 report and C-4 reports filed for a Lacey City Council race that did not appear on the ballot and what election the $3,000 in contribution and $5,700 in expenditures were actually attributed to.
On August 10, and September 6, 2023, Mr. Steadman sent emails to PDC staff confirming that the PDC had re-opened the matter concerning the remaining two allegations, and that Andy Lo was hired as a new Treasurer to: (1) reconcile the 2018 Lacey City Council and 2020 Thurston County Commissioner activities; (2) re-file the necessary C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing the 2018 City Council activities under the 2020 Thurston County Commissioner Campaign; and (3) address the 2017 surplus funds and the discrepancy in the surplus funds carried forward to the 2020 and 2021 Campaigns.
On October 19, 2023 the Campaign filed three new C-4 reports for the 2020 Campaign for Thurston County Commissioner, one new C-3 report, and one amended C-3 report disclosing the following:
1. A C-4 report covering the period February 1 through September 30, 2018, disclosed $3,000 in monetary contributions were received and deposited on September 11, 2018; one expenditure for $2,000 was made to Inbound Designs on September 11, 2018, for website design; and the report included a small un-itemized $40 expenditure.
2. A C-4 report covering the period October through December 31, 2018, disclosed no new contributions were received; a $3,700 expenditure was made to Sounds Sports Net on October 27, 2018, for other advertising; and a small un-itemized $15 expenditure.
3. A C-4 report covering the period January 1 through February 28, 2019, disclosed no new contributions were received, and a small un-itemized $10 expenditure.
4. A new C-3 report was filed disclosing $3,000 in contributions received and deposited on September 11, 2018, that included $1,000 in candidate’s personal funds; a $1,000 monetary contribution from James Steadman in Arizona; and a $1,000 monetary contribution from the Steadman Family Trust, both designated for the 2020 primary election.
5. An amended C-3 report disclosing $7,000 in contributions received and deposited on March 8, 2019, comprising $5,000 in candidate’s personal funds; a $1,000 contribution from James Steadman in Arizona for the general election; and a $1,000 contribution from the Steadman Family Trust, also in Arizona, for the general election.
Concerning the 2017 surplus funds balance and the discrepancy in the surplus funds carried forward to the 2021 Campaign, Mr. Lo stated: “the surplus for the 2017 campaign was transferred with permission to the 2020 campaign. The $1,000 discrepancy between the final 2017 amount and what was reported to have been transferred is because one of the checks” that was made out to a non-profit using 2017 surplus funds was never cashed by the recipient.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
As noted above, the yard signs were initially purchased by Mr. Steadman’s 2020 Campaign for Thurston County Commissioner and were disclosed by the 2020 Campaign, and the Campaign timely disclosed the purchase of the 1,000 stickers for campaign signs. One day after receiving an email from PDC staff concerning the case opening and being notified that his 2023 Campaign needed to place a value and report the signs on a C-4 report, the Campaign filed an amended April 2023 C-4 report disclosing the in-kind contributions for the signs.
The amended April 2023 C-4 report filed by the Campaign disclosed two in-kind contributions totaling $4.552.49 for the yard signs. Based on WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), PDC staff is resolving this allegation as a Technical Correction and dismissing this allegation in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The six amended C-4 reports filed by the 2020 Michael Steadman for Thurston County Commissioner Campaign, corrected the reporting errors that were made on the initial C-4 reports filed by the 2020 Campaign. Those errors included the failure to provide required expenditure details such as the number of items printed or mailed, the quantities of yard signs purchased, and the description for some of the expenditures.
As noted in staff’s review and Mr. Steadman’s response, some of the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Michael Steadman Surplus Account were not timely filed. In addition, concerning the $50 in personal funds deposited into the surplus funds account, WAC 390-16-236(2)(b) states, “Only surplus funds may be deposited in a surplus funds account.” The $50 contribution deposited into the surplus fund account is mitigated by the facts: (1) the contribution is from the candidate using his personal funds; (2) the surplus funds were transferred into his 2023 Campaign; (3) a candidate does not have a contribution limit to his own Campaign; and (4) the $50 in personal funds only represented five percent of the total surplus funds transferred.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the 2020 and 2023 Michael Steadman for Thurston County Commissioner Campaigns and the Michael Steadman Surplus Funds account concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2023 election cycle, and to only deposit surplus funds into the Michael Steadman Surplus Funds account in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the 2020 and 2023 Michael Steadman for Thurston County Commissioner Campaigns and the Michael Steadman Surplus Funds account concerning: (1) the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2023 election cycle; (2) to only deposit surplus funds into the Michael Steadman Surplus Funds account in the future; and (3) to properly account for contribution and expenditure activities for all future elections, including the disposal of surplus funds and the proper accounting for surplus funds being carried forward into a future election. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2021, specifically reports covering August - December of 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing reports, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Smith-Barbieri Progressive Fund (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the pertinent statute, and all other relevant information.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On March 29, 2022, Dana Tucker filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) report with the PDC declaring her candidacy for election to the office of County Coroner in Cowlitz County, selecting the “Mini Reporting” option and listing herself as Treasurer.
On June 27, 2022, Dana Tucker requested and was granted permission to switch from Mini-to-Full reporting. On the same day, Dana Tucker submitted a new/amended C-1 report, selecting the “Full Reporting” option and listing Brandon Farrell and Ella Masters as Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer, respectively.
In her response to your complaint, received on Friday, January 13, 2023, Ms. Tucker stated: “During the election campaign, I obtained many endorsements from people all over. With that, either myself or my campaign manager personally spoke with each one of these people, obtaining either verbal consent or letters of endorsement. I have always taken people for their word, therefore the ones where I received a verbal confirmation, I did not feel I needed to obtain a signature from them. When I was alerted that Ms. Fieken was saying these things I went through my entire list of endorsers to see if there was someone that I even thought may have backed out and not informed me of. Yet I did not see any. I contacted the two names that were provided. I contacted the Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtis, who told me that he wasn’t going to endorse anyone this time because he has his own campaign to run. I said ok, and that I understood, but that we had discussed this at the conference and he said he would. I said I was sorry if I misunderstood him and that I would remove his name from my list immediately, which I did. The other one in question was Duane Dalgleish. I saw Duane at the Chaplains banquette where I spoke with him, telling him that I was running and asked for his endorsement. He had said yes and gave me his email contact. I emailed him later. My manager contacted Duane’s wife, Jerry, and told her the situation. She said that they were wanting to sit down with me first. When he said that Rebecca had stated that they said they had not endorsed me, Jerry told him to leave Duane’s name on the endorsement. So, his name was not removed. If there was anyone that backed out on an endorsement after I spoke with them, I had no knowledge of it until these two names were brought up. This is my first endeavor in running for office. With that being said, I have followed all the rules of the PDC to the best of my knowledge. I will make sure that next time I will obtain signatures from all my endorsers so that this is never questioned again.”
Ms. Tucker listed in her advertising the names of endorsers who had stated orally or in writing their endorsement of her candidacy. No evidence was found that Ms. Tucker was aware anyone had withdrawn their endorsement at the time she sponsored the political advertising that is the subject of your complaint. Therefore, there is no evidence Ms. Tucker acted with actual malice when she listed one endorser who had decided to not endorse anyone in the campaign.
Based on these findings, staff determined that in this instance, the alleged false endorsement did not amount to a violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c) warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response filed by Fuse Votes (Committee); and the applicable PDC reports filed by Committee to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found the Committee filed a C-3 report listing $8,000 contribution from SEIU 925 Local Services PAC (SEIU) as having been received on November 8, 2016. However, upon review of its response to this complaint together with the scanned copies of a deposit slip and the check from SEIU, it appears this was a typographical oversight by the Committee’s treasurer. Based on the deposit slip and the copy of the check, the check was received on November 28, 2016, as opposed to November 8, 2016 as alleged in the complaint, and deposited on the same day (November 28, 2016).
Based on these findings staff determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/59237 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""59237 Fuse Votes Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3327/59237%20Fuse%20Votes%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""59237 Fuse Votes (2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3327/59237%20Fuse%20Votes%20%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""59237 Fuse Votes Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3327/59237%20Fuse%20Votes%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/21/2020 12:50:39 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2015 3148 55534 07/27/2019 07/27/2019 09/10/2019 Ron Anderson Tom Sund Sund, Thomas: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .240 for failure to timely register as a candidate with the PDC, and timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures. (EY '19) (July '19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local Candidate C1The PDC received a complaint alleging that Tom Sund (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .240 by failing to timely register as a candidate within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who filed with Elections officials on May 17, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 31, 2019.
The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 3, 2019, which is 64 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
Noncompliance was the result of a good-faith error or omission, which the Respondent quickly took corrective action to resolve upon being notified.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/138703 400.00 300.00 300.00 400.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""138703 Atchison Sean Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5890/138703%20Atchison%20Sean%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""138703 Atchison Sean Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""138703 Atchison Sean Hearing Notice C-1 & F-1 Candidate EY23.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5890/138703%20Atchison%20Sean%20Hearing%20Notice%20C-1%20%26%20F-1%20Candidate%20EY23.pdf"", ""description"" : ""138703 Atchison Sean Hearing Notice C-1 & F-1 Candidate EY23"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Sean Atchison"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2023-08-18"", ""due_date"" : ""2023-09-18"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 300.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-03-04"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2023-09-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/04/2024 10:55:55 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 2017 6499 150336 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 05/30/2024 Conner Edwards Paul D Cline Cline, Paul: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports (EY'23, OCT'23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on April 9, 2022. The complaint alleged that Stanwood-Camano School District (the District), a public school district located in Stanwood, Washington, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using of public facilities to promote a ballot proposition in the April 26, 2022 special election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Attorney Charles P.E. Leitch with Patterson Buchanan Fobes & Leitch Inc. P.S. on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the District created factual information regarding the April ballot proposition and disseminated it in a manner consistent with the “normal and regular” conduct of the District. The District has shown a recent history of including factual information regarding ballot propositions in their newsletter along with other general District news and updates.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of public funds to create and disseminate information about the District’s Replacement Capital Projects and Technology Levy appearing on the April 26, 2022 special election ballot, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Stanwood-Camano School District about the importance of limiting the content of any information produced by the District regarding ballot propositions to factual information only in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 21, 2022, Kardos amended the F-1 for 2019, listing income from the Department of Natural Resources earned by a spouse or registered domestic partner between $0 and $29,999.
The PDC found no evidence Kardos intended to conceal the amount.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to accurately file the financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Phyllis Kardos will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Phyllis Kardos accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the responses provided by the Respondent; the Facebook posts of the Respondent and Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, 1) sharing agency photos; and 2) posting non-agency photos that depict subjects engaged in official county business and/or using county resources on the Respondent’s political candidate Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/adamfortneyforsheriff do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded Adam Fortney about the importance of not using public office/agency resources (facilities) to assist a campaign for election. He was urged to exercise caution when sharing or posting photos on his political candidate Facebook page at www.facebook.com/adamfortneyforsheriff that were taken on the job and/or feature or utilize county resources (e.g. buildings, uniforms, vehicles, staff time) to ensure they comply with RCW 42.17A.555. PDC staff expects that, in the future, all the photos posted to the Respondent’s political candidate Facebook page will meet the criteria for permitted use set forth in .555 and the PDC’s Guidelines.
The PDC also reminded Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) that RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits public agency employees from using public resources to assist a campaign, and that sharing any posts that originate from the Facebook page of a candidate on the agency’s official Facebook page or other social media platforms could violate PDC laws and rules. Even if the content on the candidate’s Facebook page is not promotional, the act of sharing it has the result of advertising a page that is promotional. PDC staff expects that, in the future, SCSO will not forward or share posts from candidates on its official Facebook page or other official social media sites. We shared this information with SCSO’s Director of Communications, who was copied on this letter.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The late filing of the C-3 and C-4 reports were not intentional and did not unduly withhold information from the public. Mr. DeHart states in his response:
I deeply regret and apologize for this mistake. As you know a lot of my care and attention in recent weeks has been focused on my family, and this oversight is a very regrettable
casualty of that attention - especially considering the context of this inquiry. As I said at the outset I never intended to mislead or hide any aspect of our finances from the public.
Based on the case review, staff has decided that, in this instance, James DeHart’s failure to promptly and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, James DeHart will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. DeHart follow PDC laws and rules in the future. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations in the complaints and found that the Respondent failed to timely file some reports. The Respondent did eventually file the required reports, but late.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the omission of an address in the sponsor identification on the mailer was unintentional and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor information from the public. Staff noted that although the address on the mailer was legally required, Mr. Nadler’s surname is unique as a filer in PDC reports, making the public’s potential research for his campaign on the PDC website simple even without the campaign address. Regarding the lack of sponsor identification on the yard signs, staff found that since the Respondent confirmed that the signs were less than 4’ x 8’ in size, they were exempt from sponsor ID according to WAC 390-18-030.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include complete sponsor identification on a mailer paid for by the candidate, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ed Nadler will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include complete sponsor identification on a written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Nadler will review all written political advertisements done in the future to ensure they include any applicable sponsor identification. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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January 13, 2026
Delivered electronically to jdavischeney@gmail.com and jmager@gmail.com
Subject: PDC Case 179337 regarding Jessica Davis
Dear Jessica Davis,
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of a complaint filed by Justin Mager, which alleged you violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include complete sponsor identification (ID) on your candidate website. Specifically, the complaint alleged that your yard signs lacked your campaign address and position number. Starting on June 6, 2024, sponsor address is required to be displayed on yard signs, and this information did appear to be missing from your signs. However, position number is not required so the latter allegation is hereby dismissed.
Applicable Laws and Rules
[1] For the purposes of political advertising, the “sponsor” is the person who paid for the advertising. If a person acts as an agent or is reimbursed for the payment, the original source of the payment is the sponsor.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A.320. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of providing full sponsor ID on political advertising as required. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules concerning sponsor ID in the future.
If you have questions, contact Tabatha Blacksmith at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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A complaint was filed against the Washington Conservation Voters PAC, a continuing political committee registered with the PDC during calendar year 2021, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 by failing to timely and accurately disclose on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), the required breakdown and expenditure descriptions for independent expenditures made in support of or opposition to candidates for public office during the 2021 election cycle; and (2) RCW 42.17A.260 by failing to timely file and accurately report the expenditure descriptions for independent expenditures made in support of or opposition to candidates for public office during the 2021 election cycle during the 21-days prior to the general election.
On January 15, 2021, the Washington Conservation Voters PAC filed a Committee Registration as a Continuing Political Committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing Lennon Bronsema as the Committee Manager, and Sean Pender as the Ministerial Treasurer.
The complaint alleged that the Washington Conservation Voters PAC (Committee) failed to timely and accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions on the C-4 and C-6 reports, including the sub-vendor breakdown and expenditure details for political advertising undertaken as independent expenditures during the 2021 election cycle.
WAC 390-16-037 describes how to report the “Purpose of Campaign expenditures” as follows: (1) Any person required to report the ""purpose"" of an expenditure under RCW 42.17A.240(6), or 42.17A.255 (5)(b), must identify any candidate(s) or ballot proposition(s) that are supported or opposed by the expenditure.”
The rule goes on to state in subsection (2) “Whenever an expenditure is made to a candidate or a political committee pursuant to an agreement or understanding of any kind regarding how the recipient will use the expenditure, the report must describe in detail that agreement or understanding and the goods and/or services to be provided.” Finally, the rule provided two examples of how to describe the expenditures for the C-4 report, and the C-6 report of more than $100 under RCW 42.17A.255 for “robocalls” which listed “GOTV – phone bank 28th and 29th Legislative districts” and for printing “5,000 brochures.”
Staff reviewed the C-4 reports filed by the Committee, specifically the 21-Day Pre-General Election, the 7-Day Pre-General Election, and Post General Election C-4 reports and amended C-4 reports. Staff’s review found:
On January 10, 2022, the Committee filed an amended Post-General Election C-4 report disclosing the same $46,997.65 in monetary and in-kind contributions received, and that total expenditures increased to $28,116.38, and included: (1) a $10,000 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 26, 2021, for a “Digital Media purchase – pro R Lewis; (2) a $6,249.85 expenditure made to The Sexton Group on November 1, 2021, for “Texting Services”; and (3) a $4,031.52 expenditure made to Upper Left Strategies on October 29, 2021, for “Printing costs for pro R. Lewis mailer, 12,266 pieces.”
Staff also reviewed the original and amended C-6 reports that were filed within 21 days of the November 2, 2021 general election. The review found that WA Conservation Voters Action Fund (WCVAF) filed a total of 41 initial and amended C-6 reports between October 14, 2021 through January 10, 2022, disclosing independent expenditures undertaken in support of or opposition to 2021 candidates on the general election ballot and checking either box #1 or box #2 on the C-6 form. The 41 C-6 reports filed by WCVAF included: (1) 18 initial C-6 reports filed between October 14 through November 1, 2021; (2) seven amended C-6 reports filed between October 25-26, 2021; (3) eight amended C-6 reports filed on October 29, 2021; and (4) eight amended C-6 reports filed on January 10, 2022.
Mr. Pender stated in his responses to the PDC that the Committee and WCVAF “would like to work with a Filer Assistance Specialist to amend reports if that is needed to resolve this situation.” He stated that WCVAF “takes seriously its compliance responsibilities as a registered state political action committee, strives to follow all applicable reporting requirements…is diligent about completing its filings in a timely and compliant manner.” He stated that WCVAF believes the C-4 and C-6 reports and amended C-4 and C-6 reports filed by the Committee, complied with requirements found in 42.17A.260(3)(C) and WAC 390-16-037.
Mr. Pender stated that WAC 390-16-037 did not specifically state “anything about identifying the number of items purchased”, but noted the rule listed two examples and only one indicated WCVAF “would only need to provide numbers of printed materials, not for calls or texts.” He stated that for a few of the C-6 reports, WCVAF “reported estimated expenditure amounts and then amended the form when final amounts became available.” He added that the Committee, WCVAF and its officers and staff “strive to stay up to date with the filing and reporting requirements of Washington State campaign finance law, and we attend trainings to continually improve our compliance efforts.”
In addition, Mr. Pender stated that as part of WCVAF’s “commitment to compliance,” the WCVAF “has taken steps to educate and cross-train all staff regarding political activity reporting, so that if a staff member is out of the office or unavailable for any reason,” the required report will still get timely filed. He stated that WCVAF staff continued to work with staff concerning the limitations of the “Description” field on the C-6 report that limits the filer or user to a 28-character description of the independent expenditure. He stated that when filing the C-6 reports, WCVAF “staff spent several minutes on each form trying to fit in as much descriptive text as possible but were constantly running into that 28-character limit.” PDC staff confirmed the 28-character limit for the expenditure description field of the PDC filing application for electronically filing the C-6 report.
On March 24, 2022, the Committee file an amended 21-Day Pre-General Election, a 7-Day Pre-General Election, and Post-General Election C-4 report in accordance with PDC staff’s request, disclosing the required expenditure description(s), including the sub-vendor breakdowns and expenditure details for the independent expenditures.
Staff reviewed the C-6 statutes, rules, and reporting requirements in accordance with RCW 42.17A.260, for the C-6 reports that were filed by WCVAF. Staff’s review found that the expenditure descriptions listed in WAC 390-16-037 only applied to the C-4 reporting requirements found in RCW 42.17A.240, and the C-6 report, Box #1 reporting requirements found in RCW 42.17A.255.
As a continuing political committee participating in the 2021 election cycle and regularly filing C-3 and C-4 reports, the Committee was exempt from filing C-6 reports, box #1 for Independent Expenditures of $100 or more in accordance with RCW 42.17A.255.
In addition, the rule concerning how to report “Expenditures by agents and agents’ sub-vendors” found in WAC 390-16-205, only references WAC 390-16-037. WAC 390-16-205 does not mention or refer to RCW 42.17A.260 for reporting independent expenditures within 21 days of an election (Box #2 of the C-6 report). Thus, the independent expenditure descriptions disclosed on the C-6 reports, box #2 filed by WCVAF complied with the C-6 reporting requirements.
Based on our findings, that included: (1) the Committee timely filed the initial 21-Day Pre-General Election, the 7-Day Pre-General Election, and Post-General Election C-4 reports disclosing some of the expenditure details for the independent expenditures made in the form of political advertising and the candidates supported or opposed; (2) the Committee filed 33 C-6 and amended C-6 reports between October 14 through November 1, 2021, prior to the November 2, 2021 general election date; and (3) the Committee timely filed amended 21-Day Pre-General Election, 7-Day Pre-Genera Election, and Post-General Election C-4 reports after staff requested those amendments.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Committee’s failure to provide the required sub-vendor or expenditure descriptions and details for several expenditures that were otherwise timely disclosed on the C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The Committee was responsive and timely filed the amended C-4 reports listed above disclosing the required information as soon as the deficiency concerning the expenditure description requirements were brought to its attention.
As noted above, the C-6 reports, box #2 filed by the WCVAF substantially complied with the independent expenditure reporting requirements, including the expenditure descriptions/details.
The Washington Conservation Voters PAC made ministerial errors on the required C-4 reports, which the impact on the public interest was mitigated by the fact that the Committee filed the 33 initial and amended C-6 reports during a 17-day period prior to the general election disclosing independent expenditures undertaken during the 2021 election cycle.
Upon notification of the errors, the Washington Conservation Voters PAC timely amended the pertinent C-4 reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Fuse Votes PAC made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Fuse Votes PAC timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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Staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the April Barker for Bellingham Committee and determined that the two expenditures mentioned in the complaint lacked proper or complete description as required by PDC law/rules. Regarding the allegation of alleged misuse of campaign funds for personal use, staff found that the two expenditures to Verizon Wireless for cellular phone service for the Campaign covering the months of June and July 2019, were not for Ms. Barker's personal use, but rather a specific/dedicated campaign line.
Staff determined that the noncompliance was a result of a minor error, which the Campaign remedied by filing amended C-4 reports as soon as they received a copy of the complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755 (1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to disclose unemployment income and spousal reporting error on F-1 reports do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mohamed Egal received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose income on his Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Mohamed Egal timely file complete and accurate financial information on F-1 reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Shortly after the above case was resolved, the PDC received another complaint from the same Complainant, alleging additional violations of .710 by the Respondent (F-1 report content). The second case (136616) was resolved by amending the formal written warning letter to address the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately disclose business associations and ownership interest in a corporation on F-1 reports, as well as income (copy attached).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by committee Director and Treasurer, Brent Ludeman on behalf of Pierce County Job Creators for Economic Recovery (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review of the documentation submitted with the complaint, the written response provided, and the reports submitted by the Pierce County Job Creators for Economic Recovery, no evidence was found to show that the Respondent sponsored written political advertisement to specifically oppose 2020 Pierce County Council candidate Jani Hitchen, or that the C-6 report disclosing the expenditure was inaccurate or filed late.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
John Jamieson completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 12, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/173053 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Case 173053 - John Jamieson - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7762/Case%20173053%20-%20John%20Jamieson%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Case 173053 - John Jamieson - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""John Jamieson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2025-06-16"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-06-12"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/18/2025 01:13:13 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 2042 3784 80157 11/13/2020 01/12/2021 PDC Staff Mark W Christie Mark W Christie: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Dismissed by Commission Candidate - Legislative Candidate F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 20, 2020. The complaint alleged that Equal Opportunity PAC, a political committee supporting and opposing legislative candidates in the 2020 election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures for political advertising and debts; (2) RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately and completely disclose expenditure details, including the number of items printed; and (3) RCW 42.17A.255, .260, and .305 for failure to timely, accurately, and completely disclose independent expenditures and electioneering communications.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that, although the campaign activity reports filed by the Respondent contained a small number of errors needing correction, Equal Opportunity PAC made a good faith effort to fully disclose the PAC’s activity on both C-4 and C-6 reports in a timely manner and did not intend to keep relevant campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include complete descriptions on a small number of expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Equal Opportunity PAC about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all campaign debts and expenditures, specifically including the detailed descriptions required on both C-4 and C-6 report on all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Washington Progressive Party’s failure to timely disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election year 2020 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Washington Progressive Party will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 when reporting in 2020. Staff expects the Washington Progressive Party to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
While our review found that the Yes to East King County PUD PAC accepted and deposited over the limit anonymous contribution(s) in violation of RCW 42.17A.220, the Committee took responsibility and promptly escheated the over limit anonymous contribution to the State of Washington.
However, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Yes to East King County PUD PAC will receive a formal warning letter concerning its failure to adhere to the statutory anonymous contribution limits outlined in RCW 42.17A.220. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Yes to East King County PUD PAC follow the statutory contribution limits in all future campaigns. Additionally, Yes to East King County PUD PAC will be informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS
By Roger Lenk
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: UNDER INVESTIGATION
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A complaint was filed against the 2022 Re-Elect Marianne Nichols for Pend Oreille County Auditor Campaign, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities for yard signs and fair booth rental fees on Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
On April 20, 2022, Marianne Nichols filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for re-election to the office of Pend Oreille County Auditor, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Jeff Nichols as Campaign Manager, and Ms. Nichols listed herself as Treasurer. Ms. Nichols is the incumbent County Auditor and has served in that position since being elected to that position in 2006.
On October 7, 2022, Ms. Nichols submitted her response to the allegations listed in the complaints stating that all the campaign signs posted by her 2022 Campaign had been purchased back in 2006 as part of her initial Campaign for election to the Auditor position. She stated that she was unopposed for re-election and filed under the Mini Reporting option for the 2010, 2014 and 2018 Campaigns, so the signs leftover from the 2006 Campaign were not disclosed since no reports were required.
Ms. Nichols stated that the signs have been stored in her garage and that no new signs had been purchased by the 2022 Campaign. She stated that she disclosed on her C-4 reports the purchase of “the ""re"" stickers for ""re-elect"", as well as the t-posts, screws and zip ties used to put the signs up.” She stated that if she needed “to disclose some sort of a diminished value of these signs, could I get some assistance as to how to disclose that?”
Ms. Nichols noted that “she did not have any receipts left from the purchase in 2006, and that the wood stakes used, this material all came from scrap wood we had around our house."" She stated that no new wood or stakes were purchased by the Campaign to construct the yard signs, but if she needed to disclose the used wood and materials, she requested assistance from PDC staff to help determine the fair market value for the wood.
On October 16, 2022, after contacting PDC staff the Campaign filed an amended C-4 report covering the period April 20 through May 31, 2022, disclosing three new in-kind contributions from candidate Nichols to her Campaign for used yard signs leftover from a prior Campaign and used materials to re-construct or repair the old signs for posting.
The three in-kind contributions totaled $60 and included the following descriptions: (1) Campaign signs purchased in 2006 and valued at $30 as follows – 100 yard signs ($.20 each estimated current value), and 25 large signs ($.40 each estimated current value); (2) Scrap wood used for approximately 100 stakes for campaign signs and valued at $20 as follows ($.20 each approximately); and (3) 20 T-Posts valued at $10 (laying around the property and used on old fencing).
Concerning the allegation about failing to disclose the Newport Rodeo booth rental, Ms. Nichols stated that Becky Walrath, a candidate for Pend Oreille County Commissioner, Position 2 in 2002, rented a booth at the 2022 Newport Rodeo. She stated that she did not take part in the booth rental, she “did not work it, or step behind the table in any way. I stopped by the booth and visited with her once during the rodeo time for about five minutes. She did have 4 of my signs there.” After discussion with PDC staff, it was determined there was no discernable value for merely have four-yard signs in a fair booth.
Concerning the allegation about failing to disclose the Pend Oreille County Fair and Rodeo booth rental Ms. Nichols stated that she decided at the “very last minute to join Becky Walrath in sharing a booth at the Rodeo, August 18-21.” She stated that Ms. Walrath had already paid for the booth and asked her to participate as a candidate in the booth with her.
Ms. Nichols agreed and said at the time she asked Ms. Walrath if she would like me to help pay and she told her the booth had already been paid for. She stated that “I did not pay her for half of the fee at the time, but I realize I should have paid for my half and have subsequently written her a check for $45.”
On October 22, 2022, the Campaign filed an amended 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report covering the period September 1 through October 17, 2022, and disclosing that on October 6, 2022, the Campaign made a $45 expenditure to Becky Walrath and listing the description “1/2 of fee for booth rental at Pend Oreille County Fair and Rodeo.” The amended C-4 report was filed four days after the October 18, 2022, due date.
As noted above, the yard signs were initially purchased by Marianne Nichols for her 2006 Campaign and were properly disclosed at that time. When she was made aware that she needed to place a value and report them for the 2022 Campaign, she timely and accurately filed an amended C-4 report disclosing $60 for the used yard signs carried forward from the 2006 Campaign, more than 16 years ago.
Concerning the allegation of sharing of the Pend Oreille County Fair and Rodeo booth with Becky Walrath, Ms. Nichols stated she decided at the last minute to join her and share the booth for the August 18-21 rodeo. She disclosed the $45 expenditure to reimburse Ms. Walrath for her portion of the booth rental on the next C-4 report which was an amended 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report.
Marianne Nichols is serving as her own Treasurer for this election cycle, is under the Full Reporting Option and in a contested general election for the first time since the 2006 election, and she has no prior PDC violations.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the small number of late reports were due to the limited experience of the Respondent and technical difficulties using ORCA. Staff found no evidence that the late reporting was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2021 Browning Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Michael Goodnow will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for his 2021 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Goodnow timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Lisa J. Brown (the “Respondent); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the information provided by the Respondent and the law firm’s online correction regarding the start date of the Respondent's spouse, we determined that the Respondent accurately reported spousal compensation and business association concerning the law firm Maier Pfeffer Kim Geary and Cohen, LLP on her F-1 reports.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose loan debt on F-1 reports covering 1/1/20 – 4/13/21 and calendar year 2021 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Lisa J. Brown about the importance of carefully reviewing all financial holdings and liabilities when completing a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) to ensure assets and debt are accurately disclosed. PDC staff expects that, in the future, Lisa J. Brown will file complete and accurate financial information on F-1 reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response’s provided by recall effort volunteer, Kristen Christensen, and Ministerial Treasurer, Charlotte Benjamin, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by We Want Accountability PAC; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the expenditures made to oppose the recall effort of three Richland School Directors were made, and timely disclosed, by We Want Accountability PAC and that the late submittal of the amended C-1PC to disclose its opposition to the recall effort was due to a simple oversight. Staff found no evidence that the late amendment was intentional or otherwise done to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely amend the committee registration to identify opposition to a ballot proposition, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, We Want Accountability PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely amend its committee registration disclosing opposition to a ballot proposition. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent timely files all future required campaign reports and include only accurate sponsor ID on its advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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While the staff’s review found that Ty Stober’s Campaign received and deposited overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405, the Campaign was under the impression that there would be additional opponents by the time they received the initial/first contribution from Mr. Mullen in 2021. Additionally, Mr. Stober’s Campaign took responsibility and promptly refunded the overlimit contribution and amended the pertinent report(s) as soon as this complaint was brought to its attention.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Ty Stober concerning his failure to adhere to the statutory contribution limits delineated in RCW 42.17A.405. The formal written warning will include the staff’s expectation that Ty Stober will adhere to the statutory contribution limits in all future campaigns. Additionally, Mr. Stober was informed the Commission would consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/140460 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""140460 Stober Ty Complaint Return Letter ....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6074/140460%20Stober%20Ty%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""140460 Stober Ty Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6074/140460%20Stober%20Ty%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""140460 Stober Ty Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6074/140460%20Stober%20Ty%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/21/2025 11:49:44 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2063 5935 138748 06/20/2023 08/21/2023 PDC Staff Terrence Proctor Terrence Proctor: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to Register Campaign (C-1 report) and failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY23 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on December 8, 2021. The complaint alleged that Tim Schmitt, a 2021 candidate for City Council for the City of Stanwood may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for failure to timely file the Candidate Committee Registration (C-1 report), timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure r reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) all entities of which he had reportable ownership interest in during the reporting period.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although Mr. Schmitt submitted the F-1 report five days past the required due date, the report was accurate and available several weeks before ballots were mailed to voters. In addition, Mr. Schmitt was not required to submit the C-1 or other campaign reports because of Stanwood’s low registered voter count and his lack of campaign activity.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1 report as a candidate in 2021 does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Tim Schmitt about the importance of the timely disclosure of personal financial information and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JEREMIAH ROBERTS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 3, 2022. The complaint alleged that Luke Smith, a candidate for Public Utility Commissioner for the Pend Oreille Public Utility District in the 2020 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the limited late reporting was due in large part to the inexperience of Mr. Smith as a first-time candidate and the fact that he and his spouse acting as his treasurer resided in the same household. Although the 7-Day Pre-General and Post-General C-4 reports were required to be submitted under the “Full Reporting” option and were submitted fifty-one and seven days late, respectively, the reports disclosed no campaign activity.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file two C-4 reports disclosing no campaign activity for the 2020 Smith Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Luke Smith will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for his 2020 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Smith timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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While the staff’s review found that Bartholomew Hansen’s Campaign received and deposited overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405, the Campaign was under the impression that there would be additional opponents. Additionally, Mr. Hansen took responsibility and promptly refunded the overlimit contribution and amended the pertinent report(s) as soon as this complaint was brought to his attention.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Bartholomew Hansen concerning his failure to adhere to the statutory contribution limits delineated in RCW 42.17A.405. The formal written warning will include the staff’s expectation that Bartholomew Hansen will adhere to the statutory contribution limits in all future campaigns. Additionally, Mr. Hansen was informed the Commission would consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the misuse of public facilities does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Adam Fortney will receive a formal written warning concerning his use of agency facilities to create content for the purpose of supporting his re-election campaign for Snohomish County Sheriff. PDC staff expects that, in the future, he will follow all applicable PDC laws, rules and guidance regarding the prohibition on the use of any of the facilities of a public office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office of for the promotion of or opposition to any ballot proposition. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer and Commissioner Allen Hayward attended.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Ed Pottharst’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election year 2019 and provide detailed descriptions for expenditures and vendor address for in-kind contributions of goods does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ed Pottharst will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and WAC 390-16-037 when reporting in the 2019 election year. Staff expects Ed Pottharst to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Commission found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file the F-1 reports for 2020 and 2021 and assessed a $2,000 penalty, payable within 30 days of the Order. The order also states that the Respondent's 2019 F-1 report is due w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Melody Peterson served as her own treasurer and lost in the 2018 general election. Although no expenditures made by the 2018 Peterson Campaign were disclosed prior to the 2018 general election, staff found that if not for the contributions received from the Mason County Democratic Committee, the Campaign would have likely qualified for the “Mini Reporting” option and no C-4 reports would have been required, had the Campaign chosen that option. No evidence was found that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-4 reports disclosing approximately $2,100 in expenses does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Melody Peterson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2018 Peterson Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Peterson timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot propositions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminds Central Kitsap School District officials that election-related information be in accordance with the statutes, rules, and PDC Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, Interpretation 01-03. Interpretation 01-03 and PDC fact sheets provide guidance regarding the use of terms such as ‘support,’ and exclamatory statements such as ‘bring our schools to life!’
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose complete sponsor ID on political advertising as indicated in the attached Warning Letter does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Tamara Jo Newman received a formal written warning concerning her failure to fully disclose the identity of the sponsor of all political advertising, including the phrase “Paid for by” and the sponsor’s address. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that, in the future, Tamara Jo Newman will include all sponsor identification (ID) information required for the type of political advertising used. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $250 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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Staff review found that Nicolas Dunning’s Campaign received and deposited overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405. Only two candidates filed to run for city council member, position 3 in the City of Lacey in 2023, so there was no primary election and Mr. Dunning’s name did not appear on the 2023 primary ballot. As such, Mr. Dunning was limited to one $1,000 contribution limit from any one source during the 2023 election year, which should have been attributed to the general only since there was no primary election in 2023.
Based on this determination, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Dunning for accepting an overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405. Mr. Dunning was informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, Pro Choice Washington PAC’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election years 2018 to 2022, and incomplete reporting of earmarked contributions in 2020 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Pro Choice Washington PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 when reporting in years 2020, 2021, and 2022. Staff expects Pro Choice Washington PAC to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. Regarding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.270, incomplete reporting of earmarked contributions in 2020, the PDC has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by South Kitsap Citizens Demanding Responsible Taxation (SKCDRT) (the “Respondent”) and its Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the committee’s failure to accurately report its email address on a C-1pc does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, South Kitsap Citizens Demanding Responsible Taxation (SKCDRT) received a formal written warning concerning the inaccurate email address disclosed on its C-1pc report. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that SKCDRT disclose and maintain accurate contact information with the PDC in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded SKCDRT that it should make every effort to timely accommodate digital or in-person requests to inspect its books of account during the 10 days preceding an election by granting access to such records within 48 hours of the inspection date and time requested by the requester. Due to its mini-reporting status, the committee’s financial information is not disclosed on reports filed with the PDC and, as a result, the public’s only access to this information occurs during the brief 10-day window prior to an election.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer and Commissioner Allen Hayward attended.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Lake Washington Schools Levy Committee’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election years 2019 through 2022 and provide detailed descriptions for expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Lake Washington Schools Levy Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and WAC 390-16-037 when reporting in the 2019 through 2022 election years. Staff expects the Committee to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email for the purpose of communicating with Grays Harbor Deputy Sheriffs Association (GHDSA) members regarding union matters does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded Ed McGowan about the importance of not using public office/agency resources (facilities) to assist a campaign for election. PDC staff urges GHDSA officers to be careful when communicating union business regarding candidate endorsements and campaign contributions using county email. While the use of county email by union representatives is permitted under certain conditions in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement, caution is recommended to ensure compliance with RCW 42.17A.555. PDC staff expects that, in the future, messages regarding union, guild or association business sent via the county email system that references a candidate or ballot proposition will be distributed in a manner that does not support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff reminds Craig Mitchell about the importance of not appearing to use public agency resources (facilities) to promote or oppose a candidate. PDC staff expect that, in the future, Mr. Mitchell will act in accordance with PDC laws, rules and guidance when taking pictures of school facilities for use in campaign related materials.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Campaign for Tribal Self-Reliance, sponsored by the Washington Indian Gaming Association PAC’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election years 2019 to 2023 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Campaign for Tribal Self-Reliance, sponsored by the Washington Indian Gaming Association PAC, will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 when reporting in years 2019 to 2023. Staff expects the Committee to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
The complaint alleged that Mark Hodgson's 2025 campaign for Port Angeles City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file the C-4 Report covering the reporting period of April 1 - April 30, 2025.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that Mark Hodgson appears to have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding the candidate about the importance of timely reporting all campaign reports. The candidate is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Peter Starzynski filed on December 23, 2019. The complaint alleged that Jami Lund, a 2019 candidate for School Director for Centralia School District 401 may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures, including details, undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely accurately disclosure of contribution and expenditure details on C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Jami Lund about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
The PDC encourages you to review the Candidate Instructions and the many other guides and videos available in the Learn, Guides and training videos section of the www.pdc.wa.gov website to further understand the rules for candidates.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Curt Swade completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 12, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555 no public facilities can be used by or authorized to be used directly or indirectly by any local elected or appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
Specifically, the complaint alleged that Mayor Wheeler posted photographs on his re-election website “of himself wearing City clothing and posing in front of City vehicles. He also posts ribbon cutting events and other events where he is pictured in his capacity as Mayor of Bremerton.” Mayor Wheeler stated in his response:
There was no evidence provided or found that Mayor Wheeler wore City of Bremerton clothing in any of the photographs taken by friends of the candidate or the candidate’s spouse, and that were subsequently posted on his Campaign website.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on April 22, 2021. The complaint alleged that David Maehren, a former Fire Commissioner with King County Fire Protection District 16, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2020.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that late filing of the F-1 report by Mr. Maehren was an oversight and not made to withhold information from the public regarding his 2020 personal finances.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2020 does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, David Maehren will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2020. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Maehren timely files all future required reports should he return to an elected or appointed position under the jurisdiction of the PDC. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Committee Manager and Treasurer, Kan Qiu, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the lack of detail originally included on October 2021 C-4 report regarding the payment to RM Consulting originally reported with the description “GOTV Consulting”, was an oversight and not meant to conceal campaign activity from the public. PDC staff found the Committee Treasurer and Ministerial Treasurer to be responsive and cooperative.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a political committee and failure to include a detailed description of services provided by RM Consulting, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Safe Eastside PAC about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by James E. Barton II, on behalf of his client C4CDPPAC; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
RCW 42.17A.205(5), RCW 42.17A.005(b)(i) and WAC 390-16-011A include filing requirements, definitions and methods for determining a sponsor or sponsored committee name. The laws and rules do not identify or suggest a specific naming convention for a sponsored committee. According to Mr. Barton’s response, it appears that C4CDPPAC believed that it had complied with PDC laws and rules.
Although C4CDPPAC has no previous violations of RCW 42.17A and a closer examination of the C-1pc filed by the committee identified Community Driven Prosperity PAC as an affiliated committee, staff believes that the sponsor would have been more evident to the general public through an amendment of the registration and that this is the intent of the law.
Staff did not request C4CDPPAC to amend previously submitted C-3 and C-4 reports to include the sponsor in the committee name.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the sponsor of the committee in the name of the committee on the C-1pc does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, C4CDPPAC received a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclosure the name of the entity sponsoring the committee in the name of the committee on the C-1pc report. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that C4CDPPAC accurately files all future required reports including the C-1pc and any C-3 and C-4 reports with the sponsor clearly identified in a manner easily recognizable to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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During the August 18, 2020 Puyallup City Council meeting, Councilmember Robin Farris made comments concerning a political committee that sponsored and distributed political advertisements in the 25th Legislative District in which she stated ""property taxes increased by 20% and a number of other things. That is absolutely false, and it's one of those things where you get why people don't trust politics....that was sent out by a PAC or a political action committee, actually two political action committees. And if those political action committees actually believed it then they wouldn't be sending out a flyer against one candidate who is running on council and also contribute to another council member for a different race.”
Ms. Farris went on to state: “I don't think it's fair, I'm not bringing anyone's name into it because it's not about the candidate, it's about these PACs. But I want citizens to know that this is absolutely false, I think it is absolutely unconscionable, to bring this type of rhetoric into an election during the pandemic. And I want to assure the citizens that I have made complaints to the Public Disclosure Commission, and they have opened an enforcement case on each of these PACs. I'm not running for office, so I'm in the clear when it comes to this, I'm just trying to make sure that the truth does matter.""
The comments made by Ms. Farris at the August 18th Puyallup City Council meeting did not directly mention a specific candidate or political committee or encourage support or opposition to any candidate, but Ms. Farris did file two complaints against People for Jobs Enterprise Washington, and South Sound Future Enterprise Washington on August 11, 2020. The complaints alleged the political committees made false statements in the independent expenditures or the electioneering communications undertaken in opposition to Julie Door, a candidate for State Senator in the 25th Legislative District. It was apparent those were the political committees and advertisements Ms. Farris was referring when she made her comments during the council meeting, and she acknowledged that her comments were focused on the political committee that had sponsored the advertisements.
Ms. Farris stated that while she stood by the comments she made at the meeting about the political committee and the mailers, after the meeting “the City Attorney provided guidance on more appropriate ways of correcting the record that do not have the appearance of political speak. I have taken this approach since that time and will continue that approach from now on.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to Robin Farris concerning the prohibitions of using City of Puyallup facilities and resources, including making comments during Puyallup city council meeting, to support or oppose any candidate, or any political committee that supports or opposes candidates, either directly or indirectly, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555. Robin Ferris will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/76192 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Farris Robin Complaint Return Letter with Formal Written Warning (Churchman) PDC Case 76192.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3690/Farris%20Robin%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20with%20Formal%20Written%20Warning%20%28Churchman%29%20PDC%20Case%2076192.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""76192 Farris Robin Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3690/76192%20Farris%20Robin%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""76192 Farris Robin Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3690/76192%20Farris%20Robin%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/20/2020 05:15:11 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2130 6551 151169 02/13/2024 02/13/2024 Conner Edwards Laurene Contreras Contreras, Laurene: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY'22, FEB'24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Investigation of Possible Violation Candidate - LegislativeOn June 28, 2021, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified the Respondent of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2020, which was due to be filed no later than April 15, 2021.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your 2019 L-2 reports on February 26, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a Lobbyist registered to lobby in 2019, the monthly reports were due by the 15th day of each following month, making the reports 42 to 376 days late.
Colleen Laing completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports) for 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that a significant amount of the alleged late or missing C-3 and C-4 reports were submitted prior to the complaint or shortly after the complaint was received and that several C-3 reports were amended to correct minor typographical errors only. Staff found no evidence that the errors were intentional or done to confuse or mislead the public.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on January 9, 2023, from Travis Couture acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. Mr. Couture paid a $400 total ($200 for late filed C-3 reports and $200 for late C-4 reports) civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-070, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations and reminding Travis Couture about the importance of using a detailed and accurate description for campaign expenditures in the future in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email for the purpose of communicating with Grays Harbor Deputy Sheriffs Association (GHDSA) members regarding union matters does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded Michelle Taylor about the importance of not using public office/agency resources (facilities) to assist a campaign for election. PDC staff urges GHDSA officers to be careful when communicating union business regarding candidate endorsements and campaign contributions using county email. While the use of county email by union representatives is permitted under certain conditions in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement, caution is recommended to ensure compliance with RCW 42.17A.555. PDC staff expects that, in the future, messages regarding union, guild or association business sent via the county email system that references a candidate or ballot proposition will be distributed in a manner that does not support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff reminds Marty Gray about the importance of not appearing to use public agency resources (facilities) to promote or oppose a candidate. PDC staff expect that, in the future, Mr. Gray will act in accordance with PDC laws, rules and guidance when taking pictures of school facilities for use in campaign related materials.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review, staff has decided that, in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Tara Van Niman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately file contribution information leading to the appearance of receiving over limit contributions. Staff expects the campaign to follow filing requirements and to stay within the statutory contribution limits in this and all future campaigns. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Lewis County Republican Central Committee (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report an in-kind contribution does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Lewis County Republican Central Committee received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose an in-kind contribution from Northway Strategies. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Lewis County Republican Central Committee timely and accurately disclose all contributions & expenditures in the future, including in-kind contributions, especially during time-sensitive periods prior to elections. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Lewis County Republican Central Committee about the importance of correcting inaccurate in-kind contribution and expenditure details on C-4 reports; and submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original filings, when possible.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case was resolved via the submission of the missing reports, a signed Statement of Understanding and $200 payment.
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RONALD WASTEWATER DISTRICT OFFICIALS
By JULIE UNDERWOOD
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: CLOSED WITH NO ACTION 2/16/2016
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-073 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Ronald Wastewater District Complaint dismissal cover ltr (PDC Case No. 15-73).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2864/Ronald%20Wastewater%20District%20Complaint%20dismissal%20cover%20ltr%20%28PDC%20Case%20No.%2015-73%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Ronald Wastewater District Complaint dismissal cover ltr (PDC Case No. 15-73).pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2154 6735 153516 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards Greg M. Anderson Greg M. Anderson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
On January 31, 2923, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging that Christopher Ortiz, an appointed City of Longview City Council Member, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) within 14 days of being appointed to the City of Longview City Council.
While staff’s review found that Christopher Ortiz failed to file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) within 14 days of being sworn in as a council member, he was a first-time appointee who was not familiar with the F-1 requirements for appointed political position.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Ortiz for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.700. In the Warning letter, Mr. Ortiz was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/120986 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""120986 Ortiz Christopher Complaint Return Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5648/120986%20Ortiz%20Christopher%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""120986 Ortiz Christopher K Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5648/120986%20Ortiz%20Christopher%20K%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""120986 Ortiz Christopher K Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/05/2024 12:48:28 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2157 3446 62702 01/09/2020 01/09/2020 01/17/2020 PDC Staff Luis Moscoso Moscoso, Luis: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.603 for failure to attest to completing mandatory training by December 31, 2019. (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.020/42.17A.603 Closed Administratively Lobbying - Lobbyist Lobbyist AttestationPDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Nancy Button is a first-time candidate running for the Position 3 School Director in Ferndale School District 502.
• Ms. Button filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) on May 26, 2023, choosing Full Reporting. A declaration was filed on May 19, 2023, and the original Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) was filed on June 1, 2023, and amended August 2, 2023.
• Staff reviewed the original filed F-1 and the amended F-1 and determined real estate information, for Ms. Button’s home, was missing from the originally filed report. Once notified of the missing information, Ms. Button indicated she thought she had included the home she owns with her husband in her first report but acknowledged the information was missing. Ms. Button amended the report upon being notified of the issue and included the required property information.
• The respondent does not have any other warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
The unreported real estate information on the F-1 appears to have been a mistake, and the issue was remedied timely. Ms. Button said in her response “my goal is to be 100% accurate.”
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to promptly report real estate information on the F-1does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Nancy Button will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure to ensure information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) was complete and correct at the time of filing. PDC staff expects in the future Ms. Button will keep her information up to date according to PDC laws and rules. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.603 for failure to attest, by December 31, 2019, to completing Legislative Code of Conduct training as required by the WA State Legislature.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Christopher Plante’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mark Ozias and the Committee about the importance to timely disclose all contribution and expenditure activities with expenditure detail, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that Ms. Tater reproduced the Committees original slate card adding candidate endorsements that were not included in the original flyer, and she included her name as an endorser of the candidates listed as well as the sponsor of the advertisement at the bottom of the flyer. The added information stated: “Endorsement by 42nd LD Democrats &/or Your PCO Jeannine Tater” and “Printing and Distribution Paid By Jeannine Tater, Precinct Committee Officer #210.”
Ms. Tater stated “There was never any malice on my part. I only wanted to provide my constituents in the 42nd LD Precinct 201 a complete slate of Democratic candidates. She stated that she spent several hours revising her flyer which needed to be re-designed after conversations she had with other party members. The revised flyer included the Committee’s logo, and two columns that stated “Official 42nd LD Endorsements” and “PCO Tater Recommends” followed by the lists of candidates endorsed by the Committee and Ms. Tater. The flyer included the sponsor identification listed above and added the following clarifying statement “Endorsements and Recommendations Included in Precinct 201 ballot order. When candidates are dual endorsed, or no endorsement on race, PCO #201 Jeannine Tater from LD#42 PCO Tater selected the best electable Democratic Party candidate without 42nd LD Endorsement. The 42nd LD Never Endorses PCO Candidates. Voters make that determination!”
The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response from Lorena Gonzalez, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
When responding, Gonzales provided the PDC four amended F-1 reports, covering the years 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. PDC staff filed the amended reports. As of 2020, candidates could amend the F-1 reports online, and on December 21, 2021, Gonzalez electronically amended the F-1 reports covering the years 2019 and 2020. The amended reports included additional creditor information: the Internal Revenue Service (tax liability), Navient (student loan) and PHEA (student loan).
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Lorena Gonzalez will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Lorena Gonzalez shall complete any outstanding amendments by January 31, 2022 and accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by the Respondents to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s January 9, 2019 approved motions to move, adopt, and later rescind a suggestion to send a letter to the newspaper supporting Prop. 1 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors about the importance of 1) not using public facilities to directly or indirectly promote or oppose any ballot propositions; and 2) ensuring the public is provided with adequate notice and an opportunity to express opposing views when the Board takes any action at a public meeting that concerns a ballot proposition. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is an incumbent candidate for re-election who filed with Elections officials on May 15, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 29, 2019.
The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 1, 2019, prior to being notified of the complaint, and the report was received 64 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
Noncompliance was the result of a technical error in transmitting the report to the PDC. The Respondent took steps to resolve this good-faith error prior to being notified of the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The second complaint alleged that the stickers the Respondent appended to his campaign signs to remedy missing sponsor ID were insufficient in size and some signs were missing stickers. The Complainant also alleged the campaign had recently erected a billboard where sponsor address was missing and the font size used for sponsor ID was insufficient.
Based on the attached findings, and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to 1) provide sponsor ID on political advertising; and 2) timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures in election year 2025. In the future, PDC staff expect the Respondent to provide complete sponsor ID and timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on required reports, including in-kind contributions. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHESTER MAKINSTER
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.603 for failure to attest, by December 31, 2019, to completing Legislative Code of Conduct training as required by the WA State Legislature.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Tonia Sorrell-Neal’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely reporting and complete reporting, and providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future. For more information about PDC requirements, see the 'For Candidates' section and the 'Political Advertising Guide' section of the PDC website.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA LIBRARY MEDIA ASSN
By PDC Staff Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.630
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.630: VIOLATION
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, CT Publishing and The Silver Agency’s failure to maintain and collect all required information, as outlined in RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050, so as to provide upon request an inspection of the books of account for political advertising, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, CT Publishing and The Silver Agency will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050. Staff expects CT Publishing and The Silver Agency, moving forward, to comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance pertaining to the collection and maintenance of all required information as outlined in RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050; and to provide within the statutory timeline inspection of the books of account for political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Technical problems with the electronic registration filing system were identified by the PDC from May 13, 2019 to June 27, 2019, which prevented or delayed filers’ ability to timely file registrations during this period. Due to such circumstances, the filing requirements for the filer were suspended during this period, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.055.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding the Respondent about the importance of timely filing the Candidate Registration report (C-1 report), including PDC staff’s expectations that the Respondent timely will file all reports of registration in accordance with PDC laws and rules going forward.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JOE LUDEMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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A complaint was filed alleging that Cemal Richards violated either: (1) RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and file reports as a local ballot measure committee in opposition to the Clark County Charter Amendments that appeared on the November 2, 2021 general election; or (2) RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to file reports of Independent Expenditure (C-6 report), by making expenditures in opposition to the Clark County Charter Amendments.
Mr. Richards stated that he created the Just Vote No Facebook page because “there were no opposing arguments in the voters’ pamphlet and I wanted to educate voters on what the cons were if they approved the Charter Amendments.” He stated that he “found out about the signs later on, I had no involvement in funding or creating them.” Concerning the mailers mentioned in the complaint allegation, they were actually fliers, and he did not design them or “provide any funding for them.”
Mr. Richards stated that he is “a software engineer by trade so I made the website myself and downloaded a free template from https://html5up.net/.” He stated that he “spent no money on the efforts” that he undertook to bring awareness to the Clark County Charter Amendments that appeared on the November 2, 2021 ballot.
Mr. Richards stated that “Kris Greene did not contact me about the signs, but I saw a post on Facebook from him that mentioned that the fliers were available at his office. I don't know how many signs were produced or posted.” Concerning the fliers, he stated that Mr. Greene “did not contact me about the fliers being available. I don't know how many were printed and I don't know how they were distributed.”
Mr. Richards concluded by stating that “I did NOT solicit or accept any contributions to oppose the Charter Amendments on behalf of Kris Greene or any other person. I started the Just Vote No effort because there were no opposing arguments in the voter pamphlet.”
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance that the activities undertaken by Cemal Richards in opposition to several of the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments that included submitting opposition statements in the 2021 November 2, 2021, Clark County Voter’s Pamphlet and creating a website using his knowledge as a computer engineer did not require him to register and report as a ballot measure committee. Mr. Richards did not solicit or accept contributions to engage in his activities, and he did not incur any tangible costs to create the Vote No website.
In addition, Mr. Richard did not spend personal funds more than $100 so he was not required to file an Independent Expenditures report (C-6 report) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.255.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations against Cemal Richards in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEVIN MCCANN
By THADDEUS MARTIN IV
RCW 42.17.130, RCW 42.17.530
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/17/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.530: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-010 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11010.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2244/11010.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11010.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11010.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2244/11010.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11010.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 2197 3127 55069 07/17/2019 07/17/2019 09/04/2019 Glen Morgan Thurston County Democratic Central Committee Thurston County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.220 by accepting over-limit anonymous contributions. (EY '16) (July '19) RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide
On July 17, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint/allegation and determined that the Committee could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on the above, the PDC found no evidence to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/55069 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""55069 Thurston County Democratic Central Committee Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3127/55069%20Thurston%20County%20Democratic%20Central%20Committee%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55069 Thurston County Democratic Central Committee Complaint Return Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3127/55069%20Thurston%20County%20Democratic%20Central%20Committee%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55069 Thurston Co Democratic Central Committee Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3127/55069%20Thurston%20Co%20Democratic%20Central%20Committee%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/07/2019 10:55:55 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2198 3215 56939 09/04/2019 09/03/2019 11/07/2019 Evan James Merritt Ron Simmons Simmons, Ron: Allegation of violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities (EY 19, Sept19) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - Local "On September 3, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Ron Simmons, fire chief for the Snohomish County Fire District 4, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using a public agency, office or facilities to support multiple candidates for Commissioner Position 4 of the Snohomish County Fire District 4, and to oppose Mr. Merritt's candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed your allegations, the applicable statutes, rules and interpretations, including Interpretation 04-02 ""Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns,"" and the response provided by Chief Ron Simmons to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted.
Staff's review found that the screenshots depicted Ron Simmons as Fire Chief. However, the Chief's title is not a public facility of Snohomish County Fire Protection District 4. Additionally, staff also found that the Chief's personal Facebook postings, posted by the Chief on his personal Facebook account were done on the Chief's own time, during non-work hours, and were expressions of his personal views, and were not the view(s) of the Snohomish County Fire Protection District 4. Also, Chief Simmons' Facebook postings did not involve the use of any facilities of Snohomish County Fire District 4.
Regarding the second allegation - use of district email to send messages to subordinates to discourage support for a candidate, staff found that Chief Simmons sent three separate emails, including one Memorandum to staff. Staff's review determined that one of the emails sent by the Chief needed to be worded more carefully and with some degree of restraint.
Based on the above review/determination, staff recommended to Chief Simmons that in the future he avoid using wording like he used in the last paragraph of the email that needed to be worded carefully and with some degree of restraint, directing staff to ""please stay out of the campaign gaming,"" because it is important to avoid even the appearance or perception that the Chief, while using public facilities, is directing his staff members to not be involved in election campaigns on their own time, using their own resources.
PDC staff reminded Chief Simmons about the importance of avoiding even the appearance or perception of using agency facilities to support or oppose candidates for public office by encouraging or limiting support or opposition for candidates.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/56939 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""56939 Simmons Ron Complaint with Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3215/56939%20Simmons%20Ron%20Complaint%20with%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""56939 Ron Simmons Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3215/56939%20Ron%20Simmons%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""56939 Simmons Ron Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3215/56939%20Simmons%20Ron%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/07/2019 04:09:37 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2199 4176 93988 06/24/2021 08/18/2021 PDC Staff Darvin J. Zimmerman Darvin J. Zimmerman: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Judicial Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 20, 2020. The complaint alleged that Kelly Chambers, incumbent State Representative in Legislative District 25, Position 1 and candidate for re-election in the 2020 general election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on written political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by campaign consultant Alex Hays of AB Hays, LLC, on behalf of Rep. Chambers (“the Respondent”), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although Rep. Chambers is not a first-time candidate and her campaign consultant, AB Hays, LLC, has general knowledge of PDC laws and rules regarding written political advertisement and sponsor identification, it appears that the creation and mailing of this specific ad was mistakenly viewed by the campaign as something different than the more traditional type of mailers done in the past. Furthermore, the response to the complaint shows that the campaign is fully aware of the sponsor identification requirements as they used this knowledge in a subsequent mailing.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on one piece of political advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Rep. Chambers about the importance of including the proper and full disclosure of the sponsor on all future written political advertisement in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case was resolved via the submission of the missing reports, a signed Statement of Understanding and $200 payment.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer, Jaclynn Simmons of behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Mary C. Anderson was a first-time candidate for elected office. It appears that the late reporting of in-kind contributions and expenditures experienced by the 2023 Anderson Campaign was due to unintentional oversight and not purposely omitted to conceal campaign activity from the public. The Respondent has stated a commitment to future compliance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file May 2023 and 21-day pre-primary C-4 reports for the 2023 Anderson Campaign disclosing all required campaign activity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mary C. Anderson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures for the 2023 campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Anderson timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures disclosing all campaign activity so it is readily available to the public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case was resolved via the submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 payment.
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62893 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62893 Lindsay Michael Administrative Closure.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3459/62893%20Lindsay%20Michael%20Administrative%20Closure.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""62893 Lindsay Michael Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3459/62893%20Lindsay%20Michael%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/14/2020 09:53:56 AM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2207 3527 65091 02/14/2020 02/14/2020 02/26/2020 PDC Staff MARK OKAZAKI MARK OKAZAKI: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file monthly Lobbyist Reports (L-2 reports) in calendar year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Closed Administratively Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyOn February 14, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Mark Okazaki of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file a Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) disclosing lobbying activities in September 2019.
The PDC received the 2019 L-2 report on February 14, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a Lobbyist registered to lobby in 2019, the September 2019 report was due by the 15th day of October 2019, making the report 122 days late.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/65091 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""65091 Okazaki Mark Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3527/65091%20Okazaki%20Mark%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""65091 Okazaki Mark Brief Hearing Notice - February 28, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3527/65091%20Okazaki%20Mark%20Brief%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20February%2028%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/26/2020 10:37:39 AM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2208 2213 10-124 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 TIMOTHY ROWE TIMOTHY ROWE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOTHY ROWE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-124 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10124.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2213/10124.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10124.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 2209 5646 120832 01/27/2023 01/27/2023 04/25/2023 Jerald Brannon Okanogan School District Okanogan School District: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities by using a mailer to influence passage of a Levy (EY23, Jan23) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Agency - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on January 27, 2023. The complaint alleged that Okanogan School District (the District) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities by supporting a levy through a mailer.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; the response provided by Superintendent Steve Quick on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff found no evident to support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by the Respondent when reviewing the content of the mailer. Further, the written response provided by Superintendent Steve Quick showed a sufficient understanding of RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Lewis County Republican Central Committee (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the sponsor’s address on the automatic display destination site linked to digital advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Lewis County Republican Central Committee received a formal written warning concerning its failure to fully comply with the sponsor identification requirements for political advertising. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Lewis County Republican Central Committee disclose all required sponsor identification on future advertising, including small digital ads where an automatic display (e.g. click-thru link) is used. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and response provided by the Capitol City Press to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that, in this instance, the failure to respond to the inquiry and provide inspection of a commercial advertiser’s books of accounts does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Capitol City Press about its responsibility to respond to all email requests made to its published emails addresses. The company was also provided information on its responsibilities in regard to political commercial advertising.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 30, 2023, remotely from Olympia, WA. The purpose of the hearing was to consider whether Kat Stupka violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign as required by campaigns registered under the “Full Reporting” option.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The case was resolved via the submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 payment.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
(1) It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances:
(b) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent.
(3) It is not a violation of this section for a candidate or his or her agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself. It is not a violation of this section for a person or organization referenced in subsection (1)(c) of this section to make a statement about that person or organization because such persons and organizations cannot defame themselves.
Use of the terms ""reelect,"" ""retain,"" and ""return.""
(1) The term ""reelect"" when used in an advertisement represents that the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision.
(2) The term ""reelect"" may be used in an advertisement by a nonincumbent candidate who has previously been elected to the office being sought provided that in the same advertisement it is clearly stated that the candidate is not the incumbent.
(3) The term ""retain"" in an advertisement represents that the candidate is the incumbent but does not necessarily imply that the candidate attained the office by election.
(4) The term ""return"" in an advertisement represents that the candidate now holds, or has previously held, the office being sought, but does not represent that the office was necessarily attained by election.
Based on our findings, staff has determined the Respondent is seeking reelection to an office within the same political subdivision for which she was previously elected and currently holds. Her break in service might caution against using the term “re-elect,” since her current incumbency is not based on election. However, the rule concerning usage of the term “Reelect” set forth in WAC 390-18-040 is based upon RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b), which prohibits the sponsoring of political advertising that falsely represents a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent. To find a violation of .335, staff must prove the statement constituted libel or defamation and was made with actual malice. However, the Legislature specifically indicated in subsection (3) that it is not a violation for a candidate or their agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(b) about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself.
In this instance the evidence does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.335 and WAC 390-18-040 for the misuse of the term “re-elect” in campaign advertising.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/140539 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""140539 Stuart_Pamela Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6078/140539%20Stuart_Pamela%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""140539 Stuart Pamela Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6078/140539%20Stuart%20Pamela%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""140539 Stuart_Pamela Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6078/140539%20Stuart_Pamela%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}]" 08/22/2023 08:28:53 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2223 6162 141894 09/06/2023 11/14/2023 PDC Staff Tyler Byrd Tyler Byrd: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) covering calendar year 2022 due no later than April 17, 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1The PDC received a complaint alleging that Ricky Moon (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240 & .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports, including expenditure description details.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a candidate who filed with Elections officials on May 17, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 31, 2019.
The Respondent filed a C-1 report and an F-1 report with the PDC on September 4, 2019, which is 96 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
In his response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated noncompliance was due to a family medical emergency. Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent and their attorney; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
We opened the complaint under the entity named Enumclaw Candidates for Change but did not find evidence supporting the existence of an entity called Enumclaw Candidates for Change. In that there does not appear to be an existing entity, there is no entity to have register as a political action committee with the PDC nor file applicable reports disclosing contributions and expenditures.
Vivian Tillman-Cadematori, named in your complaint and identified as the person to contact regarding the allegations, has indicated that she is not aware of an entity by the name of Enumclaw Candidates for Change.
Per WAC 390-16-105, a candidate or candidates committee is not required to comply with provisions of RCW 42.17A.225 through 42.17A.240, except as otherwise prescribed in WAC 390-16-038, 390-16-115, and 390-16-125, if the committee selects the mini reporting option on its Candidate Registration (C-1) and meets both of the following conditions:
Candidates and committees choosing mini reporting do not file contribution and expenditure reports, but they must file a registration statement, keep records of their contributions and expenditures, and comply with disclosure requirements.
Vivian Tillman-Cadematori was a 2023 candidate for a School Director position with the Enumclaw School District 216. Ms. Tillman-Cadematori, filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on May 19, 2023, under the Mini Reporting Option
The complaint also included links to private and public Facebook pages alleging the pages were used to influence elections and collect money. The sites included:
The Enumclaw Excellence page was a public page and the ESD Candidate for Change page and the Excellence in Enumclaw Education page were both private pages. If the person, or collection of individuals, associated with the Facebook pages raised or spent money to influence an election, they would have been required to register as a political committee. There was no evidence the Facebook pages included paid advertisements or provided a fundraising platform in support of the candidates running for Enumclaw School Board.
The complaint included a picture of a banner with photos of four candidates running for the Enumclaw School Board. The banner identified candidates Jimmy Stewart, Vivian Tillman-Cadematori, Tonya Pettit, and Ben Stouffer. PDC staff questioned Ms. Tillman-Cadematori about the banner and she identified the banner as being 6 ’x 12’ in size and the cost of the banner was $768.09. All four candidates shared in the cost of the banner. The bus, upon which the banner was hung, incurred no cost to the candidates. In this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation, but the PDC does remind the candidates that this type of political advertising requires complete sponsor identification per RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010.
Based on our findings, the evidence does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 or .240 for failure to register as a political action committee or failure to disclose contributions and expenditures.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
It appears the “Donate” button on the website was nonfunctioning and remained on the homepage after the 2019 election as an oversight. Mr. Miller states “I regret the oversight on my part and have taken swift steps to correct the issue and return to full compliance with the RCWs.”
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Pete Miller, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.005(8), that fundraising tools on a website may be construed as a declaration of candidacy for election to public office. PDC staff expects in the future that Pete Miller will manage his website so as not to inadvertently promote his candidacy for office when he is not seeking election.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/124103 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""124103 Miller_Pete Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5720/124103%20Miller_Pete%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""124103 Miller Pete Complaint Return"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""124103 Miller Pete Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5720/124103%20Miller%20Pete%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""124103 Miller Pete Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""124103 Miller_Pete Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5720/124103%20Miller_Pete%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""124103 Miller Pete Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/05/2023 10:07:13 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2233 5465 110546 07/18/2022 10/05/2022 PDC Staff POPP JEFF L POPP JEFF L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for CY2021 (GE22) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1The PDC received a complaint alleging that Citizens for Lopez Solid Waste Levy (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205(5) and .240(11) by failing to include its sponsor’s name in the registered committee’s name on C-1PC and C-3 reports filed during election years 2016 and 2019. PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.205(5) and WAC 390-16-011A(1) require a sponsored committee to include the name of its sponsor “in the committee’s name” on the C-1PC (Committee Registration) form it files with the PDC. RCW 42.17A.005(46)(b)(i) defines a “sponsor” to include a source from which a committee receives 80% or more of its contributions. Contributions received in the previous twelve months should be considered to determine whether a contributor meets the definition of a committee sponsor.
The Respondent reported receiving $1,900 in contributions from Solid Waste Alternative Program (SWAP) during 2016, which represented 100% of the contributions received by the Respondent during the preceding twelve months. The Respondent also reported receiving $3,000 in contributions from SWAP in 2019, which represented 100% of the contributions received by the Respondent during the preceding twelve months.
SWAP’s name was omitted from the committee name the Respondent reported on its C-1PC reports for election years 2016 and 2019.
After being notified of the complaint, the Respondent made a good-faith effort to comply by amending its C-1PC reports for election years 2016 and 2019 within five days. On these amended reports, the committee’s name was changed to “Citizens for Lopez Solid Waste Levy sponsored by Solid Waste Alternative(s) Program (SWAP).”
PDC laws and rules do not require a committee to retroactively amend its C-3 reports to reflect a registered name change.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to include the sponsor’s name in the committee’s registered name does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of including its sponsor in the committee name, when required.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Respondent timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections requested by PDC staff. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted. and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 payment.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/102545 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - 102545 - Alan Bennett.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5109/SOU%20-%20102545%20-%20Alan%20Bennett.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 102545 - Alan Bennett"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""102545 Bennett Alan SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5109/102545%20Bennett%20Alan%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""102545 Bennett Alan Candidate F-1 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5109/102545%20Bennett%20Alan%20Candidate%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Alan Bennett"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2022-02-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-02-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 02/16/2022 03:47:19 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 2240 5494 110574 07/18/2022 10/18/2022 PDC Staff Tim Rasmussen Tim Rasmussen: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for CY2021 (GE22) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1Through its Group Enforcement process for individuals required to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), PDC staff identified Theo Leonard as an individual required to file the F-1 for 2021 by April 15, 2022. Mr. Leonard rejected staff’s offer to settle the alleged violation by filing the missing report and paying a $100 penalty. Mr. Leonard also disputed that he was appointed to the position of Kittitas County Parks & Recreation District No. 1 (KPRD) Commissioner. Staff investigated and found:
Mr. Leonard denied the facts set forth by Commission staff, and the matter was set for an enforcement hearing before the full commission on October 27, 2022. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Commission found Mr. Leonard in violation of RCW 42.17A.700 and assessed a civil penalty of $600 with $500 suspended on the condition Mr. Leonard files the F-1 report and pays the non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of the date of the Final Order and commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 within four years of the date of the Final Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/110572 600.00 500.00 500.00 600.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""110572 Theo Leonard Enforcement Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5492/110572%20Theo%20Leonard%20Enforcement%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""110572 Final Order Cover Letter Theo Leonard.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5492/110572%20Final%20Order%20Cover%20Letter%20Theo%20Leonard.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Final Order-Leonard-Rev-110572.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5492/Final%20Order-Leonard-Rev-110572.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""110572 Leonard Theo annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE 22).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5492/110572%20Leonard%20Theo%20annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%2022%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""110572 Leonard Theo annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE 22)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Theo M. Leonard"", ""address"" : ""P.O. Box 381, Odessa, WA 99159-0381"", ""order_date"" : ""2022-11-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-12-21"", ""amount"" : 600.00, ""description"" : ""Failure to file annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1)"", ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""File F-1 and pay non-suspended portion of penalty ($100.00) within 30 days of date of Final Order and commit no further violations within four years of date of Final Order."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 500.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-12-01"", ""amount"" : 600.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/07/2022 01:28:33 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 2244 2270 11-036 12/17/2010 12/17/2010 DAVID OLSON 5TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS 5TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.060, RCW 42.17.067, RCW 42.17.120 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
5TH DISTRICT DEMOCRATS
By DAVID OLSON
RCW 42.17.060, RCW 42.17.067, RCW 42.17.120
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.060: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.067: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.120: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-036 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11036.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2270/11036.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11036.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11036.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2270/11036.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11036.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 2245 5652 121660 02/22/2023 04/13/2023 PDC Staff James Lunsford Lunsford, James: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 Monthly
At the March 29, 2023 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is May 15, 2023.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review, staff has decided that, in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Shellie Willis will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately file contribution information leading to the appearance of receiving over limit contributions. Staff expects the campaign to follow filing requirements and to stay within the statutory contribution limits in this and all future campaigns. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/140784 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""140784 Willis_Shellie Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6083/140784%20Willis_Shellie%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""140784 Willis Shellie Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6083/140784%20Willis%20Shellie%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""140784 Willis_Shellie Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6083/140784%20Willis_Shellie%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/21/2023 01:38:34 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2248 5900 138713 06/20/2023 07/18/2023 PDC Staff Jeffrey Moon Jeffrey Moon: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to Register Campaign (C-1 report) and failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY23 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEAN WILLARD
By DAVID OLSON
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.640
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/04/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-037 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11037.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2271/11037.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11037.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11037.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2271/11037.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11037.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 2250 5856 138668 06/20/2023 11/16/2023 PDC Staff Bryan Musser Bryan Musser: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to Register Campaign (C-1 report) and failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY23 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, regarding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320, the failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mark Kroese will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Kroese follow all applicable laws, rules, and guidelines related to political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/144170 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""144170 Kroese Mark Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6269/144170%20Kroese%20Mark%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""144170 Kroese Mark Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144170 Kroese_Mark Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6269/144170%20Kroese_Mark%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144170 Kroese_Mark Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6269/144170%20Kroese_Mark%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 03/28/2024 02:59:35 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2252 7582 165364 12/12/2024 12/11/2024 01/16/2025 Conner Edwards John Linboe John Linboe: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY24 DEC24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• John Linboe (the Respondent) filed the post-election expenditure (C-4) report 2 days late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
If you have questions, you may contact Jordan Campbell at 1-360-753-1111 toll-free at 1-877-601-2828, or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 civil penalty.
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At a December 2, 2021 Reconsideration Hearing, the Commission RESCINDED the full penalty amount assessed at the July 15, 2021 hearing. The violation found at the July 15, 2021, hearing stands.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/121749 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""121749 Stinson Summer L-2 Lobbyist BAP Order (CY 22).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5701/121749%20Stinson%20Summer%20L-2%20Lobbyist%20BAP%20Order%20%28CY%2022%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""Amended 121749 Stinson Summer L2 Hearing Notice CY22.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5701/Amended%20121749%20Stinson%20Summer%20L2%20Hearing%20Notice%20CY22.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Summer Stinson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2023-04-14"", ""due_date"" : ""2023-05-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2023-05-05"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - Penalty""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/11/2023 11:04:17 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 2259 6100 141221 08/10/2023 08/09/2023 10/25/2023 Glen Morgan James DeHart DeHart, James: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-034 for failure to accurately and completely report expenditure and contribution information. (EY'22; Aug'23) WAC 390-16-034, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, the evidence in this instance does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.240 or WAC 390-16-034.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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At a December 8, 2022 Enforcement Hearing, the Commission found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file the F-1 report and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order. The F-1 report covering calendar year 2021 was filed by the Respondent on 12/7/22.
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On March 15, 2022, Idan provided the PDC with an F-1 supplement for 2018. The supplements listed the required information to bring Idan’s 2018 financial affairs report into substantial compliance. The PDC found no evidence Idan intended to conceal the amount.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Zak Idan will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Zak Idan accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/102430 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""102430 Idan Zak Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5089/102430%20Idan%20Zak%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 102430 Zak Idan closed with warning.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5089/PDC%20Case%20102430%20Zak%20Idan%20closed%20with%20warning.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 03/17/2022 11:52:23 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2263 2272 11-038 12/16/2010 12/16/2010 ROSEANNE LASATER AL FRENCH AL FRENCH: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.530 ClosedThe following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AL FRENCH
By ROSEANNE LASATER
RCW 42.17.530
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/06/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.530: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-038 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11038.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2272/11038.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11038.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11038.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2272/11038.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11038.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 2264 4599 95225 07/13/2021 02/18/2022 PDC Staff Brandon Patching Brandon Patching: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate F1
The complaints allege Central Kitsap School District officials violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote a ballot proposition, specifically supporting the April 26, 2022 school levy election.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot propositions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminds Central Kitsap School District officials that election-related information be in accordance with the statutes, rules, and PDC Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, Interpretation 01-03. Interpretation 01-03 and PDC fact sheets provide guidance regarding the use of terms such as ‘support,’ and exclamatory statements such as ‘bring our schools to life!’
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the F-1 report filed by Mr. Hachamovitch for the period January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021; Mr. Hachamovitch’s Candidate Registration filed on September 5, 2021; and responses to the complaint provided by Mr. Hachamovitch on October 17, 2022, and October 24, 2022, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
While staff found Mr. Hachamovitch’s F-1 report included deficiencies, he fully cooperated with PDC staff during its review and took responsibility for the deficiencies by amending the F-1 report to include reportable entities. However, Mr. Hachamovitch did not include the disputed debt on an amended F-1 report.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to include all reportable information on Mr. Hachamovitch’s F-1 Report covering 2021 activity does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. When the complaint was received, staff informed you that C-3 and C-4 reports of contributions and expenditures are not required for filers under the Mini Reporting Option. Mr. Hachamovitch was a Mini filer, not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Hachamovitch will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose reportable ownership and directorship interests in a Limited Liability Company and two tax-advantaged 529 Plans and for his failure to disclose disputed debt that had not been formally dismissed, on his Personal Financial Affairs Statement for 2021 activity. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Hachamovitch include all reportable entities and debt on future F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The WCRP is a Bona Fide County Political Party Committee that has been registered and reporting with the PDC dating back to at least the early 1990’s. On January 9, 2021, the Committee file a Registration as a Bona Fide County Party Committee for its Non-Exempt Account, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing John Ramsey as Chairman, Ashley Butenschoen as Vice-Chair, Russell Dzialo as Treasurer, and Heidi Shires as Secretary.
On December 17, 2021, the PDC conducted an Initial Hearing (Case Review Status) and opened a formal investigation against the WCRP.
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 require Bona Fide Political Party Committees under the Full Reporting option to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken during calendar years 2020 and 2021.
Whatcom County Republican Party: 2020 Committee Activities
The WCRP failed to accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities for calendar year 2020, which resulted in a $14,381.76 discrepancy, since the WCRP's 2020 ending cash on hand balance was listed as $4,039.10 on the December 2020 C-4 report, but the 2021 beginning balance on January 1, 2021, totaled $18,420.86 as disclosed on the January 2021 C-4 report.
On October 18, 2021, Russell Dzialo, Treasurer for the Whatcom County Republican Party (WCRP) sent an email responding to the allegations listed in the complaint stating that he took “responsibility for the accuracy and any errors that may have occurred” in filing the required C-3 and C-4 reports. He stated he served as a volunteer party committee Treasurer for the WCRP without pay, and that any mistakes or errors for the reports he filed on behalf of the WCRP were “attributed to simply being overly busy and distracted.”
Mr. Dzialo stated that the WCRP had a technological issue in which they found they could not recover their Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) campaign finance software dataset for calendar year 2020. He stated the WCRP had to manually re-enter the 2020 contribution and expenditure activities for the whole year.
The WCRP engaged the services of Bruce Ayers to review the committee’s books of account, re-enter the contribution and expenditure activities, and reconcile the totals with the committee bank statements. Mr. Ayers and the WCRP’s reconciliation work, which was confirmed by PDC Staff’s review, indicated that a portion of the $14,381.76 discrepancy in the December 31, 2020, ending committee balance was attributed to two duplicated expenditures that were disclosed on the initial 2020 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report.
The 2020 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was timely filed by the WCRP on October 26, 2020 and disclosed the following duplicated expenditures: (1) A $8,024.80 expenditure made on October 23, 2020, to Lithex NW Printing from Bellingham, WA for “Mailers plus postage”; and (2) A $2,853.38 expenditure made on October 13, 2020, to Lithex NW Printing from Bellingham, WA for “525-yard signs.”
Mr. Ayers and the WCRP’s reconciliation work, and PDC Staff’s review, confirmed that the $14,381.76 discrepancy also included contribution and expenditure activities that were not timely disclosed on either C-3 or C-4 reports during calendar year 2020. Those contribution and expenditure activities included a $500 expenditure made on October 14, 2020, to The Fourth Corner in Bellingham, WA for “Digital Ad in Fourth Corner Web Site not reported in 2020”, and numerous unreported small contributions and proceeds from low-cost fundraiser sales of merchandise during 2020. In addition, the WCRP filed numerous initial C-3 and amended C-3 reports as part of calendar year 2020’s reconciliation work disclosing additional contributions that had been received totaling slightly more than $3,000.
On January 31, 2023, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by officers of the WCRP, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Whatcom County Republican Party during calendar year 2020, along with a check for $450 for penalty assessed in the matter. The signed SOU and $450 penalty payment resolves the allegations concerning the violations for failing to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities.
Whatcom County Republican Party: 2021 Committee Activities
Mr. Dzialo stated that the 2021 complaint allegations (allegation #2 through #5) “were all caused by a bug in the ORCA software that I found when entering the auction reports following our 2021 Lincoln Day Dinner fundraiser. These errors were reported to the PDC and since the duplicate reports did not show up in my ORCA portal the PDC had to delete them for me.” He stated that the WCRP auction proceeds allegation in the complaint included an ORCA issue in which all the contributors who purchased auction items to the “silent auction had their contributions multiplied by a factor of six.”
Mr. Dzialo stated that he contacted PDC staff concerning this matter on May 24, 2021, that it was resolved on June 3, 2021 when PDC staff confirmed that the duplicate reports had been deleted, and he “attached copies of the email correspondence with the PDC for the record.” The email string between Mr. Dzialo and PDC staff was from May 24 through June 3, 2021, concerning numerous WCRP C-3 reports for contributions received on April 10, 2021. The WCRP filed the C-3 reports on April 13, 2021, as auction receipts that were part of the proceeds from the Lincoln Day WCRP Dinner/fundraiser. On June 3, 2021, PDC staff emailed Mr. Dzialo concerning the duplicated C-3 reports and stated the following:
“The extra C3 reports with auction reports for the Whatcom County Republican Party have been deleted from the Public Disclosure Commission's database. The contribution total for 2021 and the aggregate contributions for individual donors should now show correctly. Our IT department is now aware of the technical problems that you had submitting a long auction report--thank you for bringing this issue to our attention.”
Once PDC staff deleted the duplicate C-3 reports, the WCRP refiled amended C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing party committee contribution and expenditure activities that were undertaken during calendar year 2021. No evidence was found that the WCRP failed to timely disclose any contribution and expenditure activities that were undertaken during the calendar year.
WCRP exceeding Non-Exempt account contribution limits in CY 2021
The complaint included allegations that the WCRP exceeded the Non-Exempt funds contribution limits as of May 7, 2021, for calendar year 2021 concerning contributions received from Pacific Growers, alleged to have totaled $6,990, and Asset Advisors, alleged to have totaled $5,775. As noted above, the WCRP had some ORCA technological reporting issues in 2021, especially concerning the proceeds received from the Lincoln Day Dinner.
Mr. Dzialo, former Treasurer stated: “These errors were reported to the PDC and since the duplicate reports did not show up in my ORCA portal the PDC had to delete them for me.” He stated the WCRP auction proceeds from the Lincoln Day Dinner were duplicated as the result of an ORCA technological “issue in which all of the contributors who purchased auction items to the silent auction had their contributions multiplied by a factor of six.” PDC Staff reviewed the C-3 reports that were re-filed by the WCRP after the duplicated C-3 reports had been deleted. Staff’s review found the following: (1) Pacific Growers out of Blaine made a total of 20 contributions totaling $3,570 during calendar year 2021. The $3,570 in total contributions received from Pacific Growers during calendar year 2021 included 19 contributions of $30 all made on April 10, 2021, and a $3,000 monetary contribution made on March 19, 2021; and (2) Asset Advisors made a total of five monetary contributions totaling $265, which were all made on April 10, 2021, and included two $95 monetary contributions and three $25 monetary contributions.
Once the initial duplicate C-3 reports filed by the WCRP were deleted and the corrected C-3 reports were re-filed, contributions received by the WCRP Non-Exempt Funds account from Pacific Growers and Asset Advisors did not exceed the $5,500 threshold during calendar year 2021.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. As noted above, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by officers of the Whatcom County Republican Party, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activities undertaken during calendar year 2020, and paid a $450 civil penalty that was assessed in the matter to resolve this allegation.
Concerning the remaining allegations, PDC staff: (1) found no evidence that contribution limits were exceeded by the Whatcom County Republican Party Non-Exempt Funds account during calendar year 2021 in violation of RCW 42.17A.405; and (2) found that the duplicate C-3 reports filed in 2021 by the Whatcom County Republican Party Non-Exempt Funds account were due to an ORCA technological issue they experienced, which required C-3 and C-4 reports to be deleted by PDC staff and refiled by the party, and did not rise to the level of a minor violation.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Purpose Dignity Action (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer’s Annual Report (L-3 report) for calendar year 2022 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Purpose Dignity Action received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely file a Lobbyist Employer’s Annual Report (L-3 report) disclosing 2022 lobbying expenditures. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Purpose Dignity Action timely file all future required lobbyist employer reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot propositions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminds Ocean Beach School District officials that election-related information be in accordance with the statutes, rules, and PDC Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, Interpretation 01-03. Interpretation 01-03 and PDC guidance provide guidelines regarding the use of exclamatory statements such as ‘time is right, need is now.’
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.430(8) states that “No candidate or authorized committee may transfer funds to any other candidate or other political committee.” Based on the statute, your complaint alleged the 2023 Don Orange Campaign (Campaign) made a prohibited contribution using 2023 active Campaign funds to the Clark County Democratic Party (CCDP).
On February 26, 2023, Don Orange filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for re-election to the office of Port Commissioner for the Port of Vancouver, Position #1, in 2023, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Lisa McLain as Treasurer. Mr. Orange was elected Port Commissioner for the Port of Vancouver in the 2017 election cycle as a first-time candidate.
On June 3, 2023, the Campaign timely filed a Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures report (C-4 report) covering the period May 1 through 31, 2023, disclosing that a $1,249 expenditure was made to the CCDP on May 16, 2023, to purchase a “table for Democrat’s annual Ogden Dinner for campaign volunteers.”
Ms. McLain stated that the Campaign acknowledged purchasing a table at the annual CCDP dinner for $1,249, and that the Val Ogden dinner provided the candidate “a great opportunity … to get his name out there.” She stated Mr. Orange is seeking re-election to Vancouver Port Commissioner, which is a non-partisan race, but “his values are more in line with the Democratic party, and he wanted this chance to campaign with a group who would naturally support him in his race.”
Ms. McLain stated Mr. Orange used the CCDP dinner “as an opportunity to give something to the volunteers who work on his campaign, and the tickets were purchased as a thank you to these people.” CCDP acknowledged that the event table sponsors for the Ogden dinner, including Don Orange, were named as a “table sponsor” and that he was allowed to bring Campaign yard signs and contribution remittance envelopes to display to attendees on side tables. Ms. McLain stated the CCDP do not “share their email lists or provide any table sponsors access to their social media accounts.”
Ms. McLain further stated that the costs for the Val Ogden dinner are calculated against income from the past year’s dinner to determine what the price for the tickets would be for the next year. For the 2023 Val Ogden dinner, the CCDP estimated the cost to be $125 per person or $1,250 for a table of ten, and the estimate “would cover the cost of a reserved seat, the dinner, dessert and wine.” She stated that “the actual income made on each ticket this year was $11.26 (from each ticket) or $112.63 per table (of 10).”
On October 4, 2023, the Campaign filed a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) disclosing that on October 2, 2023, the Campaign received a $112.63 miscellaneous receipt from the CCDP, which was deposited into the Campaign bank account on October 4, 2023. The C-3 report filed by the Campaign included the following description for the miscellaneous receipt refund: “a refund for the amount paid for a table (10 seats) to the Clark County Democrats’ annual Ogden dinner. $112.63 ended up being the party's profit on the table and considered an unallowed campaign donation to the party so it was refunded.” In addition, Ms. McLain sent an email confirming the information listed above.
PDC staff did not find evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the 2023 Don Orange Campaign concerning the requirement that no active Campaign funds can be used to make an expenditure to a political party committee, or any other political committee, that results in a contribution being made, or a profit being generated for an event. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The 2016 Cyrus Habib for Lieutenant Governor Campaign disclosed receiving $3,900 in monetary contributions from the Iranian American PAC represented slightly more than .35 percent of the $1,104,730 in total monetary and in-kind contributions received for the entire 2016 election cycle. While the Iranian American PAC was required to disclose the $3,900 in contributions made to the Cyrus Habib Campaign in 2016 on two C-5 reports, the PDC has determined that the facts do not warrant further investigation for an out-of-state committee.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) PDC staff formally warned the Iranian American PAC concerning the importance of timely filing C-5 report as required for a political committee registered with the FEC, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that the Iranian American PAC will timely file C-5 reports in the future disclosing all contributions made to Washington State candidates and political committees registered with the PDC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on January 31, 2022. The complaint alleged that Kent School District Officials (the District) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities by supporting a levy through a mailer.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Interim Superintendent Israel Vela on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the inclusion of non-factual commentary in the District’s mailed brochure regarding the February 8, 2022 levy was due to a general lack of knowledge of what is and is not appropriate in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03. Staff found no evidence that Interim Superintendent Vela or other officials of the Kent School District intended directly to solicit support for the levy.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, inclusion of non-factual language in a mailer regarding the February 8, 2022, levy does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kent School District Officials will receive a formal written warning concerning the inclusion of non-factual language in a mailed brochure regarding a levy. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the District closely review future brochures, flyers or other written materials regarding bonds or levies to ensure that they are fact-based in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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On May 19, 2022, Harry Bhagwandin filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for election to the office of Lewis County Commissioner, initially selecting the Mini Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer.
Mr. Bhagwandin was granted permission to change from the Mini to the Full Reporting option in July of 2022. He previously sought election in 2014 to the office of Lewis County Commissioner under the Full Reporting Option, and as a candidate for Lewis County Charter Review Commissioner in 2018 under the Mini Reporting Option.
Mr. Bhagwandin confirmed that his 2022 Lewis County Commissioner Campaign made no expenditures to either the LCN or Flannery Publications during 2022 for newspaper advertising or other services. He stated that Lynette Hoffman, a staff writer for the Lewis County News (LCN) contacted him about conducting a candidate interview sometime in early October of 2022.
Mr. Bhagwandin stated Ms. Hoffman informed him he could submit an editorial for publication with information about his 2022 candidacy for Lewis County Commissioner. He stated that it was his understanding “the interview and/or my editorial would be published in the LCN to inform her readership” about 2022 local Lewis County candidates.
Mr. Bhagwandin stated after his interview with Ms. Hoffman, he submitted an editorial written by him to the LCN “that included my concerns about local issues that I felt may be important to voters.” He stated that the editorial “was not intended to be paid advertising, but rather editorial comment from a candidate.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 17, 2016, the North Thurston Citizens for Schools PAC (Committee) filed a Committee Registration with the PDC declaring support for a 2020 North Thurston School District levy/bond election for a date to be determined, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Judy Wilson, as Treasurer, Ruth Weigelt, as Committee Manager, and Cynthia Coble, as Committee Secretary.
On November 18, 2020, and again on April 3, 2023, the Committee filed Committee Registrations with the PDC declaring support for a November 2024, North Thurston School District levy/bond election, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Judy Wilson, as Treasurer, Ruth Weigelt, as Committee Chair, and Cynthia Coble, as Secretary.
On August 16, 2023, Ms. Wilson submitted a response to the first two complaints stating the allegations concerning the Committee’s in-kind contribution details for the 2018 and 2019 annual fundraiser. She stated that in between the school district levy/bond election every four years, the Committee conducts two fundraising events every year, the Penny Auction in December, and a Golf Tournament in May. She stated that the proceeds from the two events are deposited into the Committee bank account, and since the Committee does not have many expenditures except for when the election is held, no additional funds are necessary.
Ms. Wilson stated that the fundraiser is called a “Penny Auction” because the items are not actually auctioned off; they are won by a “drawing” where the attendees purchase tickets from the Committee and the tickets are placed “in bags next to the items they hope to win.” She stated the “Penny Auction” items are donated by North Thurston School District teachers, administrators, staff, or volunteers from the various schools in the district. She noted that the complainant raised two issues concerning the fundraiser that included: (1) the actual contributors for the 2018 and 2019 Penny Auction items were not named individually; and (2) the addresses listed on the 2018 and 2019 Schedule B to C-4 reports disclosing the in-kind contributors were for the North Thurston School that the contributors were employed at or aligned with.
Ms. Wilson stated the use of the North Thurston “school’s address is my mistake” and added that the C-4 form requires an address for each contributor and “since the individual person or persons was not available to me, I inadvertently used the address of the school they were from.” Noting that the complaint alleged the in-kind contributions came from the use of North Thurston School District funds, Ms. Wilson stated that while the Committee did not have a list of the 2018 individuals who donated items to the raffle, she confirmed “the items did not come from district/school funds.”
Ms. Wilson stated that while she was reviewing the donation slips that the Committee had been using for the Penny Auction, she noticed that the donation slips needed “to be updated to request the actual donors and their addresses.” She stated that this will be done before the next Penny Auction which will be held in December of 2023. She stated that she is on her third computer for the Committee Treasury work, just since 2018.
Ms. Wilson stated that PDC staff had requested that the Committee attempt to determine who the actual donors were for the 2018 and 2019 Penny Auctions. She stated that she did not find the 2018 Penny Auction donor slips, but that she had located the 2019 donor slips, although unfortunately the 2019 donor slips did not have names associated with it, but it did have the contributors’ email addresses. She stated that she went through the “tedious process” of identifying and in some instances contacting the individuals by email to determine their complete name and/or addresses. She noted that took quite a bit of her time to obtain most of the 2019 contributor information and added she hopes “to resolve this issue and improve our process so it does not occur in the future.”
PDC staff’s review of the 2019 Penny Auction spreadsheet that was re-created by Ms. Wilson and submitted by the Committee, which indicated that Ms. Wilson was able to identity 43 individuals or organizations and their corresponding addresses out of the 56 total in-kind contributors received in 2019. Ms. Wilson was not able to identify the 2018 in-kind contributors since she could not find the donor slips.
Ms. Wilson stated that there was no attempt made by her or the Committee to hide any individual donors or their corresponding addresses on the 2018 and 2019 Penny Auction reports, and that the Committee simply made a mistake by not retaining the 2018 donor slips or catching the mistakes listed on the 2019 donor slips.
Concerning the late filing of the Committee’s C-3 and C-4 reports listed in the third complaint from Mr. Morgan, Ms. Wilson stated that she was surprised when she saw the allegations of the late filed reports. She stated that there were several of the alleged late filed C-3 reports which were only for bank interest, which she added she was under the impression were not reportable.
Ms. Wilson stated that for many months of the year, bank interest is the Committee’s only activity, and that she would frequently file C-3 and C-4 reports “every 4‐6 months in those instances.” She stated that the committee does not have much activity except for every four years when there is a levy or bond election on the ballot, and there was no intention by the Committee to “hide donors or the amounts of their donations” or their addresses for the Penny Auction reports in 2018 and 2019.
Ms. Wilson stated that since these allegations were brought to her attention, she will pay much more attention to the reporting requirements for the Penny Auction donors and the reporting dates. She added that she confessed that “adjusting to the changes in technology is not my strong suit” and that she is “still adjusting to the recent changes.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance.
The Committee acknowledged being on their third computer since 2018, and that they failed to properly maintain adequate records concerning the 2018 Penny Auction donor slips and ORCA back-up and having to reconcile the 2019 donor slips with the email addresses to determine the contributor’s names. Those issues are mitigated by the facts the in-kind contributions were for the 2020 levy/bond election, the next levy/bond election is in 2024, and it does not appear the Committee conducted the Penny Auction for calendar years 2021 and 2022.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the North Thurston Citizens for Schools PAC concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports in the future. This warning includes the requirement for the Committee to properly enter the contribution and expenditure information into the ORCA program for all future activities, especially for the contributor names and addresses for the in-kind contributions received for the Penny Auction, should they decide to conduct one in the future, and to properly maintain the Committee books of accounts. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer, Jay Petterson, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although SSSC did fail to include the required occupation and employer information for a small number of individual donors giving more than $100 in the aggregate, the committee made reasonable attempts to obtain this information. All eight of the contributions were received more than five years ago rendering them outside of the statute of limitations for enforcement action.
During its investigation, staff noted that most of the debts still owed on the June 2019 C-4 report were now beyond the statute of limitation, but there were five that were not. Of those five, staff found that the descriptions were lacking in detail in some instances, specifically the November 1 and 30, 2018, entries for vendor Alliance for Gun Responsibility with the description “expense reimbursement” without identifying any information about the original expense. Although the description is deficient, due to the amount of time passed since this activity, the limitations of ORCA as previously described and the nominal impact on the public today, staff did not request SSSC to amend these entries as part of the resolution of this matter.
Staff found no evidence that the $246,429.29 in reported debt was required to be reallocated as in-kind contributions solely based on the amount of time the debt has been outstanding. In regard to the lack of the detailed disclosure of debt and in-kind contributions as recommended on the PDC website, staff recognizes that this is guidance meant to foster transparency and not strictly required by law. Regarding allegations one and three, staff found no evidence that the omissions of occupation and employer information and the lack of detailed description for vendors were done intentionally to mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately disclose descriptions for vendor debts in a few instances, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Safe Schools Safe Communities will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose detailed descriptions for vendor debts. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that SSSC timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the attachment(s) submitted with the complaint, the relevant statute and rules; PDC Interpretation 04-02 “Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns;” the October 13, 2023, response received from Steve Kirkelie, City Manager, on behalf of City of Puyallup Officials; and all other relevant information.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The City of Puyallup issued a bond measure to fund a new public safety building. The proposition, which added a $56 million bond for the construction of a police station and jail, appeared in the November 2023 ballot. It failed to pass.
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits public officials and agencies from using or authorizing the use of facilities, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of promoting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions/measures. This prohibition does not apply to activities that are part of the normal and regular conduct of the public/local agency, as defined in WAC 390-05-273.
The complaint alleged that the City of Puyallup Officials included inaccurate information that was not objective on the bond fact sheet. Specifically, you noted in your email follow up as part of subsequent correspondence regarding your complaint that “The mailer was sent out approximately a month ago. It is part of a blitz of support by council and the city manager. It is not objective. The most misleading statement is that the building is over 55 years old. Actually it was completely gutted down to the blocks and all systems replaced 30 years ago…. The damage is that the public has net [sic] been presented with options and alternatives.”
You also submitted a supplemental complaint on October 5, 2023, and attached a City of Puyallup newsletter – Blue and You.
In its response, the City of Puyallup, by way of City Manager Steve Kirkelie, stated: “The print piece you received from the complainant was created and distributed by the City to residents per RCW 42.17A.555 and is, in our opinion, a fair and objective presentation of the facts surrounding the new Public Safety Building project. This project is very complex, with many operational challenges that the public has a right to know. It is important that all the information be presented to voters in a digestive manner. City staff spent many hours reviewing this mailer’s text, visuals, and content to ensure compliance and to ensure that voters were educated about the project. And this was not the first-time residents have received information about the project. The Public Safety Building project has been brought to voters twice before, in February 2022 and November 2021. In both cases, an informational mailer was sent to voters about the project. This fulfills the normal and regular conduct clause outlined in your guidelines.”
Regarding the supplemental complaint, Mr. Kirkelie noted in his response on behalf of the City of Puyallup, that… “The second attachment the complainant included is a copy of our “Blue and You” Newsletter that the Puyallup Police Department distributes. This is the Puyallup Police Department’s regular newsletter, which goes out every quarter to a list of contacts that have signed up to receive notification from the Department. As such, this newsletter is a regular publication sent out as normal and customary conduct of the city.”
City Manager Kirkelie, in response to PDC staff questions, explained that the public safety building had some internal work done in the early 1990s, but the construction was not so extensive as to qualify as a demolishment and total rebuild.
Staff noted that the fact sheet was presented to voters in a manner that was fair and objective, providing both the reasons why the city pursued the project and the potential costs. Additionally, the quarterly “Blue and You” Newsletter is a normal and regular publication by the City. PDC Interpretation 04-02 “Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns states that “(a)gencies may include all or part of the information regarding agency needs and the anticipated impacts of a ballot measure in the agency's regular publications, such as agency and department newsletters.”
Accordingly, the PDC staff found that no further action was required in this matter and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for using public agency facilities to promote or oppose a ballot proposition (Proposition 1). Specifically, the complaints alleged that Shannon Cunningham (the “Respondent”) used school district resources to enlist the support of students to promote the benefits of Proposition 1 to their voting parents within two weeks of the election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s use of facilities to present information to students regarding the subject of an upcoming election and encourage them to discuss this information with their voting parents does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded Shannon Cunningham about the importance of not using public agency resources (facilities) to promote or oppose a ballot proposition. The Respondent was urged to exercise caution when using school district facilities to discuss a ballot proposition with students and/or encourage them to talk to their parents about voting in an upcoming election, especially during the time-sensitive period after a measure has been placed on the ballot, when such activities are subject to greater scrutiny. PDC staff expects that, in the future, the Respondent will not use public agency resources to promote or oppose a ballot proposition in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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MIKE HOPE
By JOHN CHAMBERS
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRISTINA SCHUBERT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/05/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-125 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""10125.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2214/10125.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10125.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHRISTINA SCHUBERT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/20/2019 10:16:41 AM 2290 5122 102804 01/12/2022 01/12/2022 04/01/2022 Robert Tykulsker Mercer Island School District Mercer Island School District: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to promote a two levies. (EY '22; Jan '22) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Agency - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on January 12, 2022. The complaint alleged that Mercer Island School District (the District), a public school district serving King and Pierce Counties, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using of public facilities to promote a ballot proposition in the February 8, 2022 special election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Superintendent Donna Colosky on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
No evidence was found that the District included language in the mailer that was advocating for or otherwise intended to influence the outcome of the February 8, 2022 ballot propositions.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JENNY LACOMBE
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Steven Lydolph filed on August 5, 2020. The complaint alleged that “Evergreen Progress 2020” (Respondent), a political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .255, .260, and .305 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports), Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), and Independent Expenditure or Electioneering Communication reports (C-6 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and a $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Director Vikki Smith on behalf of the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the specific conversations between DOR staff and Sen. Liz Lovelett which occurred during August and September 2021 were not lobbying required to be reported on the agency’s L-5 report. It also appears that the Quarter 3 2021 L-5 report disclosed several instances of reportable lobbying done by DOR staff during the reporting period.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The 2023 Jepperson Campaign appears to have remained under the mini reporting thresholds as required by statute. Ms. Jepperson is her own treasurer which likely contributed to their lack of knowledge about reporting and disclosure requirements. Staff found no evidence that the Campaign filed incomplete reports to purposely confuse or conceal information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff did remind Ms. Jepperson about the importance of following filing requirements per the filing option chosen when registering their campaign committee with the PDC. Staff expects, in the future, that Ms. Jepperson will timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures if the campaign registers under the “Full Reporting” option. If the campaign registers under the “Mini Reporting” option and chooses to file reports, there is still an obligation to file those reports accurately. As well, regardless of the reporting option registered under, it is the candidate’s responsibility to maintain books of account for all campaign activity.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation and evidence; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by you, your witness, and the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, Ms. Olow’s campaign did mistakenly take Ms. Goers support as an endorsement. But in this instance, we found no evidence of knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard by Ms. Olow. Nor did we find evidence that Ms. Goers suffered injury amounting to libel or defamation as a result.
However, PDC staff is reminding Shukri Olow about the importance of confirming an endorsement before making a claim of such support. PDC staff expects in the future that Ms. Olow will not directly or indirectly imply an endorsement by any person or organization if that endorsement has not been given in accordance with campaign practices, PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Foundation is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization established in 2008 for the charitable purpose “to make parks and aquatics activities accessible to ALL residents of the South Whidbey community by raising money to fund capital expenses, operating endowments and scholarships as well as supporting new and existing parks and aquatics programs.” The Foundation has also been responsible for activities such as the annual open water swim races, annual open water swim clinics, guided open water swim events, and fund raising for a learn-to-swim program and swim scholarship fund.
• The Foundation, in collaboration with the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District (the Parks District), has worked to “support the design, construction, programming, and operation of an aquatic center on South Whidbey.” The Foundation has helped raise funds for “feasibility studies and [has] participated on a committee with the Parks District to work directly with consultants, architects, and engineers on the proposed design” of the aquatics center.
• The Parks District, as the local governmental authority for parks and recreation in South Whidbey, submitted a bond measure as a ballot proposition in the 2023 election. The levy proposed to fund the construction of an aquatic center for which the Parks District would be the owner and operator.
• The Foundation endorsed the bond measure on their website and used general treasury funds to pay for yard signs, posters, newspaper ads, bumper stickers, and a mailer sent to the community.
• RCW 42.17A.205 requires every political committee to register with the PDC within two weeks of organizing or first having the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures, whichever is earlier. Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.005(41) a “political committee” is any person, group, club, organization, or collection of individuals (except a candidate or individual dealing with his or her own funds) expecting to receive contributions or make expenditures in support of or in opposition to any candidate or ballot proposition. PDC Interpretation 07-02 outlines that there are two independent qualifying activities, receiving contributions and making expenditures, which can trigger the registration requirement.
• PDC staff did not find any evidence that the Foundation solicited for or received contributions to support their efforts specific to the endorsement of the bond measure.
• In reviewing the case materials, staff reviewed PDC Interpretation No. 07-02, “Primary Purpose Test” guidelines, to determine if the Foundation’s expenditures triggered the requirement to register as a political action committee. Based on the evidence there is no indication the Foundation used over 30% of its general treasury budget, or resources, on spending in the election campaign. However, we also must consider if the activities related to the election campaign spending, regardless of dollar amount, constitute a primary purpose of the organization. In this case, we found the successful outcome of the bond measure is favorable to the mission and goals of the Foundation, but the organization’s election-campaign-related activities were a minor aspect of the organization’s overall activities. Therefore, registration as a political action committee was not required by the Foundation.
• Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, under the Full Reporting Option, a committee is required to disclose contribution and expenditure information by submitting Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports to the PDC. The due dates for the C-3 and C-4 reports are determined by the Committee’s activity and participation in the election cycle. Because the Foundation was not required to register as a committee, RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 are not applicable to this case.
• Per RCW 42.17A.255, “Independent Expenditure” means any expenditure made in support of or in opposition to any candidate or ballot proposition and not otherwise required to be reported pursuant to RCW 42.17A.225, .235 and .240 (and not subject to certain exceptions outlined further in the statute). These types of expenditures are undertaken without consultation or cooperation with a benefiting candidate or campaign. If an expenditure does not constitute a contribution as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(16)(a) and WAC 390-05-210, the entity making it is free to spend as much or as little as they like, but once expenses reach $1,000 or more, an Independent Spending & Electioneering Communications (C-6) report must be filed within five days. Subsequent expenses must be filed on the 10th of the month preceding the election, 21 days prior to the election, seven days prior to the election, and then on the 10th of the month after the election.
• Following the complaint, a C-6 report was filed on December 01, 2023, after the election and past the filing deadlines. In this case, the Foundation should have reported expenditures for expenses related to the election campaign earlier, according to the schedule outlined above. The late reporting did deprive the public of critical information prior to the election.
• RCW 42.17A.320 states, “all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor’s name and address.” The statute exempts yard signs and other forms of political advertising where sponsor identification is impractical. In the case of independent expenditures, the statute further outlines additional information required if the political advertising is undertaken by an entity other than a bona fide political party or transmitted via television or another medium that includes a visual image. In this case, the political advertising is not subject to the “Top Five Contributor” or “Top Three Donors to PAC Contributors” disclosure. Even though the website and mailer did identify the Foundation by name and included their address, it was not clear if the advertising was paid for by the Foundation. Under Washington law, complete sponsor identification includes, “Paid for by” and the sponsor’s name and address, all in the same location, to clearly identify who paid for the advertising.
• The Foundation does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .240 are unfounded. Through the case review, staff has further determined that the failure to promptly file C-6 reports covering 2023 campaign activity and providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, South Whidbey Parks and Aquatics Foundation will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to promptly disclose independent expenditures and provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that South Whidbey Parks and Aquatics Foundation follow all applicable requirements related to future political activity engaged in by the Foundation. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Final Order from the Reconsideration Hearing held on February 23, 2023.
The Penalty was amended to $500 with $400 suspended if the $100 is paid within 30 days of the date of the order which is today. This makes payment of the $100 due on or before April 1, 2023.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Marcus Humberg is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that after they submitted the C-1 report in March 2023, they decided not to continue their campaign for Seattle City Council and did not file to have their name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Marcus Humberg will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should they become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the 2022 Schreiner Campaign remained under the mini reporting thresholds as intended and submitted the August 28, 2022 C-3 report in error. Mr. Schreiner was a first-time candidate, serving as his own treasurer, which likely contributed to his lack of knowledge about reporting, disclosure requirements and campaign records retention. Staff found no evidence that the Campaign submitted the incomplete C-3 report to purposely confuse or conceal donation information from the general public and no evidence that he failed to keep books of account to avoid transparency.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a C-3 report disclosing contributor information and failure to maintain records regarding the receipt of those donations, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Wild Bill Schreiner will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose details of all contributions, specifically including contributor information, and failure to maintain books of account. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Schreiner timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions with the contributor information if registered under the “Full Reporting” option and maintains books of account regarding campaign contributions and expenditures under any registered reporting option. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jon Butler will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file the C-1 report. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Jon Butler timely files all future required reports of registration. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Washingtonians Win – sponsored by Maverick Gaming is a continuing political committee that registered and reported in CY 2019 and 2020. On March 1, 2020, Washingtonians Win in the 19th– sponsored by Maverick Gaming (WW19) filed a Registration disclosing that it was a Continuing Political Committee sponsored by Maverick Gaming and selecting the Full Reporting Option.
In 2020, WW19 has received $190,000 in monetary contributions, plus an additional $1,500 for in-kind contributions received from Washingtonians Win – sponsored by Maverick Gaming. In addition, WW19 disclosed receiving a total of $5,000 for in-kind contributions from Maverick Gaming for the costs associated with operating the political committee.
WW 19 timely filed the monthly C-4 reports covering the period March 1 through May 31, 2020, as well as the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 reports disclosing $155,449 in itemized expenditures that included 24 expenditures to Levy Online totaling $107,219 for billboard production and independent advertising, creative design and management fees, and a $37,100 expenditure made to EMC Research for survey work.
On June 22, 2020, WW19 filed an Independent Expenditure Report (C-6 report) checking box 2 as an Independent Expenditure of more than $1,000 and disclosing $23,528 for independent expenditures made in opposition to Representative Jim Walsh in the 19th Legislative District. The independent expenditures included six expenditures that were all made on March 10, 2020 to Levy Online for Billboard Media for $8,568, $8,175, and $2,385, and Billboard Production and Installation for $1,450 listed three times. The C-6 report disclosed that the billboards were presented to the public on May 25, June 1, and June 22, 2020.
The Committee stated the first billboards for WW19 went up on April 27, 2020, but did not support or oppose any candidate or even contain a message about any candidates, instead the billboards content only included information about coronavirus safety reminders. The first billboards to present a message regarding Rep. Walsh did not go up until June 1, 2020.
The Committee acknowledged the sponsor identification on the billboards failed to include the phrase “No candidate paid for this ad,” in addition to the top 5 and top 3 contributor information, and that the billboards have been corrected. The Committee stated Maverick Gaming was the only contributor required to have been listed in the disclaimer, and added WW19 “was not hiding the identity of its contributors, and there could be no confusion on the part of the public about who paid for the ad.” The Committee also acknowledged that billboards initially failed to identify Representative Walsh’s party preference, but the billboards have been corrected to properly identify Representative Walsh’s party preference as “Republican.”
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal written warning to Washingtonians Win in the 19th, and Maverick Gaming, concerning the requirement to provide the party preference for any partisan candidates, along with the Notice to Voter and Top contributor language, on all independent expenditures, and electioneering communications undertaken for the remainder of the 2020 election. Washingtonians Win in the 19th, and Maverick Gaming will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the 2023 Campaign, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jamie Smith will receive a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the 2023 Campaign. Staff expects Ms. Smith, moving forward, to file accurate and timely reports of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rep. Gregerson; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The two complaints included six separate allegations in total with some overlapping evidence provided between them. During staff’s review, evidence was found to substantiate two of the allegations in whole and one in part. Rep. Gregerson’s response confirmed that she believed she had improperly used surplus funds in one instance in March 2017 as described in Allegation 2 and she suggested an appropriate remedy. The three expenditure descriptions included in Allegation 4 required edits after the complaint was received, and the receipt of the $10,000 transfer to the Gregerson Surplus Funds Account was disclosed late as described in Allegation 5.
Rep. Gregerson has been a candidate and elected or appointed official since 2007. She promptly responded to the complaints, submitted amendments and provided details regarding missing or otherwise deficient information. It appears that the errors made related to her Surplus Funds Account and the insufficient descriptions provided in her 2016 campaign, were not done to mislead the public or prevent transparency. Rep. Gregerson has not been found in violation of RCW 42.17A within the past five years.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include accurate descriptions for three expenditures in a 2016 campaign, failure to timely file receipt of a transfer into the Gregerson Surplus Funds Account, and a misuse of surplus funds that required reimbursement to correct, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Rep. Gregerson about the importance of including detailed descriptions for all expenditures disclosed on C-4 reports, the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities related to the Surplus Funds Account, and to review all expenditures of surplus funds to ensure they are permissible in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a candidate for election who timely registered with the PDC as a candidate on May 27, 2019. On July 20, 2019, the Respondent reported a $500 contribution from Peter Barr-Gillespie that contained a typographical error in the contributor’s address (state).
The Respondent indicated that the error was the result of the PDC online filing system defaulting to the last state field used. The unintentional error in the contributor’s address was corrected on an amended C-3 report filed September 17, 2019.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to accurately report a contributor’s address does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The Respondent made a minor or ministerial error on a required report that did not materially impact the public interest, which he amended after being notified. This case was thereby resolved as a technical correction. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based PDC staff findings, and the fact the advertising was sponsored by the Committee and candidate pictured in the advertising, with no intent to conceal sponsorship, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include sponsor identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Crystal Dingler and the Committee about the importance of identifying the sponsor's name and address on political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Jeff Holy, an incumbent State Representative from the 6th Legislative District and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his 2016 campaign.
Specifically, the complaint alleged that Jeff Holy failed to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports for his 2016 election. PDC staff reviewed your allegations and the two C-4 reports and three C-3 reports listed in the complaint concerning his alleged failure to timely file those reports.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file the C-4 reports of contributions and expenditures referenced above, does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. he PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), PDC staff will send Representative Holy a reminder letter concerning the requirement that he timely file C-3 and C-4 reports for his future Campaigns disclosing all campaign contribution and expenditure activities undertaken.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Amanda Cuthbert (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report an in-kind loan for a website expenditure on a C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Amanda Cuthbert received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose an in-kind loan/expenditure on a C-4 report. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Amanda Cuthbert timely report this information in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the mailer included as evidence in this complaint was done as an Independent Expenditure, sponsored by Glenn Dobbs (Wenatchee Values Alliance) and resolved under case #144377. Staff found no evidence to showing that the 2023 Cleek Campaign paid for or sponsored the advertisement.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 12, 2021, Erica Norton filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC declaring her candidacy in 2021 for Federal Way City Council, Position #2, selecting the Mini Reporting option, and listing Michael Norton as Treasurer. Since there were only two candidates that filed for Federal Way City Council, Position #2, Ms. Norton did not appear on the August 3, 2021 primary election ballot.
Under the Mini Reportion option, candidates and their authorized committees are prohibited from raising and spending more than $5,000 in the aggregate and may not receive more than $500 in contributions in the aggregate contributions from any one source “other than the candidate.”
Ms. Norton stated the Campaign has not exceeded the $5,000 Mini Reporting limits, either in total contributions received or total expenditures made. She provided copies of the Campaign books of account that included invoices and receipts and an expenditures spreadsheet verifying her Campaign had not exceeded the Mini Reporting limits. The spreadsheet included expenditures made by the Campaign between May 12, 2021, ($159 for the candidate filing fee) through October 17, 2021 ($7.62 to boost a Facebook Ad).
Ms. Norton stated that: (1) she designed her Campaign flyers on her laptop computer and she used the brochure templates provided by the vendor Vistaprint to create the flyers; (2) she purchased the yard signs for her Campaign from 55Printing.com, a printer out of Los Angeles, California, since they had offered the best prices; and (3) she designed her own yard signs.
The Campaign expenditures spreadsheet totaled $4,914.15 and listed 14 expenditures that included: (1) three expenditures made to Vistaprint totaling $485.25 to print “Campaign literature”; (2) a $1,460 expenditure made to One Spark Marketing on September 29, 2021 for a mailer; and (3) three expenditures made to 55Printing.com by the Campaign totaling $1,868.21 to print yard signs. Ms. Norton stated for her Campaign website she used WordPress to design her website which provided her with a variety of ""themes to choose from and the purchaser simply fills in the fields.” The spreadsheet listed a $43.50 expenditure was made by the Campaign on June 6, 2021, to NameCheap for the “Campaign domain and WordPress site.” PDC staff reviewed information online about WordPress and found a basic 50 GB single website with standard features and a free domain name for year started at a special rate of $2.95 a month.
Concerning contributions received by her Campaign, Ms. Norton stated that she received less than $5,000 in total contributions and acknowledged receiving three $500 contributions. She stated that she also received one $250 contribution, one $100 contribution with the rest of the contributions received being between $20-$50 each. She added “I am not even close to my contribution limit.”
Ms. Norton stated “as a small business owner, I fully understand and live with the concept of
budgeting properly on a daily basis” and that she was aware of the Mini Reporting option limits and did not exceed them. She stated that “I don't have a campaign manager, I don't have a marketing consultant, I don't have an image consultant, I don't have a web designer, I don't have a treasurer, I don't have anyone to put up signs for me. These are all things I can do myself…” She stated that “sticking to a budget and being innovative with my marketing is what I've been doing over 11 years.”
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation and that no additional action or investigation is warranted. PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on July 21, 2019. The complaint alleged that Debbie Bertlin (Respondent), the 2019 incumbent candidate for Mayor of the City of Mercer Island, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of phones, computers, servers, and other public facilities owned and operated by the City of Mercer Island to support the candidate's own election campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, because the candidate was the sponsor and there was no apparent attempt to conceal sponsorship information, and because, in this instance, even though the business cards were designed by the City, they were paid for by the candidate, the use of the business cards does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Linda Lehman will receive a formal written warning concerning the lack of sponsor identification and the use of city facilities to assist an election campaign. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation for Linda Lehman to review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns and to comply with the underlying statute, RCW 42.17A.555.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged failure to disclose the Top Three donors to a PAC’s contributors when the sponsor identification for political advertising includes the Top Five contributors and one or more of those contributors are PACs, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Citizens for Liberty and Labor about the importance of listing the Top Three donors to PAC contributors in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s request to change reporting options; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, exceeding the limitations of the Mini Reporting option without prior written authorization from the PDC does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Jorge Chacón completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of WAC 390-16-125 for exceeding the limitations of the Mini Reporting option without prior written authorization from the PDC. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations in this complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Jason Ritchie on July 28, 2019. The complaint alleged that Layna Crofts (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Issaquah School Director, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), certifying financial affairs for twelve calendar months prior to becoming a candidate, within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a candidate and disclose personal financial affairs do not amount to violations that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Layna Crofts will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely register as a candidate and to disclose personal financial affairs for twelve calendar months prior to becoming a candidate, within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Layna Crofts timely files all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by OWEC treasurer Andy Lo and OWEC Co-chair Jesse Wineberry; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
After a careful review of the alleged violations and relevant facts, PDC staff has concluded it investigation.
During the investigation, staff found the treasurers of OWEC, Mr. Lo and Ms. Cole, to be knowledgeable and responsive. As ministerial treasurers only, both had limited authority and had to rely on other committee officers for specific campaign activity details which may have resulted in reporting delays. Staff found that the content of I-1000 and the subsequent introduction of R-88 was difficult for some members of the general public to understand. Staff also found the formation of several other committees in support of R-88 during the 2019 election cycle may have contributed to further confusion.
R-88 was presented to voters on the November 5, 2019 general election ballot but failed to receive enough votes to restore affirmative action. Apart from the complaints filed by Mr. Morgan, PDC staff received no additional complaints against OWEC.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, OWEC’s failure to timely disclose pro bono legal services as in-kind contributions does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, OWEC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose legal services received as in-kind contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that OWEC timely files all required PDC reports of contributions and expenditures if the committee is involved in future campaigns. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Since OWEC disclosed the legal services provided by Foster Pepper LLC as in-kind contributions, staff found no evidence to support a violation of RCW 42.17A.255. In addition, staff found no evidence of OWEC’s failure to disclose an in-kind contribution from SEIU Initiative Fund as alleged in the supplemental complaint. Both of these allegations are dismissed in accordance with WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote a candidate for election does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminds City of DuPont officials that election-related information be in accordance with the statutes, rules, and PDC Guidelines for Local Governments in Election Campaigns Interpretation 04-02.
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/109326 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 109326 Ronald Federick response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5289/PDC%20Case%20109326%20Ronald%20Federick%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 109326 Ronald Frederick_City of Dupont closed with reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5289/PDC%20Case%20109326%20Ronald%20Frederick_City%20of%20Dupont%20closed%20with%20reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""109326 Frederick Ronald Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5289/109326%20Frederick%20Ronald%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/13/2022 10:35:45 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2333 1660 8321 09/06/2016 09/14/2016 06/19/2017 James A Tupper Jr Larry Wasserman, Dennis McLerran, Strategies 360 Wasserman, Larry; McLeran, Dennis; Strategies 360 - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to register and report grassroots lobbying RCW 29B.50.100/42.17A.640 Resolved by Attorney General - No Violation Political Committee - Other "PDC staff completed an Investigative Review of the complaint and made a Report to the Commission at the February 23, 2017 Commission meeting. The Investigative Review Memorandum (minus exhibits) has been posted as part of to the Case documents included on the PDC website.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint Dori Luzzo Gilmour filed on June 12, 2019. The complaint alleged that Brad Anderson may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely register as a candidate with the PDC for election year 2019 within two weeks of candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Brad Anderson (the “Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the candidate registration (C-1 report) did not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Brad Anderson about the importance of timely registering as a candidate and the timely filing of all future PDC reports, including the C-1 report.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/53227 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""53227 Anderson Brad Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3062/53227%20Anderson%20Brad%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53227 Anderson Brad Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3062/53227%20Anderson%20Brad%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53227 Anderson Brad Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3062/53227%20Anderson%20Brad%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/30/2020 02:59:11 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2336 5060 100491 11/02/2021 11/02/2021 01/31/2022 Sylvia Schultz Students First Students First: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.260, .240 for failing to file an Independent Expenditures report (C-6 report) disclosing details of political mailer & for failing to disclose the expenditure description details (EY'21; Nov'21) RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - OtherThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed on August 9, 2019. The complaints alleged that EvergreenHealth Foundation (“Respondent”), a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization registered with the Washington State Secretary of State’s Office, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.207 for failure to submit a C-1IC as an Incidental Committee; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file Incidental Committee Payments and Political Expenditures reports (C-8 reports); (3) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose top five contributors in electioneering communication; and (4) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures for political advertising; or RCW 42.17A.255 for failure to report independent expenditures in support of ballot propositions on Independent Expenditure and Electioneering Communication reports (C-6 reports).
PDC staff reviewed allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mark Lamb on behalf of his client EvergreenHealth Foundation; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that EvergreenHealth Foundation was unaware of their registration and filing obligations as an incidental committee. The Respondent has not previously been the subject of enforcement action and postmarked the C-1IC and C-8 reports two days prior to the date when the complaint was received.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and file reports as an incidental committee disclosing activity for calendar year 2019 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded EvergreenHealth Foundation about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities as an incidental committee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, authorizing the use of public agency facilities to assist a campaign for election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Shanna Styron Sherrell will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Shanna Styron Sherrell follow PDC regulations for use of public facilities for election activities as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance for failure to accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing details of expenditures undertaken by the Campaign and failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lance Gurel about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of all expenditure activities, as well as the full disclosure of sponsor identification on political advertising, and the importance of future timely, complete and accurate filings of all PDC reports and sponsor identification disclosures in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the responses provided by the Respondent, and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Justin Johnson completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for: (1) failing to timely file the required Campaign Registration report (C-1 report); and (2) failing to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement report (F-1 report) during the 2019 election. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Registration filed by the Committee listed its Officers as Steve Kasner, Chair of the 41st District Democrats; K.C. Shankland, Chair of the 5th District Democrats; James Terwilliger, Chair of the 48th District Democrats; David Williams, Chair of the 45th District Democrats.
The Committee acknowledged receiving a $500 contribution from the King County Democratic Central Committee on June 23, 2020. However, they noted the Committee “erroneously reported the contribution as coming from Ms. Shasti Conrad. Ms. Conrad is the chair of the King County Democratic Central Committee.” The Committee stated on June 23, 2020, Ms. Conrad made an online contribution as Chair of the King County Democratic Central Committee using the party’s debit card, but that “when the ActBlue confirmation came through to our treasurer only Ms. Conrad’s name was shown on the confirmation.” The Committee included a June 23, 2020, email from ActBlue and stating on the Subject line “(ActBlue) Shasti Conrad $500 to Eastside Democrats.
On July 22, 2020, the Committee filed an amended C-3 report disclosing “the King County Democratic Central Committee as the donor and removing Shasti Conrad’s personal name” as the contributor. The contribution had been deposited on June 24, 2020, and the original C-3 report was timely filed by the Committee on June 28, 2020.
Concerning the contribution received from the Tana Senn Surplus Funds account, the Committee acknowledged receiving the contribution from the Tana Senn Surplus Account, but that the Committee “relied on the Senn team with regards to the appropriate account from which the donation could be made. Upon learning of this error, we immediately refunded the donation of $1,000 to the Tana Senn Surplus Account.” The Committees refund check was received by the Tana Senn Surplus Funds account and deposited into the surplus fund bank account on July 23, 2020, per the Committee bank records.
Staff found that the $500 contribution received by the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee from the King County Democratic Central Committee was timely received and deposited. However, due to processing issue on the part of the vendor the contributor information provided to the Committee inadvertently attributed the contribution to Ms. Conrad, the Chair of the King County Democratic Central Committee. Once notified of the discrepancy, the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee promptly filed an amended report disclosing the King County Democratic Central Committee as the contributor. In addition, while the surplus fund expenditure was improperly made by Tana Senn using surplus funds to a political committee, the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee did not violate RCW 42.17.430 by receiving and depositing the $1,000 contribution from the Tana Senn Surplus Funds Account.
The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/73884 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee Complaint Return Letter (Morgan) PDC Case 73884.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3609/Eastside%20Democratic%20Dinner%20Committee%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28Morgan%29%20PDC%20Case%2073884.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73884 Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3609/73884%20Eastside%20Democratic%20Dinner%20Committee%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73884 Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee PAC (2) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3609/73884%20Eastside%20Democratic%20Dinner%20Committee%20PAC%20%282%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/11/2020 12:24:24 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2347 4992 99551 09/30/2021 09/30/2021 12/08/2021 Rodney W Bruland Gregory Macy Macy, Greg: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of Whatcom County Fire District No. 1 to assist the Fire Commissioner campaign of Matthew Thompson (EY '21; September '21) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Robert Parker filed on April 4, 2018. The complaint alleged that Michael Christophersen (Respondent), a candidate, in the 2019 Seattle School District 001 election for School Director, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210 and .215 for failure to timely, completely and accurately file both the Campaign Registration report (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement report (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC report filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, accurately and completely file the C-1 and F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Michael Christophersen will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-1 and F-1 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Michael Christophersen timely files all future required reports such as the registration and personal financial affairs statement. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Parents and Grandparents of South Whidbey Schools was a first-time political action committee. Per the Respondent “we are an informal group of parents, all volunteers, working to pass a school bond in our South Whidbey School District.” The Committee indicated that they tried to report their mailer on October 16, 2023, before the first complaint, and also talked with PDC staff on October 17, 2023, when they realized the report did not go through. There were a number of technical issues the Committee had to work through in order to successfully file their registration and subsequent C-6 report which added to the time delay for the reporting. Once the Committee, and its officer, started working with PDC staff they were very responsive and worked diligently to correct the reporting errors.
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a political action committee, provide full sponsor identification on political advertising, and timely report independent expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Parents and Grandparents of South Whidbey Schools (the Committee) and the registered officer, will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely register as a political committee, to include full sponsor identification on political advertising, and for failure to timely report independent expenditures. Staff expects the Committee and its officers to comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance in the future pertaining to political committees sponsoring or opposing ballot measures. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, the evidence does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for allowing public speech at a public city event in support of candidacy.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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On July 11, 2020, the Mason County Auditor’s Office Facebook post stated: “You can update your voter registration online at VoteWA.gov if you have a valid Washington Driver’s License or WAID card. If not, go to out website masoncountyelections.us to download a registration form or contact us. #BeVoteReady.”
Below the post from the Mason County Auditor was a July 3, 2020 repost from the League of Women Voter's (LWV) of Washington Facebook page, featuring a picture of a woman in an orange Hazmat suit holding a clipboard stating “Are you registered to vote at your current address?” followed by the statement “Nothing stops the LWV from registering citizens to vote.” The repost included a hyperlink to the LWV Facebook homepage.
Paddy McGuire, Mason County Auditor stated in his response to the complaint: “The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization dedicated to expanding participation in the electoral process. What was linked to from our official Facebook page was not election advocacy. None of the issues that the complainant was able to find by searching the website of the League of Women Voters is a matter of a Washington State ballot measure.”
The Facebook information posted on the LWV site and reviewed by PDC staff provided information about registering to vote, the importance of registering and voting, the suffrage movement that provided women the opportunity to vote, and recognizing individuals that have worked on behalf of voting rights and included Congressman John Lewis, Fannie Lou Hammer, and Alice Dunbar Nelson. Staff’s review, found no information was posted on the LWV Facebook site that supported or opposed any 2020 candidates dating back to July 11, 2020.
The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC staff findings, the fact Michael Behary is a first-time candidate, was eligible for mini reporting and took prompt action to comply following the complaint, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Behary will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Behary will timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that Ms. Kruller Campaign failed to include proper description for one expenditure as required by the statute. Staff also determined that Ms. Kruller failed to timely report an in-kind contribution. However, the Campaign amended its report timely and properly disclosed the in-kind contribution and included additional description as required by the statute.
Based on these findings, staff reminded Ms. Kruller about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditures activities undertaken by her Campaign, including properly describing the expenditures, as required by statute and rule.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Cheyanna Strickland on behalf of the Respondent, and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent. Staff also queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database.
It appears that the late reporting of WCDCC Exempt activity was due to a general misunderstanding of the reporting requirements and a lack of knowledge about the use of ORCA. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent made these errors intentionally to mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file the Exempt activity in a separate account does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee - Exempt will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclose contribution and expenditure activity in the Exempt funds account. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that WCDCC accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, sponsoring political advertising that falsely implies candidate endorsement does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Steve Peterson about the importance of clearly stating the reason for political advertising in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements: the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the candidate registration (C-1 report) does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Dorel Singeorzan about the importance of timely registering as a candidate and the timely filing of all future PDC reports, including the C-1 report.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your 2019 L-2 report on February 18, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a Lobbyist registered to lobby in 2019, the monthly reports were due by the 15th day of each following month, making the report 279 days late.
Alice Dietz completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month, disclosing lobbying activity in the previous calendar month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On Oct. 2, 2023, Justice Not Jails filed a C-3 report disclosing a Sept. 26, 2023, deposit that included a contribution of $240,720 from Empire Health Community Advocacy Fund.
RCW 42.17A.005(28) defines “incidental committee” as “any nonprofit organization not otherwise defined as a political committee but that may incidentally make a contribution or an expenditure in excess of the reporting thresholds in RCW 42.17A.235, directly or through a political committee.”
RCW 42.17A.207 describes the reporting requirements of incidental committees and states, in part, that “An incidental committee must file a statement of organization with the commission within two weeks after the date the committee first: “Has the expectation of making any expenditures aggregating at least twenty-five thousand dollars in a calendar year in any election campaign, or to a political committee; and (emphasis added) “Is required to disclose a payment received under RCW 42.17A.240(2)(d).”
Reporting thresholds in RCA 42.17A are periodically adjusted for inflation by the Commission. The thresholds applicable to incidental committee reporting as of the time of the EHCAF contribution were: $35,000 in campaign expenditures and $15,000 for a payment. Both thresholds must be met for incidental committee reporting to be required.
Mr. Daley stated that Empire Health Foundation (EHF) is a nonprofit corporation that is organized under the statutes of the State of Washington and is a tax-exempt Private Foundation pursuant to IRS Code Section 501(c)(3). He stated that EHF “operates for charitable, scientific, and educational purposes, as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation.” He stated that Empire Health Community Advocacy Fund (EHCAF) “is nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Washington, as a tax-exempt Social Welfare Organization pursuant to IRS Code Section 501(c)(4).” He stated that EHCAF’s primary purpose is to address “health-related social welfare needs of the people in Eastern Washington, as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation.”
Mr. Daley stated that EHCAF was not subject to incidental committee reporting because it received no qualifying payments during 2023. He added that “on December 20, 2022, EHCAF and Inatai (formerly known as the Group Health Foundation) entered into a written grant agreement. Pursuant to that grant agreement’s explicit terms, EHCAF received a grant of $200,000 “with donor restrictions.”
As noted above, Mr. Daley stated the grant was made on December 20, 2022, that EHCAF booked the grant funds as having been received in 2022, and EHCAF has confirmed that Inatai (the grantor) “booked the funds as having been awarded in 2022.” However, he stated, “due to logistical issues, EHCAF did not actually receive the funds until January 12, 2023.”
According to Mr. Daley, the Inatai grant was restricted to such an extent that it could not be used for election campaign purposes. The grant was explicitly provided for EHCAF’s “Special Capital Leverage Fund,” and that the fund was established to support Take Up the Cause, a Washington State nonprofit corporation. Daley stated Take Up the Cause was established to provide low-income housing by purchasing and developing an apartment complex known as the “Beloved Sunset Apartments.”
Mr. Daley stated the written grant agreement confirmed that the grant was “solely and exclusively” for the purpose of assisting Take Up the Cause in purchasing the Beloved Sunset Apartments. He stated that EHCAF was “explicitly prohibited by contract” from using the Group Health Foundation grant “for election purposes.”
Mr. Daley also noted that EHCAF was established with an initial endowment of $20 million, that EHCAF has a current asset balance of approximately $19.3 million, and EHCAF’s 2023 operating budget was $2,016,911. Therefore, the Group Health Foundation’s grant of $200,000, represented “less than twenty-five percent” of EHCAF’s total budget.
Under RCW 42.17A.240(20(e), “Payments from private foundations organized under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code to an incidental committee do not have to be reported if:
(i) The private foundation is contracting with the incidental committee for a specific purpose other than election campaign purposes;
(ii) Use of the funds for election campaign purposes is explicitly prohibited by contract; and
(iii) Funding from the private foundation represents less than twenty-five percent of the incidental committee's total budget;”
Finally, Mr. Daley stated that no payments, inter-fund transfers, grants, or other transfers were made from Take Up the Cause to EHCAF in 2023, and he added that the “Special Capital Leverage Fund is not an entity separate from EHCAF; instead, it was a fund established by EHCAF for the sole purpose of directing the restricted grant funds from the Group Health Foundation to Take Up the Cause, so that Take Up the Cause could pursue acquisition of the Beloved Sunset Apartments.”
Mr. Daley added that “once the funds were delivered to Take Up the Cause, the Special Capital Leverage Fund was closed. However, to directly answer the question: no payments, inter-fund transfers, grants, or other transfers were made from the Special Capital Leverage Fund to EHCAF and/or to other funds within EHCAF in 2023.”
Based on these findings staff has determined that EHCAF did not have payments during 2023 that would have prompted incidental committee registration and reporting once the contribution was made to Justice Not Jails.
In this instance, the facts do not warrant any further review or investigation into these allegations or any enforcement action, and the PDC has dismissed the allegations against the Empire Health Community Advocacy Fund in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC received a complaint alleging that Gerry “Tiger” Budbill (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate for election year 2019 & timely file a statement of personal financial affairs within two weeks of declaring candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent was a first-time candidate who declared as a candidate with Elections officials the week ending May 17, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 31, 2019.
The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on September 11, 2019, which is 103 days late. On his C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The Respondent filed an F-1 report with the PDC on September 23, 2019, which is 115 days late.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely file these reports in future years. The Commission may consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Luke Smith about the importance of the timely filing of required registration and financial statements and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ROCKY DE VON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/08/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on November 6, 2022. The complaint alleged that Joshua Hinman, a 2022 candidate for Kitsap County Commissioner, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification and party preference on political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the omission of party preference on political advertisement for the 2022 Hinman Campaign was due to the limited experience of the Respondent and his campaign volunteers and that the majority of the campaign materials did include the required party preference. Staff found no evidence that Mr. Hinman purposely omitted his party preference in an effort to conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include party preference on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Joshua Hinman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include his party preference on political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Hinman will review all future political advertisement to ensure that it includes the required party preference prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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KORY EDWARDS
RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/08/2011
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $500 penalty with $250 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, and rules; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
By all accounts given in the Summary of Investigative Findings and review of commission meetings from May 2019 to December 2019, it is apparent that there were numerous changes within the Port of Benton, including staffing changes, policy and procedure updates, and training at all levels of personnel. Although these changes appear to have created a difficult and stressful work environment, most of the evidence of possible violations fell outside of PDC laws or rules.
Based on our findings staff has determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to properly disclose sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Jon Mutchler about the importance of complete and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification on political advertising. PDC staff expects Jon Mutchler to provide the required disclosures on all political advertising in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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During his 2021 campaign for School Director, Mr. Bird was a first-time candidate, his campaign was small, and it was volunteer based. His wife, Ann Bird, was the Treasurer of that campaign, but following your complaint, Mr. Bird hired Ayers Consulting LLC to review the reporting and make the necessary corrections. In this case, the amended and missing reporting was not intentional and did not deprive the public of critical information.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports for election year 2021 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Semi Bird will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file post-election Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports for election year 2021. Staff expects that Mr. Bird, moving forward, will follow all laws, rules, and PDC guidance pertaining to the timely and accurate submission of reports. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Campaign Fair Practices Code requires the PDC to forward the complaint to the party alleged to have violated the FCPC, request a response within five days, and then send the complaint and the response, if one is received, to news media. WAC 390-32-030 prevents the Commission and staff from commenting on the complaint or the response.
Attached with this memorandum are copies of the Complaint filed by Alana Bullis, and the Response provided by Mike Courts. Any questions should be directed to Alana Bullis or Mike Courts.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Julieta Altamirano-Crosby about the importance of timely and accurately disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filing of all future PDC reports.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dmitri Iglitzin, on behalf of his client UA Local 32 Pipe PAC; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
During its review, staff found that of the reported $24,750 dollars in total campaign contributions made by UA Local 32 Pipe PAC during the 2018 election, more than sixty-seven percent went to candidates during the primary election. A total of $8,000 dollars in additional contributions was made on September 17, 2018 and October 17, 2018, to candidates participating in the November 6, 2018 general election. It appears that UA Local 32 Pipe PAC did not use any of the funds received from United Association Local 32 Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics Union on October 18, 2018 to make contributions to 2018 candidate campaigns.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, accepting a contribution exceeding $5,000 from a single source within twenty-one days of the November 6, 2018 general election, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded UA Local 32 Pipe PAC about the importance of the restriction on accepting contributions exceeding $5,000 from a single source within twenty-one days of a general election and all other applicable statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On June 24, 2020, the PDC received a completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) from ATULC and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file two Monthly Lobbyist Employers Contributions reports (L-3c reports) disclosing the late filed contributions made in 2016. The $300 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the issue of the two late filed L-3c reports for 2016.
Based on the information, the PDC dismissed the staff generated complaint against the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington State in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirements and found that the Committee failed to timely file the 21-Day Pre-General Election and the 7-Day Pre-General C4 reports. However, the Committee did file both reports on November 10, 2019.
Based on the above review, staff issued a warning letter to the Committee with the expectation that the Committee will fully adhere to the statutory requirements regarding filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Thomas Schaaf does not have a current lobbyist contract and is not planning to be a registered lobbyist in 2020.Subsequently, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) administratively closed this case and no hearing will be held.
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On December 23, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from the Committee acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to timely file an Independent Expenditure (C-6) report disclosing Committee expenditures made during the 2021 Election for electioneering communications and RCW 42.17A.320 and RCW 42.17A.350 by failing to include the required ""Notice to Voter"" language for independent expenditure radio advertisements and failing to disclose the Top 5 contributors in its radio ads. The Committee paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), We Want Accountability PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning a violation RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports. Staff expects the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately disclose expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against We Want Accountability PAC, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Mr. Gattenby, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the language originally found on Mr. Gattenby’s Facebook page was left over from his candidacy for South Kitsap School District 402 School Director in the 2019 election and was not intended to be used as a new declaration of candidacy for a future election. Mr. Gattenby does not have any prior violations with the PDC, he responded promptly to the complaint and made appropriate changes to his Facebook page immediately.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Mr. Gattenby is not a current candidate for election to public office and was not required to submit a C-1 report within two weeks of making a public announcement and that no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
While the alleged non-compliance appears to constitute violations of PDC laws and rules made by Nancy Manos, the violations are remedial in nature, and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures totaled no more than $1000, occurred more than 30 days before the election, were inadvertent and minor in nature, did not materially affect the public interest.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Naz Lashgari (the “Respondent”) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to identify the sponsor on political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Naz Lashgari about the importance of timely & accurately identifying and disclosing the sponsor on all political advertising, including campaign websites.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by attorney and member of BPW PAC Nancy L. Sorensen on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although BPW PAC failed to submit a new committee registration each year to select the “Mini Reporting” option, and was, therefore, required to file under the “Full Reporting” option, the committee did not accept more than $500 in the aggregate from one source nor exceeded the contribution and expenditure limit of no more than $5,000. The treasurer worked with PDC Filer Assistance staff to complete reports disclosing campaign activity as required under the “Full Reporting” option, including activity from 2018, most of which is beyond the statute of limitations for enforcement action.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file campaign reports dating back from calendar year 2018 forward due, in large part, to a failure to re-register under the “Mini Reporting” option regardless of being eligible for mini reporting, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file reports disclosing campaign activity, specifically including a correct carry forward balance, and a failure properly to identify the source of contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Washington State BPW (Business & Professional Women) PAC either timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures or registers under and adheres to “Mini Reporting” restrictions at the start of each calendar year. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures and use of her city-issued phone to communicate regarding doorbelling does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Largo Wales will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Largo Wales timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations and include PDC staff’s expectation Wales review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Ana Ruiz Peralta responded to the PDC on August 19, 2020 stating “Our campaign is aware of the need to include our political affiliation on our campaign banners and signs. We have purchased stickers with the (D) clearly printed on them and we are currently in the process of putting those stickers on all of our signs so that they are all in compliance.”
Based on these findings, and the fact Peralta is a first-time candidate and updated the signs when notified of the requirement, staff has determined in this instance the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ana Ruiz Peralta about the importance of identifying the party preference on all political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, completely and accurately disclose Expenditures on their C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Donna Lands about the importance of the timely, complete and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities and the timely, complete and accurate filing of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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On May 28, 2018, Tyson Fellman filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) registering as a candidate seeking election to the office of Benton County PUD #1 Commissioner, Position #3 in 2018, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Fellman was a first-time candidate for public office in 2018.
The Campaign timely filed two C-3 reports: (1) one C-3 report was filed on June 4, 2018, disclosing that Mr. Fellman made a $1,000 personal contribution that was received and deposited on May 29, 2018; and (2) one C-3 report was filed on July 25, 2018, disclosing that Mr. Fellman made a second $1,000 personal contribution that was received on July 20th, and deposited on July 25, 2018.
No C-4 reports were filed by Mr. Fellman for the 2018 election, and no additional C-3 reports were filed after the July 25, 2018, C-3 report was filed.
On September 6, 2022, Mr. Fellman sent an email to the PDC in response to the complaint that was mailed to him. In his response, Mr. Fellman confirmed that he filed two C-3 reports disclosing the two $1,000 personal he contributed to his campaign. Mr. Fellman stated that “I am not sure if there were any other contributions to my campaign from myself. I did not get any contributions from anyone else.” Concerning expenditures he made in support of his candidacy, he stated that his Campaign “spent money on online advertising, on a website, signs, campaign business cards, and customized pens.”
Mr. Fellman acknowledged his “lack of filing” of any C-4 reports or additional C-3 reports and stated that his failure to file the reports “was due to not making past the election primaries.” Staff noted that Mr. Fellman finished third in the 2018 primary election for Benton County PUD #1 Commissioner, Position #3 and did not appear on the 2018 general election ballot. He stated that he no longer “has the computer which I downloaded the campaign software on”, and he did not back up or copy the Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) “software to a flash drive.” He added that he does “not have the information any longer to accurately file the missing reports.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. As noted above, Mr. Fellman’s 2018 Campaign failed to file any C-4 reports for the 2018 primary election, including the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary Election and Post Primary Election C-4 reports, which are statutorily required report filings.
However, Mr. Fellman’s failure to file any C-4 reports are mitigated by the following factors: (1) he was a first-time candidate for public office in 2018; (2) he served as his own Treasurer and self-funded his Campaign; (3) he did not have significant contribution and expenditure activities, and would have qualified for the Mini Reporting Option, if he had selected that option in 2018; and (4) the complaint was filed more than four years after Mr. Fellman had been defeated in a three way 2018 contested primary election, so public interest in the PDC obtaining this information four years after the fact is diminished.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal written warning to Tyson Fellman concerning the failure to file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken in support of his 2018 candidacy, and for his failure to properly maintain his Campaign books of account as he acknowledged in his response.
The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Mr. Fellman will timely file the required C-3 and C-4 reports should he decide to run for public office in the future. Mr. Fellman will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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David Taylor completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file one C-3 report disclosing $3,850 in monetary contributions received 476 days late, and more than three months after the November 8, 2016 general election had been held. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your two complaints concerning the late filed report.
Staff's review also found the 2018 Campaign and the David Taylor Surplus Fund account were missing reports that were not identified in either complaint, however, the Campaign worked through several filing and other issues to bring their reports into compliance, and the Campaign has filed “Final” C-4 reports for both the 2018 Campaign and the David Taylor Surplus Funds account.
Based on staff’s findings and the facts that Representative Taylor had no prior PDC violations, the late filed 2018 Campaign reports were for contribution and expenditure activities undertaken after the 2018 Primary Election had been held, and he is no longer in office, staff has determined in this instance, the late filed reports does not warrant further investigation.
PDC staff has reminded David Taylor should he become a candidate again for public office in the future, that he timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his Campaign as required by PDC statues, rules, and reporting requirements.
The PDC has dismissed the two complaints, PDC Case 14176 and PDC Case 24644 in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints Marylou Eckart, Charles Eakins and Glen Morgan filed July 11, 2019 through July 16, 2019. The complaints alleged that Ashkan Amouzegar, co-owner of the slate website Lynnwood Forward, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to identify sponsors on political advertising (e.g. the Lynnwood Forward website).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Ashkan Amouzegar (the “Respondent”) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to identify the sponsor on political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Ashkan Amouzegar about the importance of timely & accurately identifying and disclosing the sponsor on all political advertising, including campaign websites.
Based on the information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirement and found that Ms. Howe reported the expenditure at issue in this complaint on September 17, 2019.
Based on this finding staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent is a first time candidate running for a School Director position on the Northshore Sd 417 in the 2025 election.
• On July 12, 2025, the PDC received a complaint that the Respondent's campaign yard signs did not include complete sponsor identification. PDC staff notified the Respondent of the complaint and they took prompt action to address the issue. They have indicated that they have collected the yard signs and remedied the sponsor ID issue.
• The Respondent does not have prior Warnings or Violations from the PDC
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent has violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Andrew Saturn filed on January 17, 2020. The complaint alleged that People for Thurston County Jobs (Respondent) a political committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence that supports the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your 2019 L-2 reports on February 26, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a Lobbyist registered to lobby in 2019, the monthly reports were due by the 15th day of each following month, making these reports 42 to 254 days late.
Jacqueline True completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports) for 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the timely filing of the C-4 report reflecting the expenditure leaves no evidence supporting a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that, although Ms. Gobel is not a first-time candidate, she was unaware of the statutory requirement to disclose certain debts and orders placed at the time the services were agreed upon rather than when the invoice was received. During the investigation, staff found no evidence to suggest that the Respondent deliberately delayed disclosing the costs related to the July 2021 mailer or otherwise done to deceive the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose an order placed as a debt does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Cindy Gobel will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose an order placed for printing, postage and mailing of a mailer as a debt as required. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Gobel timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 13, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing $704.92 in total candidate in-kind contributions had been received during the period. The in-kind contributions from Mr. Dovey were for stickers to place on old yard signs that were left-over from a prior campaign totaling $423, stickers for the Federal Way Police endorsement to attach to the signs totaling $246, and $35.72 for yard sign stakes.
On September 2, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing the previously reported $704.92 candidate in-kind contributions but included an additional $3,198 for an additional candidate in-kind contribution. The $3,198 in-kind contribution was received from Mr. Dovey on July 5, 2021, disclosed the description of the in-kind contribution to print and mail 4,000 political advertisements, and listed the vendor as Steve Beren.
On September 2, 2021, the Campaign filed the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing no contributions had been received or expenditures made during the period.
In addition, on September 2, 2021, the Campaign filed a C-3 report totaling $770 disclosing four itemized contributions that included a $100 contribution received from an individual, two $75 contributions were received two individuals and listing date of deposit as August 27, 2021. The C-3 report disclosed a $500 contribution had been received by the Campaign from the Federal Way Police Guild on June 30, 2021, which was held for more than five business days prior to being deposited by the Campaign. While the $500 contribution from the Guild was deposited and disclosed late, it was not spent by the Campaign on 2021 primary election activities.
Mr. Dovey stated that for the August 3, 2021, primary election he self-financed his campaign using “100 percent” of his personal funds to pay for Campaign expenditures. He stated he had some filing issues and found the reports that he thought he had filed, including the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report, “were not actually filed as I did not submit them properly.” He also acknowledged that he did not timely deposit or disclose the $500 contribution he received from the Federal Way Police Guild.
Based on these findings, and the mitigating factors noted above, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to the 2021 Jack Dovey Campaign concerning the lack of timely and accurate filing of reports of contribution and expenditure activities undertaken in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that the Jack Dovey Campaign will for the remainder of the 2021 election, and for future elections, timely and accurately file PDC reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities as required by law.
The 2021 Jack Dovey Campaign will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and written guidance provided on the PDC regarding providing sponsor identification in online transmissions, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Justin Raffa is a first-time candidate and has not previously been found in violation of the PDC campaign finance laws or rules. It appears that Mr. Raffa’s failure to initially include the full name and address identifying the sponsor of the political advertisements sent via text message and failure to set the party preference apart from the remainder of the ad content, was due to a general lack of knowledge and not meant to conceal this information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the full sponsor and clearly identify party preference on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Justin Raffa about the importance of the disclosure of political advertisement sponsors and the requirement to set sponsor id and party preference apart from the text of a written ad on all future political advertisements in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/78804 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""78804 Raffa Justin Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3748/78804%20Raffa%20Justin%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""78804 Raffa Justin Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3748/78804%20Raffa%20Justin%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""78804 Raffa Justin Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3748/78804%20Raffa%20Justin%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/12/2020 10:10:23 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2425 7828 173171 05/29/2025 07/23/2025 PDC Staff Chris Siebert Chris Siebert: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register campaign (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY25 (GE25) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 "This case alleged the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement for calendar year 2020 that was due no later than April 15, 2021.
At the February 17, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty, of which $125 is suspended if the conditions of the Initial Order are met.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence provided; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent publicly declared as a (write-in) candidate on or about October 9, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than October 23, 2019. The Respondent successfully filed a C-1 report with the PDC on December 13, 2019, after the election and 51 days late.
On her C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
In her response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated that a medical procedure & subsequent recovery contributed to noncompliance.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely file all required reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by legal counsel, Derek Schoonmaker, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting was due to the oversight of the former volunteer treasurer and not done intentionally to conceal the PAC’s activities from the public. Staff noted that the Respondent began the work of completing all missing campaign reports prior to the receipt of the complaint. The Respondent worked with PDC Filer Assistance staff to complete reports disclosing campaign activity as required under the “Full Reporting” option, including activity from 2018, most of which is beyond the statute of limitations for enforcement action. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent purposely filed late or inaccurate reports to mislead or otherwise keep information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file campaign reports for calendar year 2018 forward, including an incorrect carry forward and missing address information for contribution recipients resulting in necessary amendments, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that IAFF Local 2781 PAC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including accurate carry forward balances and the inclusion of all required contact information on C-4 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Elizabeth Hallock; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on activity disclosed on C-4 reports, the 2019 Liz Hallock for Yakima City Council campaign reported more than $30,000 in total campaign activity and was entirely funded by the candidate via in-kind contributions. Ms. Hallock promptly responded to the complaint and submitted amendments to provide details regarding missing or otherwise deficient information. Although Ms. Hallock has previous experience as a candidate, it appears that the lack of detail provided for her out-of-pocket expenditures were not done to mislead the public or prevent transparency.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include complete descriptions for in-kind contributions from the candidate, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Elizabeth Hallock about the importance of including detailed descriptions for all in-kind contributions disclosed on C-4 reports, in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 8, 2024, the PDC staff received an executed Statement of Understanding (SOU) signed and dated by Mayra Arreola, Committee Chairperson, along with a $150 check for the civil penalty payment. The signed SOU acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditure (C-4) reports undertaken by the Committee during the 2024 February special election cycle.
Based on these findings the staff has determined that, in this instance, the Campaign’s failure to timely file the 7-Day, 21-Day and Post-Election (C-4) reports in the February 2024 special election, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Committee acknowledged the violations and took responsibility by filing the missing reports. The Committee also completed a SOU and paid a $150 civil penalty.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At its September 23, 2021 meeting, the Commission found the Tacoma Weekly in violation of RCW 42.17A.480 and assessed a total civil penalty of $15,000, of which $7,500 is suspended on the following conditions: (1) the Tacoma Weekly is not found to have committed any further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390, as detailed in the Stipulation, within four years of the date of the Commission’s Final Order; and (2) the Respondent pays the non-suspended portion of the penalty ($7,500) within thirty days from the date of the final order.
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Staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the Contribution (C-3) and Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) filed by the Friends to Elect John Ley, and the June 28, 2020, and August 6, 2020, responses to the complaints provided by John Ley on behalf of his Campaign.
Staff found that Mr. Ley did not timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures made by his campaign. His expenditures also lacked the proper description(s) and break down required by law/rule.
Based on these findings, the staff issue a formal written warning to Mr. Ley regarding the failure to timely and accurately reports C-3 and C-4 reports and failure to properly break down and describe expenditure details, as required in WAC 390-16-047 and WAC 390-16-205.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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Staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the Contribution (C-3) and Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) filed by the Friends to Elect John Ley, and the June 28, 2020, and August 6, 2020, responses to the complaints provided by John Ley on behalf of his Campaign.
Staff found that Mr. Ley did not timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures made by his campaign. His expenditures also lacked the proper description(s) and break down required by law/rule.
Based on these findings, the staff issue a formal written warning to Mr. Ley regarding the failure to timely and accurately reports C-3 and C-4 reports and failure to properly break down and describe expenditure details, as required in WAC 390-16-047 and WAC 390-16-205.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Nicholas Coelho (the “Respondent”) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to identify the sponsor on political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Nicholas Coelho about the importance of timely & accurately identifying and disclosing the sponsor on all political advertising, including campaign websites.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the expenditure details on C-4 reports, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Michelle Rasmussen about the importance of including all required detail for expenditures on all PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules. PDC staff expects in the future that Michelle Rasmussen will report timely and with all required detail for expenditures on all PDC reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C3 and C-4 reports as alleged in the complaint. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff review found that Mr. Schilling should have reported all the orders placed for political advertising in June 2019, on the original 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report as required by law. Based on this determination, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Schillings concerning his failure to timely and accurately report expenditures for political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, Staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
ALMA GOTTLIEB-MCHALE,
Respondent.
PDC Case 65098
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Alma Gottlieb-McHale on February 14, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file Monthly Lobbyist Expense Reports (L-2 reports) as a lobbyist for the 2019 calendar year. The L-2 reports were due to be filed by the 15th of each month, disclosing lobbying activities in the previous calendar month.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent participated in the hearing telephonically and by written statement.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2019.
2. As a registered lobbyist, the Respondent was required to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of each month, disclosing compensation and lobbying expenses in the prior calendar month, such as travel, entertainment, contributions, advertising, and other lobbying expenses.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-2 reports for August through November of 2019 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent did not lobby during December 2019.
5. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of the month as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, with $150 suspended, in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The suspended portion of the penalty is upon condition that the Respondent:
1. Commits no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC for a period of four years following the date of this Order.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
A complaint was filed against the Washington State Council of County and City Employees PAC (Committee), a continuing political committee registered with the PDC, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Campaign Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities, including staff time and the overhead costs to operate and maintain the committee for calendar years 2014 through 2018.
PDC staff's review found the Committee failed to timely report $3,843.78 for in-kind contributions received from Washington State Council of County and City Employees (WSCCE) for calendar years 2014 through 2018, and that information was not disclosed until July 23, 2019, when the amended C-4 reports were filed.
However, based on staff's findings and the information listed below, PDC staff has determined that the facts in this instance do not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. Staff considered several mitigating factors that included: (1) the $3,843.78 in late disclosed in-kind contributions received by the Committee from WSCCE for staffing and overhead costs of running the PAC was not material in amount and had no impact on the public; (2) the Committee timely disclosed the majority of the C-3 and C-4 reports for calendar years 2014 through 2018; and (3) neither the WSCCE nor the Committee has any prior PDC violations.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff formally warned the Committee concerning the importance of timely and accurately filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by a continuing political committee, in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements. This formal written warning conveys staff’s expectation that the Committee will fully comply with the reporting requirements for a continuing political committee in the future, including the timely disclosure of the WSCCE staffing and overhead costs of running the PAC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any future PDC law or rule violations by Committee.
Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations in this matter against the Washington State Council of County and City Employees PAC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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As an elected official, Olguin is required to file an F-1 and if needed, an F-1 Supplement report, by April 15 of each year. The report covers the prior year. As noted in the complaint, Olguin failed to report the $7,200 stipend paid to council members on the F-1. The stipend paid to city council members is public information and there is no indication Olguin attempted to conceal the income from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to list a city council stipend on an F-1 form does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Pedro Olguin will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to list income as required on the F-1. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Olguin include the stipend on the F-1 in the future.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the contribution and expenditure reports for the 2015 and 2019 elections does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Scott Whelpley will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Scott Whelpley timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statutes, rules, and PDC Interpretation 04-02 ""Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns,"" and the July 6, 2020, response from Ms. Blossom.
Staff found Ms. Blossom failed to report a $250 contribution she received prior to amending her C-1 report. Ms. Blosson did not formally file an amended C-1 report until June 25, 2020. Staff reminded Ms. Blossom about the importance of timely amending the Candidate Registration (C-1) report in the future so that the public has access to the most current C-1 report on file with the PDC.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file complete and accurate expenditure details on C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Anthony Oddo about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of all expenditure activities, and the complete and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the People for Thurston County Jobs and Jason Bennett (Committee); and reviewed their data in the PDC database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that the Committee identified/listed Dean Nielsen and Jason Bennett as Committee officers on the initial Committee Registration that was filed on October 11, 2019, and on the two subsequent Committee Registrations that were amended to reflect the inclusion and removal of ""Weyerhaeuser Company"" as sponsor of the Committee on October 21, 2019 and October 25, 2019, respectively. All three Committee registrations were filed with the PDC prior to this complaint being filed.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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(Commission) on July 25, 2019, at the Public Disclosure Commission office, 711 Capitol Way,
Room 206, Olympia, Washington. Respondent Bhaskar Deodhar requested reconsideration of
the Commission’s Order issued on October 5, 2018, following a Brief Enforcement Hearing
(Brief Adjudicative Proceeding) in this matter. The hearing was held in accordance with
Chapters 34.05 and 42.17A RCW, and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David
Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioners Russell Lehman, and Fred Jarrett. Also
present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission, Assistant
Attorney General Chad Standifer representing PDC Staff, and Fox Blackhorn-Delph, PDC
Compliance Coordinator. Respondent Bhaskar Deodhar waived his personal appearance and submitted a written statement with evidence. The proceeding was open to the public and
recorded.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter
42.17A RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the
Administrative procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal
Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), due no later than April 16, 2018, certifying
financial activity for calendar year 2017.
ORDER
Because the Respondent has come into compliance with all financial affairs reporting
obligations, and in recognition of the service and health issues presented by this record, the
Respondent’s request for reconsideration is granted. This Amended Order will be the Final
Order. The Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law entered on October 5, 2018, are affirmed.
Of the $250 penalty assessed in the October 5, 2018 Order, $250 is suspended on the following
conditions:
1. The Respondent is in compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and commits
no further violations of Chapter 42.17A. RCW or Title 390 WAC for a period of four
years from the date of this Final Order.
If the Respondent fails to comply with any of the conditions of this Final Order, the
suspended portion of the penalty ($250) shall immediately become due without further action by
the Commission.
SO ORDERED this 31th day of July, 2019.
On June 15, 2020, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-042, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) referred of the above-cited matter, PDC Case 59521, from the PDC to the Washington State Attorney General's Office (AGO) for appropriate action under Chapter 42.17A RCW. The Executive Director's referral, in which Commission Chair David Ammons concurs, is based on PDC staff’s assessment, including information received from the Respondent, of a complaint received by the PDC on October 30, 2019, filed by Tallman Trask IV against Twitter, Inc., as discussed in the letter attached below.
Mr. Trask lodged a formal complaint with the PDC alleging that Twitter did not honor his requests to inspect the company’s books of account for certain political advertisements that were reported as placed through Twitter on reports of expenditures filed with the PDC (see complaint for specific sponsor and report information).
The PDC’s review to date of this matter has led PDC staff to the conclusion that the additional authority, resources and penalty discretion of the AGO under the Fair Campaign Practices Act (RCW 42.17A) are implicated and could be warranted.
The PDC received correspondence from counsel for Twitter, Inc., on June 9, 2020, in which counsel states, in part, that due to an “engineering issue”:
[A]fter Twitter decided to ban political advertisements on its platform, Twitter de-certified political advertising accounts, and these accounts no longer have funding instruments associated with them. An unintended and unanticipated consequence of this de-certification process was that data previously stored within the database was lost or irretrievably corrupted. So even if Twitter once collected billing names associated with these political advertisements as a part of the billing process, Twitter no longer possesses this information.
Twitter cites similar “engineering issues” for the unavailability of other information commercial advertisers are required to maintain and make available for inspection, including complete sponsor addresses, payment dates, and demographics of audiences targeted and reached. See WAC 390-18-050.
Twitter further states that these engineering issues are “related to Twitter’s decision to stop accepting political advertisements starting November 22, 2019,” weeks after Mr. Trask’s complaint was filed with the PDC and nearly two months after Mr. Trask alleges he initially requested to inspect Twitter’s books of account.
Based on PDC staff’s assessment of the complaint, it appears that Twitter may have committed violations of RCW 42.17A. Further, Twitter appears to have—inadvertently, the company asserts—destroyed records relevant to the inquiry and required to be maintained for no less than five years after the date of the applicable election, RCW 42.17A.345.
Because these circumstances may warrant additional authority to ensure compliance and reach an appropriate resolution, the PDC referred this matter to the AGO, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755(4).
The complaint alleged Kittitas County Human Resources Director and Risk Manager Lisa Young may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using county facilities to support the campaign of Cory Wright for Kittitas County Commissioner. PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the applicable statutes and rules, the e-mails you provided, and the response provided by Lisa Young, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities to support the campaign of Cory Wright for Kittitas County Commissioner does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Lisa Young to refrain from distributing materials posted on a campaign website as these are inherently campaign-related and, in the future, public officials should access campaign-related materials without using public resources.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the May 2020 Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) filed by the Committee to Elect Heidi Eisenhour.
Staff found that the expenditures made by Ms. Einsenhour's campaign lacked the proper description(s) and break down required by law/rule.
Based on these findings, the staff reminded Ms. Eisenhour about the importance of properly breaking down and describing expenditures in the future as required by law/rule.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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In the original complaint, it was alleged that Linda Oosterman and the Thurston County PUD also violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using or authorizing the use of public office/agency facilities to assist Linda Oosterman’s re-election campaign. Therefore:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by John Weidenfeller (the “Respondent”) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, reimbursing Linda Oosterman for a documented PUD Commissioner expenditure that was not clearly identified as an election-related event does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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on September 10, 2019. The complaint alleged that John Losey Jr., a candidate for School
Director for Sumner-Bonney Lake School District may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210
and .215 for failure to timely and accurately file Campaign Registration reports (C-1 reports) and
RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely and accurately file Personal Financial Affairs Statement
reports (F-1 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the
response(s) provided by John Losey Jr. and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to
determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1
report and the C-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Losey Jr. will receive a formal written
warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file Campaign Registration reports (C-1
reports) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports (F-1 reports). The formal written
warning will include staff’s expectation that John Losey Jr. timely and accurately files all future
required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the
formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of
PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Robert Parker filed on August 8, 2019. The complaint alleged that Kristen Deskin (Respondent), a candidate for School Director for Renton School District 403, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210 and .215 for failure to timely file the Campaign Registration report (C-1 report); and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Receipts & Expenditure Summary reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC report filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the C-1 report timely, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Kristen Deskin will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file the required Campaign Registration report (C-1 report). Staff expects Kristen Deskin to file all future required reports such as the Campaign Registration (C-1), Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) timely. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Todd Mielke’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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In the original complaint, Andrew Saturn alleged that the PUD’s general manager, John Weidenfeller, and the Thurston County PUD also violated RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of public office/agency facilities to assist the Linda Oosterman’s election campaign. Therefore:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Linda Oosterman (the “Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s use of public office/agency funds to pay for event that could directly or indirectly assist her election campaign does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Linda Oosterman receives a formal written warning regarding the use of public office/agency facilities to assist an election campaign. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Linda Oosterman not use public office/agency facilities to pay for political, election-related events. The Commission may consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/60975 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""60975 Association of Washington Cities Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3416/60975%20Association%20of%20Washington%20Cities%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""60975 Association of Washington Cities Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3416/60975%20Association%20of%20Washington%20Cities%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/23/2019 10:56:02 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2463 3384 60036 11/12/2019 11/12/2019 12/09/2019 Timothy Schmitt North County EMS Officials North County EMS Officials: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a ballot proposition (EY 19; Nov 19) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Timothy Schmitt filed on November 12, 2019. The complaint alleged that North County EMS Officials, public employees, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a ballot proposition.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by Rep. Lovick; and the response provided by Everett Public Schools in related PDC Case 72467, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, as concerns the Lovick 2020
Campaign, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, PACE – NASW WA’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election years 2019 to 2022 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PACE – NASW WA will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to follow filing requirements for RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 when reporting in years 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. Staff expects PACE – NASW WA to file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years timely and accurately. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Lifelong AIDS Alliance completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.240(6) requires candidates to report the name & address of each person to whom an expenditure is made in the aggregate amount of more than $50 during the period covered by the report, including the amount, date and purpose of each expenditure. Pursuant to WAC 390-16-037, expenditures disclosed on the C-4 report should be described “in detail,” including how the recipient of the expenditure (e.g. vendor) will use the goods and/or services purchased, and numerical descriptions (e.g. the number of items printed).
The Respondent filed four C-4 reports in 2017 that appeared to lack expenditure details regarding signs, political flyers, and handout/flyers. The Respondent amended the four C-4 reports to include the missing information on October 15, 2019.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to provide complete expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing detailed expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon being notified of the errors, the Respondent quickly amended its reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62705 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62705 Van Cleve Mary Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3447/62705%20Van%20Cleve%20Mary%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""62705 Van Cleve Mary Administrative Closure.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3447/62705%20Van%20Cleve%20Mary%20Administrative%20Closure.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}]" 01/27/2020 06:10:42 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2470 3526 65090 02/14/2020 02/14/2020 03/09/2020 PDC Staff PRINCIPLED SOLUTIONS* PRINCIPLED SOLUTIONS*: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file monthly Lobbyist Reports (L-2 reports) in calendar year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyOn February 14, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Principled Solutions* of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), disclosing lobbying activities in calendar year 2019.
Principled Solutions* completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the one or more monthly Lobbying Expense reports (L-2 reports), due by the 15th day of each calendar month, disclosing activity in the previous calendar month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded James Barnfather about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports, including the candidate registration.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 26, 2019, an Enforcement Hearing will be held before the Commission concerning allegations that AFSCME violated RCW 42.17A.250 by: (1) failing to timely file Out-of-State Committee Contribution Reports (C-5 reports) disclosing $250,000 in monetary contributions made to three political committees in Washington State during calendar years 2015 and 2016; and (2) failing to timely file C-5 reports disclosing contributions received from AFSCME International into AFSCME’s segregated account covering the period October 1, 2014 through August 31, 2018.
A Stipulation to Facts, Violations and Penalties has been agreed to between the two parties, was presented and accepted by the Commission at the hearing finding AFSCME, AFL-CIO violated:
AFSCME, AFL-CIO agreed to pay a total civil penalty of $5,250, representing $750 for each late filed C-5 report in accordance with the Stipulation Penalty Schedule found in WAC 390-37-062, of which $2,000 of the penalty is suspended on the conditions AFSCME AFL-CIO:
(1) Is not found to have committed any further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 within four years of the date of the final order in this matter. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction;
(2) Is in compliance with all reporting requirements; and
(3) The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($3,250) is paid by AFSCME within 30 days of the date of the final order in this matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission’s (PDC) records indicate that Benita Hyder is no longer registered to lobby in 2020. All lobbyists are required by RCW 42.17A.603 to attest that they have completed the new Legislative Code of Conduct Training. Benita Hyder may have received warning letters or hearing notices for PDC Case 62690 concerning failure to attest, sent out prior to an updated registration being submitted. PDC staff will now close PDC Case 62690 administratively, and remove Benita Hyder's name from our hearing list. PDC staff reminds Benita Hyder about the importance of timely, accurately, and completely attending to your registration and reporting requirements in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62690 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62690 Hyder Benita Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3437/62690%20Hyder%20Benita%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""62690 Hyder Benita Administrative Closure.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3437/62690%20Hyder%20Benita%20Administrative%20Closure.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}]" 01/27/2020 06:13:24 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2474 6964 155179 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/20/2024 Conner Edwards AMANDA L GREEN AMANDA L GREEN: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (OCT23 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Jim Young filed on October 23, 2019. The complaint alleged that Mike Wallin (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for City Council Member for the City of Longview, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately disclose contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the 21-day pre-general C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mike Wallin about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities. PDC staff expects the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent, Terry Christensen; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Respondent has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules and responded promptly to the complaint.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose all sources of income on the F-1 report covering 2019 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Christensen about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all sources of income on F-1 reports, and the timely and accurate filing of all future F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose expenditure details does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Susan Boundy-Sanders about the importance of accurately and completely disclosing expenditure details. PDC staff expects the timely, complete, and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure details on required reports in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On the PDC website outlining requirements for political advertising, it states a sponsor’s address is not required for broadcast, video, and online audio ads. While a robocall is not specifically mentioned in this section as not requiring a sponsor’s address, a robocall has similar participant interaction to a broadcast or online audio advertisement.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged failure to provide complete and accurate sponsor identification in political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Cydney Moore (“the Respondent”); and the F-1 report filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the F-1 report was submitted late, the report was not required to disclose any business, lobbying or income pertaining to the City of Burien as Ms. Moore did not take office until January 2020 and the late F-1 report covered activity during calendar year 2019. In addition, the report contained little change from the one Ms. Moore submitted as a candidate in the 2019 election.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a F-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Ms. Moore about the importance of timely filing a Personal Financial Affairs Statement with the PDC no later than April 15th each year as an elected official, and the timely filing of all future PDC F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence that supports the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ambra Mason (the “Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1 report covering the twelve months preceding candidacy does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ambra Mason received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely file, within two weeks of becoming a candidate, a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity for the preceding twelve months. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Ambra Mason timely file the F-1 report in future years, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff found that the Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC 20 days late and selected the Full Reporting Option, which triggers the periodic disclosure of contributions and expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports. Between late May and December 10, 2019, six of the Respondent’s C-4 reports were received between 3-180 days late, two of which lacked details regarding in-kind contributions for yard signs and Facebook advertising.
The Respondent quickly replied to the complaint, stated his belief that his reports were both timely and accurate, and cited technical difficulties filing PDC reports. He indicated a willingness to amend reports to resolve noncompliance and subsequently filed eight amended reports disclosing his candidate filing fee (which was paid with personal funds), expenditures made for banners and consulting services, and additional details regarding in-kind contributions. The amended reports were received 24-159 days late.
Based on the aggravating and mitigating factors in this case, PDC staff issued the Respondent a formal written Warning concerning his failure to timely register as a candidate and timely & accurately report expenditures & in-kind contributions. PDC staff expect the Respondent to file all required contribution & expenditure reports in the future, and the Commission will consider the formal written Warning when deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 21, 2023, Kristina Mitchell filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for election to the office of Snohomish County Council, Position #2, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing herself as Campaign Treasurer. Ms. Mitchell is a first-time candidate seeking public office in 2023.
Specifically, the complaint alleged that the that the 2023 Kristina Michell for County Council Campaign (Campaign) disclosed receiving $4,169 in total anonymous contributions, that amount significantly exceeded the anonymous contribution limits, and represented almost 25% of the total contributions initially disclosed by the Campaign. In addition, you alleged the Campaign failed to provide the addresses for several contributors and Campaign vendors disclosed on the C-3 and C-4 reports.
In her response, Ms. Mitchell stated that the allegation in the complaint concerning exceeding the anonymous contribution limits were incorrect and her Campaign did not really receive or deposit that amount, and they were instead pledges that had been made by individuals to her Campaign. She confirmed her Campaign did not receive or deposit that large number of anonymous contributions, and that most of the funds initially disclosed as anonymous, had been incorrectly entered by her into the Online Report of Campaign Activities (ORCA) program and were actually pledges received by her Campaign.
Ms. Mitchell stated that the pledges from contributors came with the caveat or contingency that the pledges would be paid or otherwise redeemed only if the Campaign met the goal of making it onto the general election ballot.
The Campaign incorrectly filed a June 2023 C-4 report early on June 11, 2023, despite being under the accelerated reporting requirement and required to file a 21-day and 7-day Pre-Primary C-4 reports. The C-4 report that was filed by the Campaign contained several errors and disclosed a total of $16, 2145 in total contributions received that included $9,300 in new monetary contributions received, $1,200 in in-kind contributions received, and $11,165 in total expenditures that included $5,875 in new expenditures and a cash on hand balance of $5,049.
Ms. Mitchell stated she believed she went through and fixed the errors that occurred when she was re-entering the contribution and expenditure information into the ORCA program. The Campaign filed the June amended C-4 and the amended C-3 reports on July 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, and the 20th, attempting to correct the incorrect information disclosed on the prior reports.
Ms. Mitchell acknowledged that she had no experience with ORCA or the candidate reporting requirements as a first-time candidate and treasurer. She confirmed the issues she had in using ORCA were with the “Pledges, In-kind, and Non-monetary donations” screen, and that when she attempted to enter the pledged information into the program, not knowing what she was doing she somehow entered the pledges information as anonymous contributions and filed the reports.
Ms. Mitchell thought she followed the prompts to enter the information, but noted the ORCA “software does not allow you to move to the next step if you are in the wrong tab.” She stated ORCA allowed her to leave “detailed notes” on the C-4 reports, which PDC’s review confirmed that she did do to clarify that the reports contained errors.
Ms. Mitchell stated that in addition to the anonymous contribution issues she had, other information she entered into ORCA incorrectly, ended up disclosing those activities as “in kind donations” and as such they were automatically included as an expenditure. She “was confused why it did that in ORCA program rather than entering the information into the pledges tab.” And what was really confused to her was when she saw the complaint was alleging report discrepancies for the total contributions received which was “something like 17k dollars.”
Ms. Mitchell stated that there was “no way have I been that lucky to have raised hat much money. But what was a concern to me is the amount the report said I had spent. There was no way I had spent 14k dollars either.” She stated that none of the pledges that were incorrectly reported by her as anonymous contributions “have been collected” and that she incorrectly reported that “all wrong” when they were listed as anonymous contributions.
Ms. Mitchell stated she “made a mistake, and the system (sic meaning ORCA) did its own thing” and she reiterated that she included the notes at the bottom of the C-4 reports acknowledging that she was aware the information being disclosed was not accurate. She stated that she added the notes listed on the reports so that the public would have record of it in her reports, and that her “intent was not to mislead.”
The final amended C-3 and C-4 reports that were filed by the Campaign on July 20, 2023, 10 days prior to the August 1, 2023 primary election being held, disclosed the Campaign raised $4,394.99 in total contributions received and $2,607 in total expenditures made.
Those contribution and expenditure totals filed on the amended reports are almost four times less than the total contributions and expenditures initially reported in June of 2023, so the public was likely confused by the discrepancies in the totals…(Peter not sure if this is needed, and if yes how we wanted to word this since it ties in with the WAC 390-37-143 which I cite below).
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance. As noted above, Ms. Mitchell is a first-time candidate for public office, served as her own Treasurer, and acknowledged that the $4,169 in total anonymous contributions initially disclosed by the Campaign were listed in error. She stated that those contributions were never received but were instead verbal pledges that she received from contributors to the Campaign and were below the $200 disclosure threshold for pledges.
After being informed of the complaint, the anonymous contributions limits and that it appeared there were discrepancies and incorrect information included on the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Ms. Mitchell’s Campaign filed amended C-3 reports correcting the previously disclosed anonymous and monetary contribution totals and the C-4 reports for the proper contribution and expenditure totals.
WAC 390-37-143(2)(d) states that aggravating or mitigating factors can be analyzed to assist in determining the resolution of a particular matter, include the following: “The impact on the public, including whether the noncompliance deprived the public of timely or accurate information during a time sensitive period, or otherwise had a significant or material impact on the public.”
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and the rule referenced above, PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to Kristina Mitchell concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, properly enter the contribution and expenditure information into the ORCA program, and to adhere to the anonymous contribution limits, in all future Campaigns. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Charlie McCaughan about the importance of timely registering as a candidate in an election campaign. PDC staff expects the timely filing of all future reports as required by statute and rule.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence provided; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent declared candidacy with Elections officials on May 14, 2019 and was due to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC no later than May 29, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report on December 10, 2019, after the general election and 195 days late.
On his C-1, the Respondent selected the mini-reporting option whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The Respondent indicated his failure to timely file a Candidate Registration was based on a misunderstanding that he was not required to file a C-1 report if his campaign did not receive any contributions.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely register as a candidate in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Respondent was a first-time candidate in the 2022 election. Upon receipt of the October 19, 2022, complaint, the Hadaller Campaign filed C-3 and C-4 reports and amend as necessary to accurately disclose all campaign activity. It appears that the exceeding of mini reporting limits was due to the limited experience of the Respondent and not done intentionally to mislead the public. Staff found that the Respondent promptly responded to the complaint by submitting reports disclosing 2022 campaign activities.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on January 12, 2023, from Mike Hadaller acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and WAC 390-16-125 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports and exceeding mini reporting limits. Mr. Hadaller paid a $300 total ($150 for exceeding mini reporting limits and $150 for late filed C-3 and C-4 reports) civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely submit an updated C-1 report switching to the “Full Reporting” option prior to exceeding mini reporting limits, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-070, PDC staff is reminding Mike Hadaller about the importance of submitting an updated C-1 report under the “Full Reporting” option by the required deadlines as part of a written request to change reporting option in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Adam Fortney (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures on reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Adam Fortney received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely disclose contributions, in-kind contributions, and expenditures made to the campaign. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Adam Fortney timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind contributions, and expenditures on C-4 reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found that Mr. Palmer failed to report spousal financial assets/income on his 2022 F-1 report. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Palmer for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.710. In the Warning letter, John Palmer was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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Jeff Bissonnette completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file the L-2 report covering January 2019. The L-2 report was received on February 28, 2020, 365 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rick Johnson, Treasurer for Seattle Aquarium; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Seattle Aquarium was initially unaware of their registration and filing obligations as an incidental committee. The Respondent has not previously been the subject of enforcement action and postmarked the C-1IC and C-8 reports promptly upon PDC staff’s request.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and file reports as an incidental committee disclosing activity for calendar year 2019 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Seattle Aquarium about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities as an incidental committee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that Mr. Rufo:
(1) Was a first-time candidate for public office in 2019 and unfamiliar with the PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements for a candidate.
(2) Terminated his Campaign in November of 2018, more than six months prior to Candidate Filing week (May of 2019).
(3) Contacted PDC staff after terminating his candidacy for Seattle City Council seeking advice on the disposal of his remaining campaign funds.
(4) Made a good-faith effort to dispose of his 2019 surplus funds by timely disclosing the two surplus funds expenditures on a C-4 report, that included the $10,000 expenditure made to the Documentary Foundation, a charitable organization that he is involved with.
(5) Took steps to remedy the error by promptly registering the Documentary Foundation with the Secretary of State's Office in accordance with RCW 19.09 once staff informed him of the requirement.
Based on these findings, and the facts listed above, staff determined that in this instance, the allegations do not warrant further investigation, and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Kittitas County Commissioner Cory Wright may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using county facilities to support the 2019 campaign of Cory Wright for Kittitas County Commissioner.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the applicable statutes and rules, the mailer, and the response provided by Drew Stokesbary of Stokesbary PLLC, counsel for Cory Wright, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
RCW 42.17A.555 states “No elective official nor any employee of his or her office nor any person appointed to or employed by any public office or agency may use or authorize the use of any of the facilities of a public office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office or for the promotion of or opposition to any ballot proposition.” RCW 42.17A.555 does not restrict the right of any individual to express his or her own personal views concerning, supporting, or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, if such expression does not involve a use of the facilities of a public office or agency.
Cory Wright is not found to have used public facilities to promote his 2019 campaign for Kittitas Board of County Commissioners.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities to support the campaign of Cory Wright for Kittitas County Commissioner does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence supporting a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mr. Matta; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although it appears that Mr. Matta experienced extraordinary difficulties this year due to the restrictions of the COVID pandemic, and that he did not intentionally attempt to deprive the public of the disclosure of his finances as described in statute, the F-1 report covering financial activities for calendar year 2019 was submitted late. However, Mr. Matta has not been found in violation of late filing of the F-1 reports during his time as an elected official and cooperated with staff to complete his missing report.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a F-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Matta about the importance of timely filing a Personal Financial Affairs Statement with the PDC no later than April 15th each year as an elected official, and the timely filing of all future PDC F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC found no evidence Quinn intended to conceal the amounts and, in his response, Quinn noted he made a good-faith effort to comply with the law and made the amendments as requested quickly.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), De’Sean Quinn will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that De’Sean Quinn accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by David A. Lawson, an Attorney with Davis Wright Tremaine, on behalf of his client MoPOP; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that MoPOP was aware of the Disclose Act but did not believe it applied to a payment made in 2019 for accrued liability from the previous calendar year and prior to the Act’s effective date. its activity their registration and filing obligations as an incidental committee. MoPOP has not previously been the subject of enforcement action and postmarked the C-1IC and C-8 reports promptly upon PDC staff’s request.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and file reports as an incidental committee disclosing activity for calendar year 2019 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded MoPOP about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities as an incidental committee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response, the Committee stated there was initial confusion regarding $950 in contributions and amended C-4 and C-3 reports.
Staff has determined that in this instance, accepting and retaining over-limit anonymous contributions during the 2018 election year, does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Matthew Stroe will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with PDC requirements. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Stroe comply with the anonymous contributions limit and rules should he be a future candidate for elective office. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the wording used in the 2019 mailer does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), District officials and staff will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement for election-related information, distributed by a public agency using public funds, to be a fair and objective presentation of the facts, and to not include language or photographs provoking an emotional reaction in support of or in opposition to a ballot proposition.
The formal written warning will include staff's expectation that Clallam County Fire Protection District No. 3 and its staff will review and follow PDC guidance in PDC Interpretation #04-02.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2019.
2. As a registered lobbyist, the Respondent was required to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of each month, disclosing compensation and lobbying expenses in the prior calendar month, such as travel, entertainment, contributions, advertising, and other lobbying expenses.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-2 report for September of 2019 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file the L-2 report by the 15th of the month as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
On October 17, 2022, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the City of University Place officials, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities/resources of a public agency to promote a ballot proposition.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On July 18, 2022, the City of University (City) approved Resolution No. 980, a Resolution of the City Council of the City authorizing a levy lid lift be placed on the November 2022 general election ballot for support of law enforcement services.
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits public officials and agencies from using or authorizing the use of facilities, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of promoting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions/measures. This prohibition does not apply to activities that are part of the normal and regular conduct of the public/local agency, as defined in WAC 390-05-273.
You alleged that the City used its facilities to support a ballot measure/proposition, by mailing to the residents of the City, what appeared to be a promotional fact sheet related to the ballot proposition. Specifically, you appear to take issue with the section of the fact sheet titled “Where do my taxes go?” that also depicts a dollar bill sign.
In its response to the complaint, the City, by way of Matthew Kaser, City Attorney, stated: “The mailing attached to the complaint is the City’s ‘one jurisdiction-wide objective and fair presentation of the facts per ballot measure.’ Because the original complaint contained only excerpts of the mailing, I’ve attached the version which went to the printers. As you’ll note, the content omitted from the original complaint contains the details of the City Council’s actions, fact relative to the need, and what the funds would be used for, if the measure passes. We assume that the complainant takes issue with inclusion of the ‘dollar bill,’ wherein we break out where a resident’s property tax bill goes. The ‘dollar bill,’ had long been a part of the City’s communication with its residents. It is updated by the City’s Finance Department annually and has been posted on the City’s website for many years. To highlight a few examples and to give some sense of how frequently this is communicated with our residents, we include this in our bi-weekly Headlines newsletter. As an example, in the February 17, 2021edition, we include in an article captioned “Update on Taxes in U.P.” The City includes it on its website as it communicates property tax information to the public.” Also in its response, the city further noted that “To the extent that issue is taken with the text accompanying the dollar bill, substantial portions of it were taken from the Explanatory Statement, which was provided to voters by the Pierce County Auditor and contained within the local voters’ guide (copy attached). To our knowledge, there was no appeal (see RCW 29A.32.230) filed with either the County Auditor or Pierce County Superior Court of the Explanatory Statement.”
Staff reviewed the ballot proposition fact sheet in its entirety, including the section about “Where do my taxes go?” and noted that the City adhered to the fair and objective standard in representing the facts about the proposition, and how much the levy lid would cost the residents of the City. The fact sheet describes the need and how the funds will be used in a fair and objective manner. The fact sheet also provides the cost for an average priced home and appears to be in line with PDC Interpretation 04-02.
Based on the above review, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation that would warrant further investigation.
Accordingly, PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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A complaint was filed against Leslie Hamada, an incumbent Kent School District School Director, and a candidate for re-election to that office in 2023, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of the Kent School District (KSD), when she included her KSD email address and telephone number as the contact information on her Facebook page, which was alleged was to support her candidacy for re-election.
On January 13, 2023, Leslie Hamada filed a Candidate Registration seeking re-election to the office Kent School Director, Position #3 for the 2023 election cycle. Ms. Hamada selected the Mini Reporting Option, which does not require her to file any campaign finance reports, and listed Glen Hamada as Treasurer.
Ms. Hamada was a 2017 candidate for School Director for the Kent School District and elected to the Kent School Board. In addition, she previously filed as a candidate for State Representative in the 47th Legislative District in 2008, and as School Director in 2011, but was not elected.
Ms. Hamada stated that she has two Facebook (FB) accounts, that both are hers personally and “paid for and managed by me. Leslie4Kids is a FB page I set up a few years ago to just keep the community abreast of what I was doing as Board Director for the Kent School District (KSD) which I was elected to do 4 years ago.”
Ms. Hamada stated that she honestly never thought of her Leslie4Kids Facebook page as a campaign page, and that “no KSD funds were used to set it up, manage, or do campaign work on.” She stated that she “never campaigned on this site purposely or did the Kent School District contribute any money or management to run this site.”
Ms. Hamada stated she “purchased and kept records on the website that was definitely used for campaign purposes” through the Campaign expenditures she made to Go Daddy and the URL to purchase a site. She stated that paid for, managed the site, and reported it as expenditure for her campaign (http://www.lesliehamada.com).
Ms. Hamada stated that after receiving the email from PDC staff about the complaint, she immediately double checked the Facebook site contact information and made the correction listed her personal email and telephone number. She stated that she “never intended it be used for campaign purposes----only a vehicle of communication while doing my job as a Board Director.”
Ms. Hamada stated that really used the Facebook page “to contact me in that manner” and that “in no way was I trying to use government entity to pay for any campaign usage or expense.” She added that she “completely took down this FB account Leslie4Kids ---as of 6/22/2023 and will be using my official campaign website for my campaign going forward.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. However, staff is reminding Leslie Hamada concerning the prohibitions found in RCW 42.17A.555 against using Kent School District resources and facilities, including school district email addresses and telephone numbers as contact information, to support her candidacy for re-election in 2023, or to support or oppose any other candidate or ballot proposition.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ron Davis (the “Respondent); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
According to the Seattle Ethics & Elections Commission (SEEC), this matter was resolved by its Commission on October 4, 2023 via a Settlement Agreement with the Respondent and the assessment of a $1,000 penalty.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has deferred this matter to the SEEC pursuant to WAC 390-37-061(4) because the alleged violation was addressed under an analogous local ordinance. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not pursue further investigation or enforcement action in this case.
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Resolved through Statement of Understanding.
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The complaint alleged that there was a discrepancy in the final cash on hand balance for the 2017 Campaign, and the beginning balance of the 2021 re-election effort, and that the funds had been spent for Mayor Matta’s personal use. The Campaign stated that after reviewing the allegation, they requested the Campaign bank statements from BECU, and found two transactions which occurred between the 2017 ending and the start of the 2021 Campaign that did not get disclosed, when changes were made in the management structure for the 2021 election.
Based on those changes the Campaign inadvertently failed to report: (1) a $125 contribution that was made in January of 2018 to the 34th District Democrats using 2017 Surplus funds; and (2) a $178.54 expenditure that had been made to Overnight Printing on April 5, 2018 to print 400 “walking pieces” used by the 2017 Campaign. The Campaign filed a new April 2018 C-4 report disclosing the $178.54 expenditure to Overnight Printing, and an amended January 2018 C-4 report disclosing a $125 expenditure made to the 34th District Democrats using surplus funds. No evidence was found that these funds were used for Mayor Matta’s personal benefit as alleged in the complaint.
The complaint also alleged the Campaign failed to timely and properly disclose candidate loans made during the 2021 election cycle. On April 2, 2021, the Campaign timely filed: (1) a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) disclosing that on March 19, 2021, the Campaign received a $6,200 loan from Jimmy Matta, that was attributed to the 2021 primary election; and (2) the March 2021 C-4 report disclosing $6,200 in monetary contributions received during the period, $2,588 in expenditures made, and $12,400 in outstanding liabilities on line #18. The C-4 report included an attached Loan Document (PDC Schedule L) that disclosed on March 19, 2021 the Campaign received two $6,200 candidate loans from Jimmy Matta totaling $12,400. However, the March 2021 C-4 report only listed $6,200 in total contributions received during the period.
On June 6, 2021, the Campaign filed a C-3 report disclosing that on March 19, 2021, the Campaign received a $6,200 loan from Jimmy Matta that was attributed to the 2021 general election. The C-3 report was required to have been filed by the Campaign no later than April 10, 2021 and was filed 56 days late. The Campaign timely filed the April and May 2021 C-4 reports, and the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports, with each C-4 report disclosing $12,400 in outstanding candidate loans were owed to Jimmy Matta, $6,200 per election.
The Campaign subsequently determined the candidate loan repayment limits were $6,000 per election, and reattributed $200 from each of the candidate loans as candidate contributions. On September 10, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the 2021 Post-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing that on August 1, 2021, Jimmy Matta forgave $6,000 of the $12,000 loan amount. As of August 2, 2021, the Campaign owed Jimmy Matta a total of $6,000 in outstanding candidate loans.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the failure to timely disclose two expenditures made by the 2017 Campaign after the 2017 election in early 2018, and a $6,200 candidate loan made on March 19, 2021, and designated for the general election, do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation or further enforcement action.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jimmy Matta will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose two Campaign expenditures related to the 2017 campaign, and the $6,200 candidate loan designated for the 2021 general election. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Jimmy Matta will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities s as required by law, including candidate loans. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the remaining allegations listed in the complaint and this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaints alleged People for Jobs Enterprise Washington and South Sound Future Enterprise Washington (Committees) each violated RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a) by sponsoring political advertising, specifically mailers, that included a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office, stating Julie Door, a 2020 candidate for State Senate from the 25th Legislative District (Candidate), voted to increase sales taxes.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by Dan Brady, Attorney for Enterprise Washington, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While it appears Resolution No. 2395 did not increase sales taxes or authorize the collection of additional sales taxes, in light of Door’s support for Resolution No. 2395, and support for an ordinance laying the foundation for the collection of tax monies, there is not clear and convincing evidence that the statement made by People for Jobs Enterprise Washington and South Sound Future Enterprise Washington was made with actual malice.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a) does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by Jay Inslee for Washington found the campaign could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegations; applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements and the PDC reports filed by the Committee. Staff determined that the Committee failed to file a Candidate Registration in a timely manner, and to include Ms. Boundy-Sanders as the only sponsor in the name of the Committee.
However, the Committee made a good faith effort by responding quickly and working with the PDC filer assistance personnel to file the missing Candidate Registration. The Committee also amended its Last Minute Contribution (LMC) report and the Independent Expenditure report (C-6) to reflect Susan Boundy-Sanders as the sole sponsor of the Committee.
Based on the above, staff issued a reminder in this case and dismissed it in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Rivers filed an F-1 on March 15, 2024, covering the time period of May 19, 2022 to May 19, 2023. This report was filed 287 days late.
As noted in the complaint, Don L. Rivers purchased a campaign domain and established a website in June 2023, but the expenditure was not reported on the Committee’s Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports until May 7, 2024. The expenditure was reported 302 days late, however prior to the 2024 primary election. Don L. Rivers stated the website has been updated, and PDC staff confirmed the website now lists a party preference on its main page.
Don L. Rivers does not have other similar violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Don L. Rivers will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, .320 and .700. Staff expects Don L. Rivers, moving forward, to timely and accurately file all required reports and include party preference in political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Association; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file one C-4 report and two C-6 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, especially independent expenditures/electioneering communications undertaken within 60 days of an election. PDC staff expects timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Help Eastmont Levy Pass 2 committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by a political committee. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to file accurate and timely reports of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Jeannette Twitty (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, misclassifying monetary contributions as anonymous contributions, and failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures are not violations that warrant further investigation.
On March 28, 2024, Jeannette Twitty completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.220(4) by incorrectly classifying monetary contributions as anonymous contributions on C-3 reports for election year 2023. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegation regarding over-limit anonymous contributions listed in the complaint.
Furthermore, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jeannette Twitty received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on reports. This formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Jeannette Twitty will timely file accurate reports of contributions and expenditures in the future, especially during the time-sensitive periods before and after an election. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reminded Jeannette Twitty about the importance of 1) maintaining accurate records of contributors per RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a); 2) monitoring anonymous contributions to ensure they do not exceed the limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.220(4); and 3) returning anonymous contributions prior to deposit if accepting them would cause the committee to exceed limits. Staff also reminded Ms. Twitty to submit amended reports within 21 days of the original filings, when possible; and include sufficient expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules and guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.603 for failure to attest, by December 31, 2019, to completing Legislative Code of Conduct training as required by the WA State Legislature.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Dave Sumner IV’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer, Conner Edwards, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Christina Riley is a first-time candidate and, prior to receipt of the complaint, was serving as her own treasurer. Staff found that although the Respondent filed some C-3 and C-4 reports after their due date, the reports contained limited activity and were filed more than six months prior to the August 6, 2024, primary election. No evidence was found that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-4 reports disclosing a minor amount in expenditures and in-kind contributions does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Christina Riley will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2024 Riley Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Riley timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this letter serves as a formal warning to Mayor Millman for his failure to timely report the receipt of a gift from Chateau Ste. Michelle Wine Estates during 2022 to Mayor Mike and Michelle Millman, valued at $150, on his Personal Financial Affairs Statement covering 2022 activity. Staff expects Mayor Millman to timely report all reportable gifts on his annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Staff found the following:
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK ZORICA
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-142 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10142.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2231/10142.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10142.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARK ZORICA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 10:10:16 AM 2532 6746 153527 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards Jen Verhey Jen Verhey: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
The complaint alleged Daniel P. Evans, a 2020 candidate for Island County Commissioner, position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to identify a party preference on political advertising, specifically political signs.
Based on its findings, and the fact Evans is a first-time candidate, the political signs were purchased by the Campaign with no apparent intent to conceal party preference, and the expenditures for signs were reported timely and accurately on publicly-available PDC reports, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Daniel P. Evans about the importance of identifying the party preference on all political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the complaint/allegation and determined that the Citizens for Ridgefield Schools could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
In it's response, the Citizens for Ridgefield Schools stated...""The larger sum deposited as anonymous appears to be from our January auction and fundraiser that year. A series of of auction item purchases and mostly paddle raises that were paid for with cash that was lumped together, but not deposited as individual donations.""
On September 30, 2019, the PDC received all the amendments with all the deposits correctly attributed showing the Citizen for Ridgefield Schools accepted only $81 in true anonymous funds, which is below the statutory threshold of $300.
Based on the above, the PDC found no evidence to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. However, the PDC staff reminded the Citizens for Ridgefield Schools about the importance of filing accurate C-3 and C-4 reports in the future to reflect the actual/true source of contributions received by the committee.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/54858 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""54858 Citizens for Ridgefield Schools Complaint Return Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3103/54858%20Citizens%20for%20Ridgefield%20Schools%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54858 Citizens for Ridgefield Schools Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3103/54858%20Citizens%20for%20Ridgefield%20Schools%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54858 Citizens for Ridgefield Schools Response 2 (August 2019).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3103/54858%20Citizens%20for%20Ridgefield%20Schools%20Response%202%20%28August%202019%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54858 Citizens for Ridgefield Schools Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3103/54858%20Citizens%20for%20Ridgefield%20Schools%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/07/2019 01:51:10 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2535 3603 73822 07/16/2020 07/15/2020 09/04/2020 Glen Morgan Frank Wallbrown Wallbrown, Frank: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) (EY 20, July 20) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Statewide Candidate F1
On July 22, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Frank Wallbrown, a first-time candidate for Washington State Public Lands Commissioner in 2020, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to file contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Financial Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) report.
PDC staff reviewed the applicable statute(s) and rule(s), and reporting requirements related to the annual Personal Financial information and found that Mr. Wallbrown failed to timely file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs that was due no later than April 15, 2020, including failure to file the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary reports that were due on July 14 and July 28, 2020, respectively.
Staff issued a reminder letter reminding Mr. Wallbrown about the importance of filing the F-1 report and the required contribution and expenditure reports in a timely number in the future, as required by the law.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/73822 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""73822 Wallbrown Frank Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3603/73822%20Wallbrown%20Frank%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73822 Wallbrown Frank Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3603/73822%20Wallbrown%20Frank%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/30/2020 10:52:01 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2536 5068 100883 11/09/2021 11/09/2021 04/08/2022 Glen Morgan Verna Seal Seal, Verna: Alleged violations of RCW 42. 17A.710 by failing to disclose 2016 reimbursed travel and other expenses for seminars and educational programs on F-1 report. (EY '18; Nov '21). RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Employee - LocalThe complaint alleged Verna Seal violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to accurately file financial affairs (F-1) statements, specifically failing to list gifts on the F-1 of reimbursed travel and other expenses for seminars and other education programs attended in the years noted in the complaint.
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Verna Seal will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Verna Seal accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules, as well as the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence that supports the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The signs did include the party preference text, however PDC staff has noted the confusion when Krohn added the word “for” on the signs and encouraged the candidate to remove the word in future campaigns to improve clarity and transparency.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Citizens for Sequim Schools completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the C-4 reports in 2016. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaint. PDC staff is also reminding the Committee about the importance of timely and accurately reporting anonymous contributions.
Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The complaint alleged a lack of required detail on C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
The Committee updated their expenditure detail to include the vendor and quantities of political advertising before they were notified of the complaint, but otherwise was substantially compliant.
Based on our findings, staff determined 20th LD Democratic Committee made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response to the complaint, Oosterman stated the photos and video were taken and posted to her Facebook page with her personal cell phone, not with public-agency owned equipment or facilities.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.335 prohibits a person from sponsoring, with actual malice, a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office that constitutes libel or defamation per se. The violation must be proven by clear and convincing evidence. There was no clear and convincing evidence of defamatory or libelous statements made with actual malice.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and to comply with the requirement to include proper sponsor identification on political advertising, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Robert Joseph ""Rocky"" Samson III will receive a warning letter concerning his failure to comply with PDC requirements.
Should Robert Joseph ""Rocky"" Samson III be a future candidate for elective office, PDC staff expects Samson to timely file the C-1 and other required reports and list the complete sponsor identification on all political advertising in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/52905 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 52905 Robert Samson closed with warning.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3061/PDC%20Case%2052905%20Robert%20Samson%20closed%20with%20warning.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""52905 Samson Robert (Rocky) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3061/52905%20Samson%20Robert%20%28Rocky%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""52905 Samson Robert (Rocky) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3061/52905%20Samson%20Robert%20%28Rocky%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/16/2020 03:21:17 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2546 3523 65087 02/14/2020 03/09/2020 PDC Staff ROBERT MITCHELL ROBERT MITCHELL: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely file monthly Lobbyist Reports (L-2 reports) in calendar year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyPursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Robert Mitchell on February 14, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file Monthly Lobbyist Expense Reports (L-2 Reports) as a lobbyist for the 2019 calendar year. The L-2 reports were due to be filed by the 15th of each month, disclosing lobbying activities in the previous calendar month.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2019.
2. As a registered lobbyist, the Respondent was required to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of each month, disclosing compensation and lobbying expenses in the prior calendar month, such as travel, entertainment, contributions, advertising, and other lobbying expenses.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-2 reports for May and June of 2019 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of the month as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
On July 10, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Christian McLachlan, a 2020 first-time candidate for State Representative in the 6th Legislative District, Position 2, may have violated RCW.24.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Statement Report (F-1) and RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1) report.
PDC staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rules(s), and the reporting requirements related to the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement and Candidate Registration.
Staff found Mr. McLachlan failed to timely file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) report that was due no later than April 1, 2020. Staff also found that Mr. McLachlan failed to file a Candidate Registration report timely.
Staff issued a reminder letter since Mr. McLachlan has no prior PDC violations and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Laura Ewan, an attorney with Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP on behalf of WSDCC; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by WSDCC found the committee could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged failure to accurately report contributor information, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. The minor or ministerial error on required reports did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of this error, the Committee timely amended the report, making the necessary technical correction as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent participated in the hearing telephonically and by written statement.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2019.
2. As a registered lobbyist, the Respondent was required to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of each month, disclosing compensation and lobbying expenses in the prior calendar month, such as travel, entertainment, contributions, advertising, and other lobbying expenses.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-2 report for February 2019 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of the month as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, with $150 suspended, in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The suspended portion of the penalty is upon condition that the Respondent:
1. Commits no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC for a period of four years following the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint David Churchman filed on October 8, 2019. The complaint alleged that Charla Neuman (Respondent), a Candidate for City Council Member for City of Sumner may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement reports (F-1 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Charla Neuman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file their F-1 report. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Charla Neuman timely files all future required Personal Financial Affairs Statements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence; the applicable statutes and rules; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
As the District’s superintendent, the Respondent is subject to .555, which prohibits elected officials and employees of public offices and agencies from directly or indirectly using or authorizing the use of public facilities to assist an election campaign. Activities that are “part of the normal and regular conduct of the office or agency” are exempted from this prohibition.
Following some comments made by School Board Director, Ed Husmann – who was also a candidate for re-election in the 2019 General Election – at an October 28, 2019 board meeting, the Respondent distributed a statement to District parents, students and community members on November 1, 2019 stating that “comments made by a Sultan School District Board Director…do not reflect the Sultan School District’s Mission, Vision, Goals and Guiding Beliefs for and about our students.” The school board member was not mentioned by name in the statement – which was distributed via the District’s Facebook page and website – nor did it contain any references to the upcoming election or any participating candidates.
Ed Husmann (the “Complainant”) stated his belief that the small community of Sultan would know to whom the Respondent referred, despite not being named in the statement, which he believes was politically motivated, “influenced voters,” and assisted the election campaign of his opponent, Heidi Dawson, who filed as a write-in candidate the same day the Respondent’s statement was released to the public.
The Respondent denied attempting to influence the General Election and said his November 1, 2019 statement was made in direct response to “intense negative press coverage and public reaction” following the Complainant’s October 28, 2019 comments. He also stated that communicating with the Sultan community regarding the District’s programs and policies and responding to press coverage were part of his job. The District and the Respondent routinely share information with parents, students and community members by posting messages via the District’s website and Facebook page.
The evidence provided fails to conclusively show how the Respondent’s statement, which did not mention candidates or the upcoming election, assisted an election campaign. Furthermore, absent any evidence to the contrary, the statement made by the Respondent appears to constitute normal & regular conduct for the District and would therefore be exempt from the prohibition on use of facilities set forth in .555.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the recording, which included all information required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Mike Armstrong’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Todd Mielke completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file one or more monthly Lobbyist Reports (L-2 reports), due the 15th day of each month, disclosing lobbying activity in the prior calendar month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/72721 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""72721 Marx Krystal (6) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3582/72721%20Marx%20Krystal%20%286%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 72721 Krystal Marx return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3582/PDC%20Case%2072721%20Krystal%20Marx%20return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 72721 Krystal Marx response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3582/PDC%20Case%2072721%20Krystal%20Marx%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/06/2020 12:01:10 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2564 3108 54867 07/15/2019 07/15/2019 08/08/2019 Sean McGee Patrick Guettner Guettner, Patrick: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely register as a candidate, and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely disclose personal financial affairs (EY 19; July 19) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Sean McGee on July 15, 2019. The complaint alleged that Patrick Guettner (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Pasco City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), and .700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), both due within two weeks of declaring candidacy, or not later than June 3, 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Patrick Guettner about the importance of timely registering as a candidate in an election campaign, and timely disclosing financial affairs for twelve calendar months prior to declaring candidacy. PDC staff expects the timely filing of all future reports as required by statute and rule.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 2, 2019. The complaint alleged that James Dow Constantine, incumbent King County Executive, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by arranging and holding a press conference that included campaigning for four candidates for Burien City Council running in the 2017 election and by authorizing his staff members, Lauren Leigh Craig and Diana Carlson, to assist with the event in their official capacity, including the use of King County equipment and staff time.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the response provided by Gregory Wong, Attorney with Pacifica Law Group on behalf of his client, Mr. Constantine, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the October 30, 2017 press conference was arranged for the purpose of responding to flyers, that were seen by community members as a “threat to public safety” and were circulated to residents of Burien four days earlier. No evidence was found that Dow Constantine used King County equipment, staff or other resources to support the 2017 Burien City Council candidate campaigns of Jimmy Matta, Krystal Marx, Pedro Olguin or Nancy Tosta.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58353 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58353 Constantine Dow Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3277/58353%20Constantine%20Dow%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58353 Constantine Dow Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3277/58353%20Constantine%20Dow%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58353 Constantine James Dow Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3277/58353%20Constantine%20James%20Dow%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/15/2019 03:23:53 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2568 3224 57311 09/09/2019 09/09/2019 11/01/2019 Glen Morgan Brandi Peetz Peetz, Brandi: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately file reports of expenditures, debts and contributions; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify sponsor on political advertising (EY 19, Sept 19) WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on September 9, 2019. The complaint alleged that Brandi Peetz (Respondent), a City Council Member candidate for City of Spokane Valley may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Brandi Peetz; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports and not disclosing sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Brandi Peetz about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the description and details such as number of items; as well as the disclosure of sponsor identification on political advertising and the timely filings of all future PDC reports and future disclosure of sponsor identification in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Josh Kurcinka will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Kurcinka will, in the future, follow all applicable requirements related to sponsor identification on political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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Alvarez stated the pins do not identify him as a city council member and added “Anyone who wants one can get one if they ask, and that is probably how the person who gave me one got theirs.”
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/72446 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""72446 Alvarez Michael Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3579/72446%20Alvarez%20Michael%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""72446 Alvarez Michael Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3579/72446%20Alvarez%20Michael%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 72446 Michael Alvarez return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3579/PDC%20Case%2072446%20Michael%20Alvarez%20return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/20/2020 10:41:08 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2573 3210 56694 08/12/2019 08/12/2019 10/28/2019 Glen Morgan Pacific Northwest Ballet Pacific Northwest Ballet: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.207, .235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately register and report as an incidental committee (EY 19; Aug 19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.030/42.17A.207 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - IncidentalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 12, 2019. The complaint alleged that Pacific Northwest Ballet Association (PNB), a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization registered with the Washington State Secretary of State’s Office, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.207 for failure to submit a C-1IC as an Incidental Committee; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file Incidental Committee Payments and Political Expenditures reports (C-8 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by David Thorpe, Chief Financial Officer for PNB; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that PNB was initially unaware of their registration and filing obligations as an incidental committee. The Respondent has not previously been the subject of enforcement action and postmarked the C-1IC and C-8 reports promptly upon PDC staff’s request.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and file reports as an incidental committee disclosing activity for calendar year 2019 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded PNB about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities as an incidental committee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Cydney Moore; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Ms. Moore was a first-time candidate for public office and was the subject of a previous complaint filed during the 2019 campaign cycle. She was elected to the Burien City Council in the November 5, 2019 general election.
The response from Ms. Moore and staff’s general review of the Elect Cydney campaign website, Facebook page and political advertisement, show that the campaign used volunteer services and free online options as well as paid or professional services. Ms. Moore’s response and subsequent amendments show that the expenditure for costs related to a mailer were disclosed late.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a C-4 report disclosing one expenditure for political advertisement ten days after the general election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Cydney Moore about the importance of the timely disclosure of all expenditure activities prior to an election in which her name appears on the ballot in order to ensure transparency for the public, and the timely filing of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirement and found that prior to receiving the $25,000 contribution from IAFF PAC, the Committee had received $101,295 in total contributions received and made $85,365 in total expenditures as of October 26, 2017. The Committee's 2017 expenditures totaled $87,370, so according to staff's calculations, none of the IAFF PAC's $25,000 contribution was used to support or oppose candidates for the 2017 general election. In addition, the January 2018 C-4 report filed by the Committee disclosed $49,627 in surplus 2017 Committee funds were carried forward into calendar year 2018, which further confirmed that those had not been spent in 2017.
Based on this finding staff determined that, in this instance, accepting a contribution exceeding $5,000 from a single source within twenty-one days of a general election, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, staff reminded the Committee about the importance of the statutory restriction on accepting contributions exceeding $5,000 from a single source within twenty-one days of a general election, including all other applicable statutes and rules.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Wendi Warner; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately select the candidate’s election year, and to timely file the F-1 report, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Wendi Warner about the importance of timely and accurately registering as a candidate, and disclosing personal financial affairs. PDC staff expects timely, complete, and accurate filings of all future required reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the response provided by Unite Here Local 8 PAC, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirements and found that the Committee failed to timely file 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4. This report was required to be filed on July 16, 2019. On September 2019, the Committee filed the June C-4 report and the July C-4 report on October 2, 2019.
Based on this finding staff decided to resolve this matter by having the Committee sign a Statement of Understanding and paying a penalty. On December 10, 2019, the PDC received an executed Statement of Understanding (SOU) signed by the Committee, along with a $150 civil penalty payment. By signing the SOU, the Committee acknowledged violating RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report.
Based on this information , staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, reporting requirements and response from the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, East Valley 4 Education Levy Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to file accurate and timely reports of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file an F-1 report certifying financial activity for 2018 and failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Respondent timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections.
PDC staff reminded Lisa Thomas about the importance of timely filing an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring candidacy, and timely and accurately reporting contributions & expenditures, including in-kind contributions and in-kind loans.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Cydney Moore; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Cydney Moore was a first-time candidate in 2019. It appears that her failure to disclose adequate descriptions for campaign expenditures on C-4 reports and her failure to disclose a reportable directorship position on her candidate F-1, was due to inexperience and general misunderstanding. Ms. Moore responded promptly to the complaint and has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the 21-day pre-primary C-4 report and failure to include a reportable position in an association on the candidate F-1 report, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ms. Moore about the importance of the timely disclosure of all expenditure activities, specifically including any required detail and vendor breakdown as prescribed in WAC, and the timely and accurate disclosure of all reportable financial information on F-1 reports in any future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by the Respondent; to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide access to documents and books of account for commercial advertising within 24 hours of request does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Choozle, Inc. will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely facilitate public inspection of documents and books of account for political advertising and electioneering communications targeting elections in Washington State. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Choozle, Inc. facilitates timely and complete access to books of account in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Robert Joseph ""Rocky"" Samson III to list the complete sponsor identification on all political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules should he be a future candidate for elective office.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/54177 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""54177 Samson Robert Complaint .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3081/54177%20Samson%20Robert%20Complaint%20.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 54177 Robert Samson closed with reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3081/PDC%20Case%2054177%20Robert%20Samson%20closed%20with%20reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54177 Samson Robert Complaint Attachment.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3081/54177%20Samson%20Robert%20Complaint%20Attachment.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54177 Samson Robert Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3081/54177%20Samson%20Robert%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/06/2025 05:01:46 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2589 3412 60964 12/06/2019 12/06/2019 12/23/2019 Glen Morgan City of Seattle Officials City of Seattle Officials: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to oppose a ballot proposition (EY 19; Dec 19) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on December 6, 2019. The complaint alleged that City of Seattle Officials (Respondent), public employees, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to oppose Initiative 976.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the misuse of facilities by a volunteer DJ does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding City of Ocean Shores Officials about the importance of monitoring and informing staff and volunteers of the policies regarding restrictions on use of facilities to support or oppose candidates or ballot measures, including school levies and bonds; the review and enforcement of these policies is as important as the initial handbook and guideline notifications.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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HARRY SLADICH
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Kathryn Campbell on August 6, 2019, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on August 20, 2019, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Vice-Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent participated in the hearing in-person.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
ORDER
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, with $150 of the penalty suspended, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, upon condition that the Respondent:
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A complaint was filed alleging that the Democratic Association of Secretary of States (DASS), a political committee registered with the PDC, may have violated RCW 42.17A. by: (1) failing to timely register as a political committee; (2) failing to timely and accurately file reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities; (3) failing to timely file Independent Expenditure/Electioneering Communications Reports (C-6 reports); and (4) accepting earmarked contributions and contributions from Foreign Nationals.
DASS is a national 527 political organization registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), “whose purpose is to support the election of Democratic secretaries of state across the country. The organization was formed in 2008 under IRS laws, and regularly files disclosure reports with the IRS and with state filing agencies -- as dictated by its activities.”
Stephen J. Kaufman, with the Kaufman Legal Group, a California law firm and legal counsel for DASS, stated that when DASS initially filed its 21-Day Pre-General C-4 report, the report only disclosed DASS’s activities in support of Washington State candidates. He stated that “in the good faith belief that this is what the law required. DASS’ total expenditures to support Secretary of State candidate Gael Tarleton in the amount of $204,150 represent only 16.1% of DASS’ over-all expenditures to date.”
Mr. Kaufman stated the majority of DASS’ funding is from individuals making small contributions, and that for January 1 through August 31, 2020 (September 1, 2020 is the date the Registration was filed) DASS “received 16,692 contributions totaling $629,161.79 (the average contribution being $38) from individuals across the country, representing 58% of the money raised by DASS this year. Of those, 1,321 contributions totaling $28,592.57 were from Washington residents.”
On October 27, 2020, DASS filed an amended 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report and the 7-Day Pre-General Election disclosing DASS contribution and expenditure activities undertaken from all over the United States, rather than just expenditures in support of Gael Tarleton that were disclosed on the earlier version of the report.
As noted by Mr. Kaufman, the expenditures made in support of Gael Tarleton only represented 16.1 percent of all expenditures made during the 2020 election cycle, and the remaining DASS expenditures included: (1) $317,400 for radio ads in support of the Democratic candidate for Missouri Secretary of State; (2) $120,000 in monetary contributions were made to Shamia Fagan, a candidate for Oregon Secretary of State; (3) $93,750 were made for digital ads in support of the Democratic candidate for Montana Secretary of State; and (4) $80,750 were made for digital ads in support of the Democratic candidate for West Virginia Secretary of State.
On October 25, 2020, DASS filed a C-6 report disclosing an $83,650 expenditure made to SKDNICKERBOCKER on October 8, 2020 for digital ads presented to the public on October 14, 2020, in support of Gael Tarleton. DASS was required to file the C-6 report within 24 hours of the advertisements being presented to the public or no later than October 15, 2020, and the C-6 report was filed 10 days late.
On October 26, 2020, DASS filed a C-6 disclosing a total of $118,500 for three expenditures in support of Gael Tarleton, that included: (1) a $74,000 expenditure made to SKDNICKERBOCKER on October 19, 2020 for digital ads presented to the public on October 20, 2020; and (2) two expenditures totaling $44,500 made to Sadler Strategic Media, Inc. for radio ads presented to the public on October 22, 2020. DASS was required to file the C-6 report within 24 hours of the advertisements being presented to the public or no later than October 21 and October 23, 2020 respectively, and the C-6 reports were filed between three to five days late.
Concerning the remaining allegations, Mr. Kaufman stated that once again as soon as PDC staff notified DASS about the complaint, they filed amended C-4 reports providing the required expenditure details for the independent expenditures made including payments to committee sub-vendors prior to the general election. He stated DASS has internal controls and procedures in place “to ensure that no foreign money” is received and added that when DASS processes contributions it requires contributors “to certify that they are U.S. citizens.”
Mr. Kaufman stated DASS solicits and accepts contributions from all over the United States and supports candidates all around the country, but added that the contributions solicited and received by DASS “are not earmarked for particular uses, and the organization does not solicit funds to support particular candidates.”
An Initial Hearing (Case Review Status) was held on January 6, 2021, and PDC staff opened a formal investigation against DASS. Staff's review and investigation found the following.
On January 11, 2021, PDC staff processed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by DASS acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A.260 for failing to timely file C-6 reports during the 2020 election cycle, and paying a $300 civil penalty in accordance with the Penalty Schedule adopted by the Commission for Brief Enforcement Hearings set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged personal use of campaign contributions and failing to completely and accurately report expenditure details does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. Staff is reminding Sat pal Sidhu about the importance of completely and accurately reporting expenditure details.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC report filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff is reminding Valerie O’Halloran about the importance of including all required detail for expenditures on all PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules. PDC staff expects in the future that Valerie O’Halloran will report timely and with all required detail for expenditures on all PDC reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, in this instance, and due to Committee’s reporting the carry-forward balance in all 2018 reports, the alleged failure to accurately report the 2018 election year cash-on-hand balance on the initial 2019 election year C-4 reports does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Spokane Firefighters Union PAC made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Spokane Firefighters Union PAC timely amended its reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 15, 2020. The complaint alleged that Auburn Citizens for Schools (ACS), a political committee registered with the PDC in 2016 to support a bond and in 2020 to support a levy, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing expenditures for election years 2016 & 2020; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report carry forward cash for election years 2016 & 2020.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by committee president, Cari Manry, and committee treasurer, Margaret Keller, for ACS (“the Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late and incomplete reporting was due to a general lack of knowledge with PDC laws, rules and reporting software, and not done to conceal the campaign activities of ACS. The committee has not been the subject of enforcement matters before the Commission and cooperated with staff to make the corrections referenced above.
As noted in the complaint, staff believes that the way ACS registered each election was partly to blame for the allegations related to the carry forward balances.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports disclosing the campaign activities of ACS during election years 2016 & 2020, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding ACS about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the carry forward balances and expenditure details when required, on all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 26, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report covering the period July 13 through 26, 2021, disclosing $3,095 in monetary contributions had been received during the period, and $9.95 in expenditures had been made for non-itemized expenses of $50 or less.
On July 26, 27, and 28, 2021, the Campaign inadvertently filed the Post-Primary Election C-4 report and two amended Post-Primary C-4 reports covering the period July 27 through August 30, 2021. The Post-Primary Election C-4 report was not due to have been filed until September 10, 2021 and was inadvertently filed early by mistake by the Campaign instead of filing an amended 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report.
On September 7, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing new expenditure information totaling $4,242.74, that included: (1) a $2,102.25 expenditure made to the Bainbridge Island Review on July 16, 2021, for a newspaper advertisement that ran on July 30, 2021; and (2) a $1,000 expenditure made to the Bainbridge Island Review on July 16, 2021, for banner newspaper advertisements that ran during the period July 18 through 24, 2021.
On September 7, 2021, the Campaign timely filed an amended Post-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing two in-kind contributions that included a $90 in-kind contribution from the candidate for “used coreplast signs” that he had saved from his 2015 campaign for Bainbridge City Council, and addressed one of the complaint allegations.
Mr. Peltier stated his 2021 Campaign is using yard signs that “were purchased during my last campaign for city council, which was in 2015, and were saved and now being re-used in the current election.” He stated there was no money spent for those yard signs this year and added there were about 20 total signs leftover from 2015.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this instance. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to the 2021 Ronald Peltier Campaign concerning the lack of timely and accurate filing of reports of contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Campaign, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
The 2021 Ronald Peltier Campaign will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Rosamaria Graziani may have violated RCW 42.17A.335 for political advertising that contains false statements constituting libel or defamation.
RCW 42.17A.335 prohibits a person from sponsoring, with actual malice, a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office that constitutes libel or defamation per se. The violation must be proven by clear and convincing evidence. There was no clear and convincing evidence of defamatory or libelous statements made with actual malice.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of political advertising that contains false statements about a candidate constituting libel or defamation, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Joseph Jensen, a 2021 candidate for Lake Stevens City Council, Position 7, violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4), specifically failing to disclose an in-kind contribution or expenditure for ""Social Purpose Corporation"" registration filed with SOS under ""People for Joseph.”
On October 13, 2021, Jensen updated the C-4 report originally filed June 7, 2021, adding a May 11, 2021 in-kind contribution from Joseph H. Jensen. The $200 expenditure is described as “WA Secretary of State Incorporation Filing fee.”
Based on these findings, the fact Jensen is a first-time candidate and took prompt action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Joseph Jensen about the importance of timely and accurately filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/99528 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""99528 Joseph Jensen complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4990/99528%20Joseph%20Jensen%20complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""99528 Jensen Joseph Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 99528 Joseph Jensen closed with reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4990/PDC%20Case%2099528%20Joseph%20Jensen%20closed%20with%20reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 99528 Joseph Jensen response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4990/PDC%20Case%2099528%20Joseph%20Jensen%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/14/2022 09:40:42 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2602 3085 54633 07/03/2019 07/02/2019 08/23/2019 Omaha Sternberg Lucy Krakowiak Krakowiak, Lucy: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report). RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Omaha Sternberg on July 2, 2019. The complaint alleged that Lucy Krakowiak (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Burien City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), certifying financial activities in calendar year 2018, no later than April 15, 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lucy Krakowiak about the importance of timely registering as a candidate. PDC staff expects the timely, complete, and accurate of all future required reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirement and found that City of Camas officials did not violate the law when they retained a consultant, WSP USA Inc., to assist the City of Camas by soliciting public input concerning the Plan, and informing the public about the ballot proposition that would finance the Plan.
Based on this finding, staff determined that the City of Camas officials did not violate the law by retaining a private consultant to assist in soliciting public input concerning the Plan for the Community Aquatics Center.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
During calendar year 2019, the Respondent substantially complied with C-3 reporting requirements but failed to timely file nine C-4 reports that were received between 2-107 days late, five of which were due immediately preceding or following the Primary and General Elections. The Respondent also amended seven C-4 reports and two C-3 reports. The late filed reports disclosed that the Respondent contributed a total of $1,600 to seven 2019 local candidates and made two $1,000 monetary contributions to the 2020 campaigns of Jay Inslee and Bob Ferguson respectively.
The Respondent indicated the late reports were the result of the early 2019 resignation of its office manager and a lack of “trained staff to handle reporting.” The Respondent’s new office manager filed the required C-4 reports with the PDC, bringing it into compliance five days before the General Election and four days before being notified that a complaint had been filed with the PDC.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely & accurately disclose expenditures & contributions does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning concerning its failure to timely & accurately disclose expenditures & contributions. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely & accurately file all required reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Will Finn about the importance of the timely filing of all required reports for future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Help Educate Lakewood Pupils will receive a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to file accurate and timely reports of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined in this instance, exceeding the contribution limits for a 2020 legislative candidate allowed in RCW 42.17A.405(4)(b) does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Snohomish County Republican Central Committee about the importance of compliance with RCW 42.17A.405 and PDC staff expects the Snohomish County Republican Central Committee will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not contribute in excess of contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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SABRENA SMITH
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/23/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged Ron Muzzall violated RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting contributions from a county central committee that, when combined with another county central committee and legislative district committee, exceeded the contribution limits for a 2020 legislative candidate allowed in RCW 42.17A.405(4)(b).
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign accepting contributions from a county central committee that, when combined with other county central committees and a legislative district committee, exceeded the contribution limits for a 2020 legislative candidate allowed in RCW 42.17A.405(4)(b), does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Ron Muzzall will receive a formal written warning concerning the acceptance of an over-limit contribution as noted in this letter. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Campaign will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
On February 3, 2020, Representative Rodne completed a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.430 by making an unauthorized non-office related expenditure of surplus funds to pay the initial filing fee for Pac Rim Bridges LLC. He paid a $150 civil penalty that was assessed against him in this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), resolving the personal use of surplus funds violation.
Based on our findings and the facts that Representative Rodne is no longer in office, has no prior PDC violations, and that the campaign-related expenditures only required to him to transfer surplus funds back into the respective campaign accounts to have been permitted, staff has determined that, in this instance, the remaining expenditures of surplus funds listed above do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jay Rodne will receive a formal written warning concerning the permitted uses of surplus funds in the future, should he decide to again seek public office. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Jay Rodne will disclose and pay for all campaign-related expenses through campaign committees in the future and will not make any prohibited personal use expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Bradley Mertens filed on October 29, 2019. The complaint alleged that Patrick Burch, a 2019 candidate for Fire Commissioner for Spokane Fire Protection District 01, may have violated RCW 42.17A.430 for unauthorized contributions from active candidate funds to support other candidate campaigns; RCW 42.17A.255 for failure to disclose independent expenditures in support of other candidate campaigns; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose proper sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely receive reimbursement for a joint expenditure within two business days, and failure to disclose sponsor identification on a candidate campaign Facebook page, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Patrick Burch about the importance of timely receiving reimbursement for joint expenditures and completely and accurately disclosing sponsor identification on political advertising. PDC staff expects Patrick Burch to timely, completely, and accurately comply with PDC laws and rules in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On January 5, 2022, Salvatore Militello filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) registering as a candidate seeking election to the office of Thurston County Auditor in 2022, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Carlo Mata as Treasurer. Mr. Militello is a first-time candidate for public office in 2022.
On April 16, 2022, the Campaign filed four monthly C-4 reports covering the period of January 1 through April 30, 2022, and one C-3 report. The C-3 and C-4 reports disclosed that $1,000 in the candidate’s personal funds was deposited into the Campaign account on April 23, 2022, and that no expenditures or orders placed had been made.
On August 18, 2022, the Campaign filed three C-3 reports, and one amended C-3 report that disclosed the following: (1) three monetary contributions were received and deposited on June 27, 2022, totaling $2,500 that included two contributions, a $1,000 and a $500 contribution from the Thurston County Republican Central Committee, and a $1,000 contribution from C Duncan Lynn (Retired); (2) a $1,000 candidate loan was made to the Campaign from Mr. Militello on May 27, 2022, with the funds deposited on June 27, 2022; and (3) a $500 candidate loan was made to the Campaign from Mr. Militello and deposited into the Campaign account on August 8, 2022 (also disclosed on the amended C-3 report).
On August 18, 2022, the Campaign filed two C-4 reports, and one amended C-4 report disclosing contribution and expenditure activities covering the period of May 1 through August 31, 2022. The expenditures disclosed on the C-4 reports included: (1) a $1,319.04 expenditure made on May 21, 2022, for the candidate filing fee; and (2) a $120.12 expenditure made to Pacific Printer to print “Campaign merchandise/paraphernalia: Contribution Envelopes.”
On August 28-29, 2022, the Campaign filed three C-4 reports, and two amended C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities for the months of January and May of 2022. In addition, on September 2, 2022, the Campaign filed an amended C-4 report for May of 2022 disclosing a $116.13 expenditure the Campaign made to GoDaddy on May 20, 2022, for the website and domain name, that had incorrectly listed the expenditure date as May 20, 2021.
Mr. Militello’s Campaign filed the missing C-3 and C-4 reports after the 2022 primary election was held. However, those late filings are mitigated by the following factors: (1) Mr. Militello was a first-time candidate for public office in 2022; (2) there were only two candidates in the Auditor race, Mr. Militello and Mary Hall, so if it had been a non-partisan office, his name would not have appeared on the primary ballot; and (3) the Campaign to date has not had significant contribution and expenditure activities, having received $4,500 in total contributions and spent slightly more than $1,500 in total expenditures.
Based on these findings, PDC staff determined that these facts do not amount to a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the PDC issued a formal written warning to Salvatore Militello concerning the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken in support of his candidacy.
The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Mr. Militello will timely file the required C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2022 election cycle, and for any future candidacies. Mr. Militello will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 5, 2021, the Campaign timely filed a C-3 report listing $1,100 in total contributions had been received and deposited on July 1, 2021. The C-3 report disclosed a $500 monetary contribution was received from an individual, and a $600 in anonymous monetary contributions had been received on June 29, 2021.
On July 28, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended C-3 report disclosing amended information re-classifying the $600 in anonymous contributions to two contributors that included a $360 monetary contribution, and a $240 monetary contribution.
On July 12, 2021, the Campaign timely filed a C-3 report listing $1,300 in total contributions had been received on July 10, 2021 and deposited on July 12, 2021. The C-3 report disclosed the receipt of six itemized contributions of more than $25 totaling $900, and $400 in anonymous monetary contributions.
On July 28, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended C-3 report disclosing amended information re-classifying the $400 in anonymous contributions to three contributors that included a $200 monetary contribution, and two $100 monetary contributions.
On July 28, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended C-4 report covering the period May 20 through 31, 2021, disclosing that a $216 in-kind contribution had been received from Ms. Twitty on May 20, 2021 for the candidate filing fee.
On August 8, 2021, the Campaign filed three amended C-4 reports covering the period May 20 through July 26, 2021, disclosing the required expenditure details for: (1) several expenditures made to Charles Thrower reimbursing him for campaign-related expenses he made for political advertisements using personal funds; and (2) several expenditures made to Xpress Signs for yard signs.
The Campaign indicated that once Ms. Twitty had “collected the contributor information we were able to update that information away from anonymous contributions” and file the amended C-3 reports with the correct contributor information. Ms. Twitty was a first-time candidate and upon notification of the reporting discrepancies, her Campaign timely filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports as requested by staff to bring her Campaign back into compliance.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the initial disclosure of anonymous contributions, and the failure to accurately disclose one expenditure and include the proper description for other expenditures, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation or any enforcement.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jeannette Twitty will receive a formal written warning concerning the incorrect classification of monetary contributions as anonymous contributions, and the failure to timely disclose a Campaign expenditure, and expenditure details as required for political advertising. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Jeannette Twitty will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A complaint was filed against Donald McDermott, a 2022 candidate seeking election to the office of Skagit County Sheriff, alleging a violation of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file reports contributions and expenditures.
On March 20, 2022, Donald McDermott filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for re-election to the office of Skagit County Sheriff, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Jamie Bredstrand as Campaign Treasurer. Sheriff McDermott was elected Sheriff in 2018 and re-elected to that office in 2022.
For the 2022 election cycle, the Post General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than December 12, 2022, covering the period November 1-30, 2022.
The 2022 Donald McDermott Campaign (Campaign) filed the Post General Election C-4 report on April 13, 2024, covering the period of November 1, 2022, through May 31, 2023. The Post General Election C-4 report disclosed no contributions had been received and one expenditure totaling $1,877.20 was made on May 30, 2023, using ""surplus funds"" for a charitable contribution made to the Skagit County First Responders Foundation.
The Campaign timely filed the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports on the required due date for both reports. Mr. McDermott apologized for the late filed C-4 report and stated he thought his Campaign had filed all the necessary reports.
When the Campaign was in the process of filing the missing 2022 Post General Election C-4 report in April of 2024, which covered November 1, 2022, thru May 31, 2023, and a June 2023 C-4 report, it was discovered there were several discrepancies to the cash on hand balance, which was incorrectly listed as $1,868.
The Campaign indicated that it had closed the bank account in 2023, and it had a $0 cash on hand balance. The Campaign then reconciled the campaign contribution and expenditure activities, which verified there were two separate duplicate entries of $1,497 in contributions for the candidate filing fee, which accounted for most of the $1,868 cash on hand balance. However, there still was a discrepancy of $370.44 that the Campaign could not reconcile, which represented 1.7% of total contributions and expenditures.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff has issued a formal written warning to Donald McDermott concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should he declare his candidacy again. In addition, the warning includes the requirement to reconcile the Campaign bank statements with the books of accounts to verify that all contribution and expenditure activities have been properly disclosed.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• Snohomish Ebony PAC is a continuing committee under full reporting that was active in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
• The Respondent failed to timely file numerous C-4 reports during 2022 and 2023.
• Additionally, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure details on independent expenditures (IEs) in 2023.
• The allegations regarding late reporting in 2023 were addressed as part of the resolution of PDC case 144427.
• The Respondent failed to accurately report their carry over balance between 2023 and 2024, with a $250 discrepancy.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2022, 2023, and 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
PDC staff advises you to make any amendments necessary to bring your reporting into full compliance, including adding expenditure detail regarding IEs and correcting the carry-forward discrepancy.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
This Order will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Commission assesses a civil penalty of $500 for the late filed C-1 Report and $1000 for the late filed F-1 Report for a total civil fine of $1,500.
a. Payment of the civil fine shall be made in full within 30 days of the issuance of this order. If payment is not made within 30 days of the issuance of this order, the amount owing may be sent to collection without further action of the Commission.
b. The Respondent shall remain in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and not be found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order.
PDC staff is in receipt of the Statement of Understanding (SOU) signed on April 17, 2022, along with a $150 civil penalty payment. The SOU was completed in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Hearing Schedule) to resolve the PDC staff generated complaint.
The SOU Michael Cero signed as an officer of MISS acknowledged one violation of RCW 42.17A.405(2) (as adjusted by WAC 390-05-400), for making contributions to the 2019 Lisa Anderl for Mercer Island City Council Campaign that exceeded the $1,000 general election limit by $1,203.65.
The signed an SOU acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.405(2) for making over limit contributions and paid $150 civil penalty, PDC Case number 104359 is resolved.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found the Committee originally filed a C-6 report on July 16, 2019, wherein it did not fully describe/include the identity of the sub-vendor digital platforms for the digital ads as required by RCW 42.17A.305(1)(c). However, on the same day, the Committee also filed a C-4 report and amended the same report to include sub-vendor information related to the digital ads at issue in this matter.
On September 10, 2019 and October 10, 2019, the Committee amended its C-4 and C-6 reports, respectively, to facilitate additional transparency.
Based on these findings staff determined that, in this instance, the failure to fully describe and/or include sub-vendor platforms for the digital ads in the original C-6, did not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Staff reminded the Committee about the importance of fully and accurately describing expenditures regarding digital ads in the future, specifically to include the names of the sub-vendor digital information.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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CLARICE KUEHNE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/06/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 27, 2022. The complaint alleged that Nicholas Holce, a candidate for Walla Walla County Part Time District Court Judge, in the 2022 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification when sending out a political ad as well as on the campaign’s official website.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Mr. Holce admitted the omission of the sponsor identification, on both the mailed advertisement and the website, was an oversight on his part. The omission was unintentional and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor from the public. Mr. Holce has fully cooperated with PDC staff during its review and took responsibility for the deficiencies.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on the postcard advertisement, paid for by the candidate, and failure to place the sponsor identification on the campaign website does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Holce will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Holce review all written political advertisements done in the future and will maintain his campaign website to ensure these include applicable sponsor identification. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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While staff’s review found that Laurel Khan failed to file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) report within 14 days of becoming a candidate, and file an accurate report, she was a first-time candidate who was not familiar with the F-1 and C-3 reporting requirements for a political office.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Ms. Khan for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.700 and .240 (2). In the Warning letter, Ms. Khan was informed the Commission would consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, South Kitsap School Supporters will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures, specifically debt outstanding within the reporting parameters. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that South Kitsap School Supporters timely reports all debts outstanding as required by RCW 42.17A.240(9)(a). The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Peg Leland filed on November 16, 2019. The complaint alleged that Awna Underwood (Respondent), a write-in candidate for Mayor for the City of Camas may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210, .215 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration, disclosing treasurer and depository information for the campaign; and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Awna Underwood will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a Candidate Registration and Personal Financial Affairs Statement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Awna Underwood timely files all future required reports of registration and financial disclosure. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and the Order granting modification to the Respondent’s F-1 filing requirements, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose payments to entities reportable on an F-1 report, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Michael Scott about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of payments from government and business customers to an entity in which an office, directorship, general partnership, or an ownership interest of ten percent or more is held. PDC staff expects timely requests for modification of reporting requirements, and full disclosure in accordance with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Seth Fleetwood about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirements, including the response submitted by the Committee.
Staff found that the Committee failed to timely register and report contributions and expenditures report in a timely manner, as required by law.
Based on these findings, the staff formally warned the Committee for failure to register and file statutory contributions and expenditure reports timely.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210 and .215 by failing to file the Candidate Registration report by June 3, 2019.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $500, in accordance with the C-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $500 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. Commit no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC, for a period of 5 years from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $500 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff will refer the matter for collections.
This case alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and $100 civil penalty.
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AMANDA LAWRENCE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/22/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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On July 22, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Victoria Mena violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint/allegation and determined that Ms. Mena's campaign could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on this review, staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that, pursuant to WAC 390-37-061(3), to defer this complaint to the jurisdiction of the SEEC because the alleged violation was resolved under an analogous local ordinance. The PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be pursing further investigation or enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statute, rules, and PDC Interpretation 04-02 “Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns,” and the December 9, 2019, response from Brian Snure, Attorney for the Renton Regional Fire Authority Officials.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, there is no evidence that supports finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, the PDC staff is reminding the Renton Regional Fire Authority Officials about the prohibitions of using commissioners and facilities to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition, and encouraged the RRFA to not feature any elected officials in RRFA business related communications or publications concerning relevant RRFA issues when that official is up for election or re-election.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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On April 1, 2020, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071 concerning the WSFE.
In the response, WFSE stated that the Freedom Foundation has provided no evidence indicating that the $200,000 in question was deposited into WFSE’s Separate Segregated Fund (SSF). WSFE's legal counsel confirmed the $200,000 from American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Special Account (AFSCME), was deposited into WFSE’s member dues account, which is the primary account used by WFSE to pay for all of its representational and operational expenses.
Based on the information, PDC staff found no evidence requiring further inquiry into whether WFSE's SSF was acting as a political committee. In addition, there is no evidence that the $200,000 in AFSCME funds received by WFSE was deposited into the SSF, such that further inquiry is necessary as to whether the SSF was a political committee as a receiver of contributions.
PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A complaint was filed against the Teamsters Local 589, a local labor organization in Port Angeles Washington, alleging that the Teamsters Local 589 may have violated RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to timely file Independent Expenditures reports (C-6 reports) disclosing expenditures made for legal services related to City of Sequim Propositions 1 and 2.
On September 23, 2019, Teamsters Local 589 filed a C-6 report disclosing $35,608.70 in total expenditures made to the law firm of Reid, McCarthy, Ballew & Leahy, LLP covering the period July 1 through December 31, 2014, for legal services incurred in opposition to the City of Sequim Propositions 1 and 2 for July through December of 2014.
Teamsters Local 589 indicated that it was not aware of a requirement to file a C-6 report with the PDC regarding “its litigation expenses” until the complaint had been filed, and noted a unions hiring of attorneys to defend its members concerning the collective bargaining agreement, or a contractual or statutory provision is typically not reportable to the PDC.
On November 14, 2019, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) that was signed by Mark Fuller, on behalf of Teamsters Local 589. The SOU was accompanied by a $450 payment for the civil penalty that was assessed in this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule).
The $450 civil penalty paid resolves the allegations listed in the complaint against the Teamsters Local 589 for failing to timely file C-6 reports. By completing the SOU, the Teamsters Local 589 acknowledged three violations of RCW 42.17A.255 for failing to timely file C-6 reports disclosing legal services incurred in October, November and December of 2014, that were paid in November and December of 2014, and January of 2015 in opposition to the City of Sequim Propositions 1 and 2.
Based on the resolution of this matter through a SOU, PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC findings, and the fact Lundsten is a first-time candidate, staff has determined in this instance the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 2, 2020, Our Region PAC filed a Registration with the PDC disclosing that it was a Continuing Political Committee selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Jon Petit as President and as a Ministerial Treasurer. On July 13, 2020, Our Region PAC (ORP) filed two C-3 reports disclosing a $10,000 contribution had been received from Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC - Region PAC on July 10, 2020, and that a $100 monetary loan had been received from Jon Petit.
On July 15, 2020, ORP timely filed a C-6 report checking box #2 for an independent expenditure advertisement made within 21 days of an election, disclosing a $5,120.60 expenditure for a mailing presented to the public on July 15, 2020, in support of Bud Blake a candidate for Thurston County Commission. On August 6, 2020, ORP filed a C-6 report checking box #2 for an independent expenditure advertisement made within 21 days of an election, disclosing a $3,762.56 expenditure for a mailing presented to the public on August 6, in support of Bud Blake a candidate for Thurston County Commission.
Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC - Region PAC (REGION) is a Continuing Political Committee that was formed in February of 2019, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing David K. Toyer as Committee Manager and Treasurer. You alleged that ORP failed to include two 2019 REGION contributors, Northpoint Development and Art by Nature, Inc. in the sponsor identification for the 2020 independent expenditures.
The complete sponsor identification in the ORP independent expenditure advertisements stated: “No candidate authorized this ad, it is paid for by Our Region PAC….Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (REGION PAC) top 5 donors are Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (REGION PAC), top 3 individuals donors to PAC contributors are Universal Land Construction co, Gibson Traffic Consultants, and The Gordon Company, Inc.”
On October 22, 2020, ORP amended its Committee Registration to state: “Our Region PAC, Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (ORPAC).”
Staff’s review found that at the time of the 2020 independent expenditure advertisements were prepared by ORP, REGION’s top three contributors for calendar year 2020 included a $2,500 monetary contribution from Gibson Traffic Consultants (June 2, 2020); a $2,500 monetary contribution from Universal Land Construction Company, Inc (June 10, 2020); and a $2,000 monetary contribution from The Gordon Company, Inc. (June 24, 2020). The review confirmed the allegation that ORP failed to include two 2019 REGION contributors, Northpoint Development, for a $7,500 monetary contribution received by REGION on October 15, 2019; and Art by Nature, Inc., for a $5,000 monetary contribution received by REGION on November 14, 2019, in the sponsor identification.
While the independent expenditure advertisements printed and distributed by ORP did include Top five and Top three contributor information, ORP’s review only included 2020 contributors and failed to include a look back into REGION’s 2019 contributors to cover the required 12-month period referenced in the statute and rule. However, staff did find there were several mitigating factors concerning the allegations listed in the two complaints you filed that included ORP being a first-time political committee with an inexperienced Treasurer, and that the ORP independent expenditure advertisements correctly identified the sponsor in the advertisements by stating in part of the sponsor identification ""Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC (REGON).”
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence that would constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. However, staff is reminding Our Region PAC and Mr. Pettit to be aware of the sponsorship requirements in the naming of a political committee, as well as the sponsor identification requirements for independent expenditure advertising to include the Top five and Top three contributors for the previous 12 months, for any political committees he is involved with in the future.
The PDC has dismissed these two complaints, PDC Cases 74713 and 77585, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required content of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a committee under full reporting that participated in the 2024 general election.
• On November 7, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging late-filed 21-day and 7-day pre-general reports.
• The Respondent filed a single C-4 report covering October 1, 2024, through October 31, 2024, on November 4, 2024, reporting information that should have been disclosed on the 21-day and 7-day pre-general C-4s that were due, respectively, 20 day and 6 days earlier.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
A complaint was filed against Keren Vazquez, a 2023 candidate seeking election to the office of City Councilmember for the City of Sunnyside, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023.
Keren Vazquez filed a Candidate Registration declaring her 2023 candidacy for City Councilmember for the City of Sunnyside, initially selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing Ms. Vazquez was serving as her own Treasurer, with Phebe Leon as Campaign Manager. Ms. Vazquez was a first-time candidate seeking public office in 2023.
On October 11, 2023, prior to receiving the complaint from Mr. Edwards, Michelle Perry filed a complaint against Keren Vazquez alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240, WAC 390-16-105 and 115. (See PDC Case 143910)
On October 23, 2023, Ms. Vazquez filed an amended Registration changing to the Mini Reporting Option, but later acknowledged that her Campaign received two contributions of more than $500 that exceeded the Mini Reporting contribution threshold. In addition, she filed the required C-4 reports on October 27, 2023, that included the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report and received permission to change back to the Full Reporting Option.
PDC Case 143910 was resolved when Ms. Vazquez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) on January 26, 2024, and paid a $150 civil penalty acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240, WAC 390-16-105 and 115.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that the SOU and $150 penalty payment agreed to by Ms. Vazquez in PDC Case 143910, covered the late filing of C-3 and C-4 reports, including the alleged late filed C-4 reports Mr. Edwards listed in his complaint.
Thus, no further action is warranted concerning this matter. PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the response provided by the Respondent, and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether they supported a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff's review, the PDC found that the Respondent publicly announced his candidacy for Snoqualmie City Council position #4 at a Snoqualmie City Council Meeting on April 8, 2019. Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.205 and .700, the Respondent was required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate (e.g. publicly announcing candidacy). The Respondent indicated that the late reports were the result of his erroneous belief that they were not due until after a candidate officially files with the appropriate Elections office.
Upon being notified of the missing reports, the Respondent quickly contacted the PDC and made a good-faith effort to resolve the matter by filing the required reports. The PDC received the Respondent's F-1 report on 5/14/19 and C-1 report on 5/16/19.
The Respondent's noncompliance was the result of a good-faith error or omission, the impact to the public was minimal, the oversight did not occur during a critical election period, and the Respondent quickly took corrective action. PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate and submitting a statement of financial affairs with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and timely filing all future PDC reports. Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our attached findings, the allegations were resolved as Remediable Violations.
The Respondent's violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures and contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. The Respondent was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were zero dollars.
Although it was not alleged in the complaint, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.205(5) & WAC 390-16-011A for failure to amend C-1pc to reflect sponsorship in name; and alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures for election years 2018-2023.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Eastern Washington Voters (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports for election years 2019-2023 and timely amend its C-1pc report to include its sponsored name within 60 days of the 2020 Primary election do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Eastern Washington Voters received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports in years 2019-2023 and timely amend their C-1pc report to include their sponsored name within 60 days of the 2020 Primary election. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that, in the future, Eastern Washington Voters will do the following in accordance with PDC laws and rules: 1) timely and accurately file all required C-3 and C-4 reports, especially during time-sensitive periods prior to elections; and 2) timely amend their C-1pc report to include sponsored name within 60 days of an election in which they participate if they receive 80% or more of their contributions from a sponsor during the twelve months preceding 60 days before the election. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Eastern Washington Voters about the importance of timely amending C-3 and C-4 reports within 21 days of filing the original reports, whenever possible, in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response to the complaint, the Committee stated there was difficulty finding volunteers for the committee, especially volunteers who were knowledgeable on PDC requirements. Moir also stated they will file reports timely in the future.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kids First will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely register with the PDC and disclose all contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Roger Ferris, Committee Officer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the original C-3 report electronically submitted on December 10, 2018, inaccurately identified $2,632 in funds received from unknown or “anonymous” sources, it appears that the error was unintentional and not done in order to mislead the public.
PDC staff reminded Fire Services Fund of Washington about the importance of the accurate disclosure of all contribution received, specifically funds that are not itemized including anonymous funds, small contributions of $25 or less and proceeds from low-cost fundraisers, on future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent did in fact fail to include party affiliation on her campaign yard signs, as required by law.
Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to include party affiliation on her campaign signs and informed her the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 25, 2019, WSCCCE AFL-CIO filed three C-6 reports disclosing expenditures totaling $28,923 made to the law firm of Reid, McCarthy, Ballew & Leahy, LLP for legal services in January, February and March of 2015 for legal services incurred in opposition to the City of Chelan Propositions 1 and 2.
WSCCCE, AFL-CIO indicated that the independent expenditures made by WSCCCE, AFL-CIO concerned legal services relating to two local proposed ballot propositions submitted to the Chelan City Clerk in the fall of 2014, and that the two proposed ballot propositions “were not proper subjects of the municipal initiative power.” WSCCCE, AFL-CIO intervened in support of the City of Chelan’s position, and “that the proposed ballot propositions were not proper subjects for the municipal ballot power"", and the Court ""granted summary judgment in favor of the City and WSCCCE, AFL-CIO and the two proposed propositions were never voted upon.”
WSCCCE, AFL-CIO’s indicated the failure to timely file the three C-6 reports had minimal impact on the public, since the two proposed propositions were never placed on the ballot by the Chelan City Council, and that the independent expenditures were made for legal services to oppose the two proposed propositions. WSCCE, AFL-CIO's involvement “was hardly secret (since) the litigation was publicly reported on as it progressed”, and WSCCCE, AFL-CIO promptly took corrective action when its alleged noncompliance was brought to its attention.
WSCCCE, AFL-CIO indicated they did not realize the requirement to file C-6 reports ""prior to the complaint being filed against it, it has since filed reports fully disclosing the costs of legal fees it paid opposing the two propositions.”
On November 4, 2019, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) that was signed by Chris Dugovich, President of the WSCCCE, AFL-CIO. The SOU was accompanied by a $450 payment for the civil penalty that was assessed in this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). The $450 civil penalty resolves the allegations listed in your complaint against the WSCCCE, AFL-CIO for failing to timely file three C-6 reports.
By completing the SOU, the WA State Council of County and City Employees, AFL-CIO acknowledged three violations of RCW 42.17A.255 for failing to timely file C-6 reports disclosing legal services incurred in opposition to the City of Sequim Propositions 1 and 2.
Based on the resolution of this matter through an SOU, PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file the C-6 report detailing independent or electioneering expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding 45th Leg Dist. Republicans about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all expenditure activities, including independent expenditures and electioneering communications reports, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64869 administratively and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Concerning the allegations listed in the complaints against the City of Olympia Mayor Cheryl Selby, and all of the City Council members, PDC staff determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 or the taking of any enforcement action, and staff dismissed those allegations with a Reminder cover letter on July 22, 2020. See attached complaint return letters below.
A proposed Stipulation has been agreed to by the Respondent Steve Hall, and PDC staff and will be presented to the Commission at the enforcement hearing to be conducted at the July 23, 2020 Commission meeting. The Stipulation (which is posted below) may be accepted, modified, or rejected by the Commission at the meeting today.
At the July 23, 2020 Commission meeting, the Commission accepted the proposed Stipulation and found that Steve Hall, former City of Olympia City Manager, violated RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of City of Olympia resources to produce and distribute a mailer that provided information about I-976, including encouraging recipients to ""Vote No"" in three separate areas of the mailer.
The Commission further accepted the proposed penalty of $10,000 be assessed against Mr. Hall, with $5,000 of the penalty suspended on the condition that he commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A for a period of four years from the date of the Order, and the $5,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid within 30 days.
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Complainants.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3304/59039%20City%20of%20Olympia%20%282%29%20Initial%20Hearing%20Results%20-%20Complainants.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""59039 City of Olympia Officials (2) Complaint (Eakins).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3304/59039%20City%20of%20Olympia%20Officials%20%282%29%20Complaint%20%28Eakins%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""59039 City of Olympia Officials (2) Complaint (Pole).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3304/59039%20City%20of%20Olympia%20Officials%20%282%29%20Complaint%20%28Pole%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Hall-PDC Case-59039-FinalOrder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3304/Hall-PDC%20Case-59039-FinalOrder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Steve Hall"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-07-29"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-08-28"", ""amount"" : 10000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 5000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-08-06"", ""amount"" : 5000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/20/2020 05:28:44 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 2695 3683 74917 08/06/2020 08/06/2020 10/30/2020 LaWanda Hatch Lowell Peck Peck, Lowell (3): Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to disclose expenditures; RCW 42.17A.430 for improper disposal of surplus funds (EY20, Aug20) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.40.090/42.17A.430 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 6, 2020. The complaint alleged that that Lowell Peck, incumbent County Commissioner in Franklin County and candidate for re-election in the 2020 primary and general elections, may have violated: RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.430 for improper disposal of surplus funds.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the discrepancy between the original ending balance of the 2016 Peck Campaign and the beginning balance used for the 2020 Peck Campaign, was due to a series of minor bookkeeping errors and the previous treasurer’s general lack of knowledge of PDC laws and rules. Staff found Mr. Peck and the campaign’s current treasurer to be cooperative in making the necessary corrections to the 2016 and 2020 C-4 reports. Mr. Peck has not been found in violation of PDC laws or rules during the last five years.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose the accurate carry forward amount from a 2016 election campaign to a 2020 election campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Peck about the importance of the timely disclosure of all campaign activities, including the ending and beginning balances for each election, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Robert Taylor, Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by Yes for Libraries! found the committee could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
POSABIT, Inc.,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64867
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
POSaBit, Inc. on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on December 30, 2019. The complaint alleged that 34th Legislative District Democrats, a bona fide legislative district party committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) during calendar year 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Kelly Skahan on behalf of her client; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
On July 16, 2020, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) that was signed by Benjamin M. Reilly, Committee Treasurer. The SOU was accompanied by a $450 payment for the civil penalty that was assessed in this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule.) The $450 civil penalty resolves the allegations listed in your complaint against the 34th Legislative District Democrats for failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports during calendar year 2019.
Based on the resolution of this matter through an SOU, PDC staff is dismissing this matter in accordance with WAC 390-37-070.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 civil penalty.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report lobbying activity on an L-2 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Lindsey Grad received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely disclose lobbying activities on her Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report) for November of 2021. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Lindsey Grad timely disclose all reportable lobbyist activity on monthly L-2 reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 25, 2021. The complaint alleged that John Cavanaugh, the President of the Yakima Education Association (YEA) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using Yakima School District facilities to send a YEA communication about a school board candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by John Cavanaugh (the “Respondent”); and PDC Interpretation 01-03, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the e-mail sent by John Cavanaugh on October 25, 2021 was primarily used to convey normal YEA business as done weekly and that the addition of the statement regarding Kenton Gartrell was intended to remind recipients of their ability to do their own research and not to support or oppose any candidates. Staff found that although the statement regarding Mr. Gartrell did not explicitly encourage the recipient to vote a specific way that it was inconsistent with the primary purpose of the YEA communication and should have been omitted.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the inclusion of a statement mentioning a candidate for local office in a communication intended to convey Yakima Education Association matters does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding John Cavanaugh about the importance of limiting the use of official school district e-mail services and other district resources in the future to those permissible in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the evidence provided by you; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.405 does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Initial Hearing Order imposing a $250 civil penalty, with $125 suspended, is MODIFIED as follows:
1. Respondent Pamela Berger is found to have violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file her F-1 report no later than April 15, 2022.
2. Respondent’s civil penalty of $250 is VACATED.
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On May 19, 2022, Billie Maggard filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for Yakima County Clerk, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Sydney Jordan as Treasurer. Ms. Maggard is a first-time candidate for public office in 2022.
On June 14, 2022, the Campaign filed three C-3 reports for contributions received and deposited during the month of May, and the May 2022 C-4 report. The three C-3 reports disclosed the Campaign received $1,450 in monetary contributions during the month of May as follows: (1) a $300 monetary contribution was received and deposited on May 19, 2022, from an individual out of California; (2) a $1,000 monetary contribution was received and deposited on May 26, 2022, from Jerry Maggard, retired; and (3) a $100 and a $50 monetary contribution was received and deposited on May 26, 2022, from two local individuals.
The May 2022 C-4 report disclosed the Campaign received $1,450 in monetary contributions received, with no expenditures made or orders placed during the month. The C-3 and C-4 reports were filed four days late by the Campaign. In addition, on June 14, 2022, the Campaign timely filed two C-3 reports disclosing $650 in monetary contributions that included a C-3 report disclosing $550 in monetary contributions had been received on June 12, 2022, and the funds deposited in the bank account on June 13, 2022.
Ms. Maggard stated in her emailed response: “I do not dispute my delay in filing the required C3 and C4 reports but I would like to explain my delay. As this is my first campaign and first time using the ORCA software, I had incorrectly entered the May campaign donations in the spot for the previous cash totals.” She stated that this error caused her Campaign bank deposits to not match, so none of the C-3 reports or the May C-4 report were filed electronically in ORCA. She stated she attempted to electronically filed her C-3 and C-4 reports on June 10, 2022, and that she thought the reports had been submitted.
Ms. Maggard stated that “on the 13th of June we were notified by an individual that the PDC website was showing we had raised no funds…. On June 14th, my Financial Manager emailed the PDC help desk to get help with the error” and the Campaign was able to electronically file the three C-3 reports and one C-4 report for May of 2022.
Ms. Maggard stated that her Campaign only recently made its initial expenditures for goods or services in June of 2022. She stated those expenditures will be disclosed on the C-4 report that is required to be filed on July 12, 2022. She reiterated that she understood her initial Campaign “reports were delayed, and we wish to let the public know that it was human error and was not done purposely.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Billie Maggard is a first-time candidate for public office. While the May 2022 C-3 and C-4 reports were filed four days late, the late filings did not materially impact the public since the reports were filed 49 days prior to the August 2, 2022, primary election, and did not include significant contribution or expenditure activities.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to Billie Maggard concerning the requirements to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports as required for a candidate under the Full Reporting option. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Billie Maggard will timely file C-3 and C-4 reports electronically for the remainder of the 2022 election cycle. In addition, Billie Maggard will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Kate Espy (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The collective evidence and research findings are not sufficient to show that the Respondent used public agency facilities (school district property) to assist an election campaign.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/142896 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""142896 Espy Katherine Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142896%20Espy%20Katherine%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142896 Espy Katherine Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142896%20Espy%20Katherine%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""142896 Espy Katherine Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142895 & 142896 Supplement to complaint_SKSD 402_Winters_Espy 1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142895%20%26%20142896%20Supplement%20to%20complaint_SKSD%20402_Winters_Espy%201.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142896 Espy Katherine Response supplemental.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142896%20Espy%20Katherine%20Response%20supplemental.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142895 & 142896 Supplement to complaint_SKSD 402_Winters_Espy 2.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142895%20%26%20142896%20Supplement%20to%20complaint_SKSD%20402_Winters_Espy%202.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""142896 Espy Katherine (Kate) Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6232/142896%20Espy%20Katherine%20%28Kate%29%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/16/2024 09:54:20 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2723 6246 143584 10/09/2023 10/09/2023 12/27/2023 Joshua Skipper We Want Accountability PAC We Want Accountability PAC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335 for sponsoring Political Advertising that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office (OCT'23, EY'23) RCW 29B.30.070/42.17A.335 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Other "Staff found the following:
“Voted with Liberals 100%”
“Kept Our Kids in MASKS”
“Supports CRT in Schools”
Response to Complaint
“Voted with Liberals 100%”:
“Kept Our Kids in MASKS”
“Supports CRT in Schools”
RCW 42.17A.335(1) states, in part, “It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances: (a) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office; …
RCW 42.17A.335(2) states, For the purposes of this section, ""libel or defamation per se"" means statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in his, her, or its business or occupation.
RCW 42.17A.005(1) states, ""Actual malice"" means to act with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity.
RCW 42.17A.335(4) states, (4) Any violation of this section shall be proven by clear and convincing evidence. If a violation is proven, damages are presumed and do not need to be proven.
The allegation that We Want Accountability PAC sponsored false political advertising directed at Michael Connors, a candidate for re-election to the Kennewick School Board, is understandable. However, We Want Accountability PAC responded to the allegations with justification for the validity of the statements on the yard signs they sponsored.
To prove a violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a) the alleged false statements must constitute libel or defamation per se, as defined above, be made with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity, and be proven with clear and convincing evidence.
Based on the findings, staff determined that this standard has not been met, and in this instance, sponsoring yard signs that included a brief statement with arrows pointing to Michael Connors’ yard signs does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/143584 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""143584 We Want Accountability PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6246/143584%20We%20Want%20Accountability%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""143584 We Want Accountability PAC Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""143584 Combined Case Closure Letters.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6246/143584%20Combined%20Case%20Closure%20Letters.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""143584 Response to Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6246/143584%20Response%20to%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/07/2025 04:02:46 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2724 6279 144299 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 01/26/2024 Marilyn Adams Steve Sinwell Sinwell, Steve: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include sponsor identification on political advertising (EY23; Oct23) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalOn October 23 and October 31, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received complaints alleging that Steve Sinwell, a first-time candidate for City of Clyde Hill city council, Position 2, in the 2023 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to disclose sponsor identification on political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaints and noted that in/or about early October 2023, Steve Sinwell’s Campaign (Respondent) created and presented campaign political advertisings to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on his campaign related advertisement, it was an inadvertent error on his part and/or his campaign. Respondent took responsibility and noted in his response to the complaint that: “I have learned much about the process of running for elected office, especially the critical nature of fully understanding PDC requirements, including Chapter 42.17A of the RCW. I regret my error in not properly understanding Rule 320 and will ensure to include appropriate sponsor identification on all future materials.”
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement during the 2023 election year.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Insufficiently identifying, or refusing to identify, responsible parties of political advertising and redirecting campaign resources for the benefit of other candidates impairs the public’s ability to have confidence in the transparency of elections.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, there is no evidence supporting a violation that calls for further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mark Swanson will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to provide sufficient sponsor identification on political advertising and for improper use of campaign funds for the purpose of supporting other candidates The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mark Swanson comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance in the future pertaining to RCW 42.17A.320 and RCW 42.17A.430. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/144867 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""144867 Swanson_Mark Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6333/144867%20Swanson_Mark%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144867 Swanson Mark Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6333/144867%20Swanson%20Mark%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""144867 Swanson Mark Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144867 Swanson_Mark Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6333/144867%20Swanson_Mark%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 02/14/2024 10:03:38 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2726 4985 99258 09/29/2021 09/29/2021 10/29/2021 Richard Badalamente Micah Valentine Valentine, Micah: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to disclose an in-kind contribution or expenditure, and for failing to provide the required expenditure details for political advertisements. (EY'21; October 21) RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Micah Valentine, a 2021 candidate for Kennewick School Board, violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditures and expenditure detail on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports, specifically reporting expenditures for a website created by a company owned by Valentine.
In response to the complaint, Valentine amended a C-4 covering September 1 to October 11, adding a $1,000 in-kind contribution from Ascend Marketing LLC for “website development.”
Based on these findings, the fact the website was created by the candidate with no intent to conceal the contributor, and Valentine promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Micah Valentine about the importance of timely and accurately filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/54984 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""54984 Alliance for Gun Responsibility Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3117/54984%20Alliance%20for%20Gun%20Responsibility%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""54984 Alliance for Gun Responsibility Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3117/54984%20Alliance%20for%20Gun%20Responsibility%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54984 Alliance for Gun Responsibility Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3117/54984%20Alliance%20for%20Gun%20Responsibility%20Complaint%20With%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/03/2019 05:29:32 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2728 3145 55351 07/24/2019 07/24/2019 04/13/2020 Tallman Trask Facebook, Inc. Facebook, Inc. (5): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for failure to maintain and provide documents and books of account as a commercial advertiser, promptly upon request from any person (EY 19; Jul 19) WAC 390-18-050, RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Referred to Attorney General by Commission Commercial AdvertiserAllegation: Violations of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for failure to maintain and provide documents and books of account as a commercial advertiser, promptly upon request from any person. The Commission met on January 23, 2020 and February 27, 2020 to consider a stipulation jointly presented by PDC staff and Respondent Facebook, Inc. At the February meeting, the Commission voted to reject the stipulation and refer the matter to the Attorney General's Office for further action pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755(4).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/55351 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""47572 & 55351 Order for Continuance & Request for Supplemental Information.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/47572%20%26%2055351%20Order%20for%20Continuance%20%26%20Request%20for%20Supplemental%20Information.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Facebook, Inc. (5) Complaint Supplement.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Facebook%2C%20Inc.%20%285%29%20Complaint%20Supplement.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""47572 & 55351 Enforcement Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/47572%20%26%2055351%20Enforcement%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Initial Hearing Results - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Initial%20Hearing%20Results%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Facebook, Inc. (5) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Facebook%2C%20Inc.%20%285%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""47572 & 55351 PDC Referral Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/47572%20%26%2055351%20PDC%20Referral%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Report of Investigation & Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Report%20of%20Investigation%20%26%20Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""47572 & 55351 PDC Referral Order Transmittal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/47572%20%26%2055351%20PDC%20Referral%20Order%20Transmittal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Facebook Proposed Stipulation (Cases 47572 & 55351).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/Facebook%20Proposed%20Stipulation%20%28Cases%2047572%20%26%2055351%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Initial Hearing Results - Complainant.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Initial%20Hearing%20Results%20-%20Complainant.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55351 Facebook, Inc. (5) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/55351%20Facebook%2C%20Inc.%20%285%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""47572 & 55351 UPDATED Hearing Notice 2-27-20 Hearing.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3145/47572%20%26%2055351%20UPDATED%20Hearing%20Notice%202-27-20%20Hearing.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/08/2025 01:34:31 PM Commission determined additional legal or penalty authority needed to address violations. 2729 3100 54855 07/17/2019 07/17/2019 09/04/2019 Glen Morgan Don Orange Orange, Don: Violations of RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting and retaining over-limit anonymous contributions (EY 17; July 17) RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on July 17, 2019. The complaint alleged that Don Orange (Respondent), a 2017 candidate for Vancouver Port Commissioner may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over limit anonymous contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/54855 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""54855 Orange Don Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3100/54855%20Orange%20Don%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""54855 Orange Don Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3100/54855%20Orange%20Don%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54855 Orange Don Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3100/54855%20Orange%20Don%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/04/2019 12:17:19 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2730 6068 140318 07/01/2023 06/30/2023 09/20/2023 Chandler Forsyth Katey Treloar Treloar, Katey: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320(3)(a) by using a font smaller than the size required for sponsor ID on written advertising. (Jul '23; EY'23) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThis case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.320(3)(a) by using a font smaller than the size required for sponsor ID on written advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Katey Treloar (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to use a sufficient font size for sponsor identification on written political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Katey Treloar received a formal written warning concerning her failure to comply with sponsor identification (ID) requirements for political advertising, including font size. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that all future political advertising comply with sponsor ID requirements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Attorney Taki Flevaris with Pacifica Law Group on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the District uses public funds to produce and distribute a newsletter twice a year and that the publication is done to communicate general information about the District’s business, including the use of funding derived from previous bonds and levies and the use of future potential funding from the same source. The District also hired Strategies 360 to create and conduct a survey to determine the priorities of the community and to produce online advertisement regarding the upcoming April levies.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of Strategies 360 to conduct a survey to determine the priorities of the community and produce online advertisements to communicate information about the April levies, and the District’s use of an internally created newsletter, regularly distributed by the District to communicate with the community, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Issaquah School District that the practice of employing the services of a vendor who is commonly known to specialize in marketing and promotional advertising, should be done sparingly and the District should use caution when reviewing the work done by such vendors to ensure the content and method of distribution of information produced by vendors on behalf of the District regarding ballot propositions is limited to factual information only and is not prohibited “marketing” in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's review, the PDC found that the Respondent's campaign created and distributed brochures in approximately April of 2019 that lacked the sponsor's name and address. This sponsor ID information was also omitted from the Respondent's website, which was created on April 8, 2019.
Upon being notified of the missing sponsor ID information, the Respondent ceased using its brochures and quickly resolved the matter by updating its website and adding stickers containing sponsor name and address to its existing brochures.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of including sponsor ID on all future political advertising. Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The three contributions were received by the Association between October 4 and 11, 2018, but not deposited or transferred into the PAC bank account until November 1, 2018. The PAC is affiliated with the Association, as well as being administered and controlled by the Association, so the contributions were technically received prior to the $5,000 contribution limitation period that is within 21 days of a general election, and for the 2018 general election began on October 16, 2018.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to make deposits within five business days of receipt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Washington Health Care Association PAC any political contributions received, even if combined with Association fees, must be reported and deposited into the PAC as required in 42.17A.220. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the May 2020 Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) filed by the Committee to Lorna Smith.
Staff found that the expenditures made by Ms. Smith's campaign lacked proper description(s) and break down required by law/rule.
Based on these findings, the staff reminded Ms. Smith about the importance of properly breaking down and describing expenditures in the future as required by law/rule.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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On May 9, 2019, Steven Drew filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for re-election to the office of Thurston County Assessor in 2022, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Rhendra Strub as his Ministerial Treasurer. Mr. Drew was elected Thurston County Assessor in 2010, and he was re-elected to that office in 2014, 2018, and in 2022.
In his October 13, 2022, response to the allegations listed in the complaint Mr. Drew stated that the “complaint alleges two violations. The first allegation relates to a property tax publication which was developed and distributed in the normal and regular conduct of the Assessor’s Office. The second allegation deals with a campaign contribution from my former deputy. I will address each allegation separately.”
Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.565: Knowingly soliciting a contribution from an employee
RCW 42.17A.565(1) states “No state or local official or state or local official's agent may knowingly solicit, directly or indirectly, a contribution to a candidate for public office, political party, or political committee from an employee in the state or local official's agency.”
On February 28, 2022, the 2022 Steven Drew for County Assessor Campaign (Campaign) filed a C-3 report disclosing five monetary contributions that were received and deposited on February 28, 2022. One of the contributors disclosed on the C-3 report was Michael Brooks, Deputy Thurston County Assessor, who made a $250 contribution.
Mr. Drew stated that in late Feb and early March of 2022, “I made many fundraising calls, that included calls to prior donors. Using my prior contributor’s list, when Mike’s (Michael Brooks) name came up, I was just thinking of him as a friend and prior supporter.”
Mr. Drew stated that he infrequently called “…people for contributions at their place of business, so these calls often occurred in the evening or on weekends for those not retired. Such was the case when I called Mike and asked for a modest contribution. He immediately said yes, and I thanked him. He said he would contribute by check.”
PDC staff reviewed the 2014 Steven Drew Campaign contributors and found that on August 4, 2014, Michael Brooks made a $500 monetary contribution to the 2014 Steven Drew Re-election Campaign for Thurston County Assessor. The C-3 report disclosed Mr. Brooks’s Employer as Thurston County and his Occupation as Thurston County Deputy Assessor.
On January 23, 2023, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by Mr. Drew, acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.565 by knowingly soliciting a contribution from a Thurston County Assessor employee in February of 2022, along with a check for $150 for penalty assessed in the matter. The signed SOU and $150 penalty payment resolve the allegation concerning the violation for soliciting a contribution from an employee.
Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555: Use of Thurston County Assessor facilities to support his candidacy for re-election in 2022.
RCW 42.17A.555 states in part that no public facilities can be used by or authorized to be used, either directly or indirectly by any local elected or appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
The complaint alleged two separate violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by Steven Drew that included: (1) a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using Thurston County Assessor facilities and resources to produce and distribute a 2022 “Property Tax” publication prior to the 2022 election cycle that supported Mr. Drew’s Assessor re-election campaign; and (2) a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using Thurston County Assessor facilities to solicit and receive a contribution from an employee for his 2022 re-election Campaign.
Allegation #1: 2022 Thurston County Assessor’s Office “Property Tax” publication
Mr. Drew stated that in late calendar year 2020, Thurston County Assessor employees working in the field “began experiencing frequent hostility while conducting property inspections.” He stated that the Assessor employees wore bright neon vests which clearly identified the employees as “ASSESSOR” employees, had photo ID badges which were properly displayed, and arrived in Thurston County vehicles that were clearly marked.
Mr. Drew stated that the parcel inspection issue “posed a unique problem that was studied by many prior to arriving at the mailing idea.” He stated the mailing idea combined the property tax valuation and taxation information required in RCW 84.40.045, while also providing information needed to address the Assessor employee parcel inspection safety concerns. He stated that the total cost of the mailing was projected to be “$17,000 less than sending two mailings.” He added that the property valuation notices are required by statute to be mailed between June 1 and 30 days after the closing of the tax rolls, which for 2022 was July 29, 2022.
Mr. Drew stated that “the project to change the “Property Tax” (actually a Property Value Change Notice) publication has been in the works for more than a year” and his office solicited input from Thurston County Assessor employees, the union, risk management office, and from other county assessors. He attached to the response a March 18-23, 2022, email string between himself and Linda Hjelle, Snohomish County Assessor, in which they discussed an alternative to mailing the standard 4” x 5” property tax valuation cards.
Mr. Drew stated that this email, in part “represents the outreach we did, and the information received as a result of this outreach.” He stated that once the County made the decision to change from the postcard to the letter publication, the “Assessor’s Office requested and received additional funding for this new mailing from the Board of Commissioners in the fall of 2021.”
Mr. Drew stated that the 2022 “Property Tax” publication: (1) provided information stating that property values and taxes do not change in proportion to each other; (2) explained why the Assessor’s Office inspected parcels and property; (3) detailed which regions the Assessor’s Office will be inspecting next; (4) showed how Thurston County Assessor employees and vehicles are identified and marked; and (5) asks the public to be kind to Assessor employees as they carry out their property inspections in the field.
Mr. Drew stated the 2022 Property Tax publication was designed to provide the statutorily required information about property taxes in accordance with RCW 84.40.045 and WAC 458-12-360. He stated the publication also provided “additional information to both educate the public and provide a safer working environment for my employees. All these efforts are within the authority and conduct of the Assessor’s Office.” He stated the information did not support or mention his candidacy for re-election and was not intended to assist his candidacy for Assessor.
Allegation #2: Use of Thurston County facilities to solicit/receive a contribution
The second allegation was that Mr. Drew violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using Thurston County Assessor facilities to solicit and receive a contribution from Michael Brooks, Deputy Chief Assessor for Thurston County for his 2022 re-election Campaign.
Mr. Drew stated that a few days after his February 2022 personal telephone call with Mr. Brooks in which he solicited a monetary contribution for his re-election Campaign, he arranged to pick up the contribution check “at the end of a remote meeting.” He stated that Mr. Books informed “me that he had the contribution check for me to pick up ‘in an envelope.’”
Mr. Drew stated that since he “did not want to use the facilities of the office, I remember telling him that I would swing by the office but could not receive the check in the building.” He stated that Mr. Brooks “offered to meet me in the public parking lot and I said I would give him a call when I arrived.”
Mr. Drew stated that when Mr. Brooks came out of the building and into the parking lot, “he handed me the envelope, I thanked him and wished him a good afternoon. I did not ask Mike for or receive any further contributions.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
As noted above, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by Mr. Drew, acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.565 for knowingly soliciting a contribution from a Thurston County Assessor employee in February of 2022, and paying a $150 civil penalty that was assessed in the matter to resolve this allegation. Concerning the remaining allegations, PDC staff found no evidence that Mr. Drew used Thurston County Assessor resources or facilities to support his 2022 candidacy for re-election in violation of RCW 42.17A.555.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After conducting a preliminary review and assessment of a staff-generated complaint, dated 12/19/19 concerning Chad Searls, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held a case status review, referred to an initial hearing, on 2/20/20, pursuant to RCW 42.17.755 and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
On May 19, 2020, the staff issued a warning letter after our investigation found that Mr. Searls failed to timely file a C-1 report for the 2019 election. Mr. Searls filed a C-1 report for 2019 on May 8, 2020. \
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged that in calendar year 2018, the Committee accepted anonymous contributions in the amount of $658.51 which was $358.51 more than the allowable limit of $300. In response to this allegation, the Committee reported a November 27, 2017 expenditure to the State of Washington for $358.51 for Contribution to the General Fund per RCW 42.17A.220(4).
In issuing its findings in PDC Case 26340, PDC staff inadvertently left off wording regarding a reminder concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with the anonymous contributions limit. PDC staff is reminding he 37th Legislative District Democrats about the importance of compliance with the anonymous contributions limit and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint, which was filed with the PDC on October 2, 2019, alleges that the Mead School District Advisory Committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .210, and .215 by failing to timely file contribution and expenditure reports.
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Pat Mastaler, Chair and authorized representative of the Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee (the Committee), completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by not timely and accurately disclosing expenditures and contributions on the Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) report and the Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) report. Specific activity addressed in the SOU included:
PDC staff expects that, in the future, you follow all applicable PDC laws, rules and guidance when reporting contributions and expenditures. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this SOU in deciding on further Commission action.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Tim Winter (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The collective evidence and research findings are not sufficient to show the Respondent authorized the use of public agency facilities (school district property) to assist three election campaigns.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Nintendo of America completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report, due no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received on February 19, 2020, 356 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent, Robert Thompson; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although Mr. Thompson was the subject of a previous complaint filed with the PDC, the complaint was not related to the submission of the F-1 report. In addition, during a review of his F-1 report filing history, staff found that Mr. Thompson appears to have a good understanding of the F-1 filing requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose all sources of income on the F-1 report covering 2019 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mr. Thompson about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all sources of income on F-1 reports, and the timely and accurate filing of all future F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58010 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58010 Collins Steve Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3253/58010%20Collins%20Steve%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58010 Collins Steve Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3253/58010%20Collins%20Steve%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58010 Collins Steve Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3253/58010%20Collins%20Steve%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}]" 10/29/2019 09:17:02 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2766 3477 64858 02/12/2020 02/12/2020 03/02/2020 PDC Staff NATURAL EXTRACTIONS INC NATURAL EXTRACTIONS INC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely disclose Lobbyist Employer’s expenses for calendar year 2018 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3On February 13,2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Natural Extractions, Inc. of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file an annual Lobbying Employer’s Expense report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018.
Natural Extractions, Inc. completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received February 20, 2020, 357 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The advertisement sponsored by Evergreen Progress included a copy of a Sharon Shewmake Facebook page post which had a picture of a masked Representative Shewmake, with a group of masked protestors, and the caption stating “Keep your eye out for Young Activists of Whatcom County! They threw an excellent march yesterday.” To the right side of that post was the statement: “The group says our police work for a violent and unjust institution built on systemic racism.”
The advertisement included the question just under that at the bottom of the first page “Why is Sharon Shewmake marching to defund the police?” Finally, the top of the second page included a picture of a pair of hands holding up a sign in all yellow highlighted capital letters stating “DEFUND THE POLICE” and just below that the advertisement stated “Sharon Shewmake (D) failed to support our local police.”
In the response from Mark Lamb, legal counsel for Evergreen Progress he stated, “The mailer is neither defamatory nor libelous and thus the PDC has no jurisdiction over the political speech contained in it.” He stated that Representative Shewmake “called the march by Young Activists of Whatcom County “excellent” on Twitter as accurately depicted in the mail piece.”
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence that would constitute a material violation or require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
In order to meet the statutory definition of libel or defamation found in RCW 42.17A.335, a false statement about a candidate must be proven by clear and convincing evidence. The question “Why is Sharon Shewmake marching to defund the police?” did not constitute a false statement that she was in favor of defunding the police, and the phrase “Sharon Shewmake (D) failed to support our local police” was a matter of opinion.
The PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, failing to include complete expenditure detail and the sponsor name in the Committee name does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Committee and its Officers will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to accurately report and describe expenditures and contributions and include the sponsor name in the Committee name.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Committee will timely and accurately register and file all future required PDC reports, if the Committee should register again as a ballot or political committee. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Commissioners present both telephonically and online were David Ammons, Commission Chair (presiding); Russell Lehman, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioners William Downing, Fred Jarrett, and Nancy Isserlis. Also present both telephonically and online were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission, Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer representing PDC Staff, and Fox Blackhorn, PDC Compliance Coordinator 2, and Liz Truong on behalf of Respondent. The proceeding was open to the public as limited by Governor's Proclamation 20-28 et seq. and recorded.
I. Findings of Fact
The matter involved Respondent's request that the Commission reconsider a Final Order issued on March 9, 2020, resulting from an Initial Hearing on February 28, 2020, regarding NUCA, a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist during the 2018 calendar year. The Presiding Officer at the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding found NUCA in violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file a report of lobbying expenses (L-3 report) by February 28, 2019, as required, and imposed a civil penalty of $250. The basis of Respondent's Request for Reconsideration was that the PDC had seven-year-old contact information, the Respondent had a lack of knowledge of non-compliance, and when informed Respondent complied immediately.
II. Conclusions of Law
III. Order
As a result of Respondent's outdated contact information and its immediate compliance with reporting requirements when notified of the missing report, the Request for Reconsideration is GRANTED. This Amended Order will be the Final Order. The Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and the civil penalty assessed at the February 28, 2020, hearing are VACATED.
SO ORDERED this 8th day of May, 2020.
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The complaint alleged Tom Griffin, a candidate for City of Newcastle City Council, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to assist an election campaign.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of facilities by Tom Griffin does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Liberty Health Partners of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file a Lobbyist Employer’s Expense Report disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019.
The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 13, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making their report 350 days late.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64852 administratively and remove Liberty Health Partners from our hearing list. On February 21, 2020, the PDC received a signed Statement of Understanding and check #1364 for $100. As this case will be closed administratively, the PDC returned check #1364 via certified mail on February 24, 2020.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Kate Kruller; the applicable PDC reports filed by Kruller; and reviewed Kruller’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Kate Kruller made minor or ministerial errors on her required C-1 report, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Kruller timely re-filed the report, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Kate Kruller also made minor or ministerial errors on her initial C-4 report, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Kruller timely re-filed the report, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
PDC staff is also reminding Kate Kruller about the importance of timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including personal property used for campaign purposes, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.335(1(b) prohibits political advertising that includes a false statement of incumbency about a candidate who is not an incumbent that is made with actual malice. However, subsection (3) of .335 states that it is not a violation for a candidate or their agent to make such a statement about themselves because a person cannot defame themselves.
WAC 390-18-040(1) states that the term “reelect” can be used when “the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision.” The rule is silent concerning what term(s) could be used by incumbents holding multiple positions within the same office.
The Respondent, who is an incumbent Key Peninsula Parks & Recreation Commissioner in position 1, as well as a candidate for position 3, distributed campaign signs and other political advertising containing the term “reelect” during election year 2019.
Upon being notified of the allegation, the Respondent reached out to the PDC for guidance and immediately and voluntarily altered his campaign signs to omit the term “reelect” to alleviate any concerns about their use. The Respondent also explained that the Key Peninsula Parks & Recreation Commission positions are not defined by geographical limits within the district. As a result, it appears these Commissioner positions are for offices within the same district or political subdivision for the purposes of WAC 390-18-040(1).
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the use of the term “reelect” by a position 1 incumbent candidate seeking election to position 3 of the same office does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted. and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and contacted the Central Business Park in Spokane Valley, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose contribution and expenditure details, and to disclose the name of the committee’s sponsor, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
A Better Spokane (Sponsored by The Standard Trust)” made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, A Better Spokane (Sponsored by The Standard Trust)” timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Innocence Project Northwest completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received February 18, 2020, 355 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Elizabeth Hallock completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report; and (2) failing to timely file the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report during the 2019 election. The $300 assessed penalty resolves these allegations.
During its investigation, staff found that some of the descriptions for in-kind contributions made by the candidate, Elizabeth Hallock, to the 2019 Liz Hallock for Yakima City Council campaign were insufficient. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Ms. Hallock will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure to include adequate detail for expenditures made directly to vendors using personal funds and disclosed as in-kind contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Hallock will use RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 as a guide for descriptions of expenditure activities disclosed as in-kind contributions, on future reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The complaint included evidence showing that Elizabeth Hallock publicly announced her candidacy for Yakima City Council, in the online version of the Yakima Herald on January 25, 2019 and alleged that she had violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file the C-1 report registering her campaign with the PDC. Staff found that Ms. Hallock’s C-1 was timely submitted on January 31, 2019 and is dismissing this allegation in accordance with WAC 390-37-070.
On July 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Navarra Carr may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement report (F-1) by April 15, 2020.
Staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirements, including the response submitted by Navarra Carr.
Staff found that Ms. Carr failed to file her F-1 report by April 15, 2020, as required by law. However, she did file the F-1 report on July 14, 2020.
Based on these findings, the staff reminded Ms. Carr. about the importance of filing an F-1 report in a timely manner in the future.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes, rules, and the response provided by Representative Young, to determine your allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding an actual violation warranting further investigation. For your information, RCW 42.17A.555 does not apply to incumbent legislative candidates as they are covered by the Legislative Ethics Board.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements: the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) reports does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Martha Cunningham about the importance of the timely filing all future PDC reports, including the Candidate Registration and Personal Financial Affairs Statement.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and contacted the Central Business Park in Spokane Valley, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose contribution and expenditure details, and to disclose the name of the committee’s sponsor, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Smart Reforms for a Better Spokane (Sponsored by Standard Trust) about the importance of completely and accurately disclosing contribution and expenditure details, and timely disclosing sponsorship on committee registrations and political advertising. PDC staff expects Smart Reforms for a Better Spokane (Sponsored by Standard Trust) to review their filings and timely make required disclosures on reports and political advertising in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC records indicate that Handy Technologies, Inc. has updated their lobbyist contract to indicate that they did not lobby in Washington State during calendar year 2018, and were not required to file an L-3 report covering activity in that year.
On February 24, 2020, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the L-3 report covering calendar year 2018, along with check #2060 for a $100 civil penalty, and a late filed L-3 report covering calendar year 2017.
While the L-3 report covering calendar year 2017 was due no later than February 28, 2017, and was received on February 18, 2020, 1085 days beyond the statutory deadline of RCW 42.17A.630, the hearing notice sent on February 13, 2020, concerned their reporting obligations for calendar year 2018.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64845 administratively, return check #2060, and remove Handy Technologies, Inc. from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/64845 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""64845 Handy Technologies Inc Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3472/64845%20Handy%20Technologies%20Inc%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""Handy Technologies Inc. Brief Hearing Notice - February 28, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3472/Handy%20Technologies%20Inc.%20%20Brief%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20February%2028%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/02/2020 04:40:47 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2783 3361 59579 11/01/2019 11/01/2019 01/16/2020 Glen Morgan SeaTac Progress SeaTac Progress (3): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 for failure to accurately and completely disclose top contributors on political advertising, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately disclose contributor names (EY 19; Nov 19) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.30.100/42.17A.350 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - Single ElectionOn November 1, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that SeaTac Progress, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 and .350 for failure to accurately and completely disclose top contributors on political advertising, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately disclose contributors names.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC filed by SeaTac Progress (Committee); and reviewed their data in the PDC database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that three other contributors gave more that $250 to the Committee before the mailer at issue in this complaint was mailed to the voters but were not included in the Top Five Contributors list. Staff also found that the names of two of the contributors depicted on the mailer were not listed correctly.
Based on the above, staff issued a reminder letter to the Committee regarding the importance of making sure that mailers depict accurate Top Five Contributors and Top Three Donors to the Committee when applicable in future years in accordance with the PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Connie Beauvais, a Port of Port Angeles Port Commissioner, and a 2020 candidate for election to the Washington State Senate from the 24th District, violated RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting contributions from an affiliated entity, when aggregated, exceeded the contributions limits for a 2020 legislative candidate of $1,000 each for the primary and general elections.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Mark Lamb, attorney for Connie Beauvais, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation based on the facts that as of July 14, 2020: (1) the campaign had received contributions totaling $47,660.01 and had $11,472.25 as a cash on hand balance; and (2) the $1,000 contribution received from Washington Forward had not been spent by the Campaign.
Based on these findings, and the fact Beauvais is a first-time candidate for Legislative office and refunded the contribution promptly when notified of the requirement, staff has determined in this instance the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Connie Beauvais about the importance of acceptance of an over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity in accordance with PDC laws and rules and staff expects the Campaign will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose expenditures and contributions; and failure to provide a complete sponsor ID on a campaign website does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Committee to Recall Joshua Binda will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures and contributions; and failure to provide a complete sponsor ID on a campaign website. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Committee to Recall Joshua Binda maintain their campaign website per PDC requirements and timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures throughout the rest of the 2023 campaign as well as in future years. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Respondent, and additional evidence provided by Lynnwood Forward to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the unauthorized linking of the Respondent’s name to the city’s website does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kara Macias will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Macias will, in the future, follow all applicable requirements related to sponsor identification on political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
FAMILY WINERIES OF WA STATE,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64841
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
Family Wineries of WA State on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
The PDC received a complaint alleging that Erinn Howell (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and timely report her contributions & expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who filed with Elections officials on May 15, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 29, 2019.
The Respondent filed an F-1 report with the PDC on July 12, 2019 – 44 days late – but technical issues prevented it from appearing in the PDC’s system until September 9, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on September 30, 2019, which is 124 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
In her response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated noncompliance was due to a misunderstanding, lack of experience, and a family illness. This case was resolved via the Respondent’s submission of a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty. Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159771 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159771 Voter Action Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7354/159771%20Voter%20Action%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159771 Voter Action Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159771 Voter Action Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7354/159771%20Voter%20Action%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159771 Voter Action Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 02/14/2025 12:27:14 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2792 7401 160941 10/18/2024 10/17/2024 02/10/2025 Conner Edwards David W. McClain David McClain: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on reports (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by David McClain (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. David McClain is a first-time candidate and responded to the complaint by making the required amendments.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, David McClain will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely and accurately disclosure expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Leon Lawson filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for Governor of the State of Washington in the 2024 election.
• RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a) and WAC 390-16-043 outline the requirements for candidates and committees to allow for the inspection of their campaign books of account during the 10-day period leading up to an election they are participating in.
• You reported sending a request via email on August 1, 2024 to view the Respondent’s books of account and receiving no response.
• The candidate did not proceed past the primary election.
• The Respondent does not have previous violations for failure to provide inspection.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff will issue a formal written warning to Leon Lawson concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
On October 19, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Sea-Tac Progress PAC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely and accurately file Committee Registration, to include the sponsor of the political action committee, and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-205 and WAC 390-16-037.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by SeaTac Progress (Committee); and reviewed their data in the PDC database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that the Committee failed to correctly identify the name of the city as ""SeaTac"" instead of ""Searac."" The Committee made a typographical error in the name of the city on their C-6 reports but listed the name of the city correctly on all C-3 and C-4 reports, including the Last-Minute Contribution (LMC) report. Staff issued a reminder as a result.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58914 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58914 SeaTac Progress PAC (sponsored by John Wyble) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3297/58914%20SeaTac%20Progress%20PAC%20%28sponsored%20by%20John%20Wyble%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58914 SeaTac Progress PAC (sponsored by John Wyble) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3297/58914%20SeaTac%20Progress%20PAC%20%28sponsored%20by%20John%20Wyble%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58914 SeaTac Progress Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3297/58914%20SeaTac%20Progress%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/20/2020 03:38:55 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2802 3469 64840 02/12/2020 02/12/2020 03/10/2020 PDC Staff EVgo Services LLC EVgo Services LLC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely disclose Lobbyist Employer’s expenses for calendar year 2018 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified EVgo Services LLC of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file an annual Lobbyist Employer’s Expense report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018.
EVgo Services LLC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report for calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received on February 24, 2020, 361 days after the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirement; the applicable PDC reports filed by SeaTac Progress (Committee); and reviewed their data in the PDC database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that on October 11, 2019, the same day that the Top Five Contributors' donations/contributions were received, the Committee also received over $1000 in contributions each from two separate contributors that were not included in the Top Five Contributors on the mailer.
Staff reminded the Committee about the importance of making sure that mailers depict the accurate Top Five Contributors in future years in accordance with the PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a local ballot committee; the responses provided by the Committee Officers; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Committee; and queried the Committee’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database.
The $150 civil penalty assessed against the Dupont Citizens for Paramedics in this matter was done in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). By completing the SOU, Dupont Citizens for Paramedics acknowledged a violation of WAC 390-16-125 for exceeding the contribution limits of the Mini Reporting Option by receiving and depositing the $2,500 monetary contribution from the DuPont Professional Fire Fighter Local 3829. The $150 penalty paid by the DuPont Citizens for Paramedics resolves the allegation listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, and that the DuPont Citizens for Paramedics: (1) was a first-time ballot committee; (2) was unfamiliar with the committee reporting requirements; and (3) completed an SOU, paid a $150 civil penalty, and acknowledged a violation of WAC 390-16-125, staff has determined in this instance, the exceeding the limitations of the Mini Reporting Option do not warrant further investigation.
PDC staff has reminded the DuPont Citizens for Paramedics to adhere to the PDC reporting requirements in the future should the committee register and report as a Ballot Committee or political committee in accordance with PDC statues and rules.
Based on these facts, PDC staff is dismissing the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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FareStart completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report, due no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received February 14, 2020, 351 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statute, rule, and the July 6, 2020, and July 22, 2020 responses from Mr. Beach and attorney Martin Rowland on behalf of Mr. Beach, respectively.
Staff found no evidence to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ramon Llanos (the ""Respondent""); and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) reports does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Ramon Llanos about the importance of the timely filing all future PDC reports, including the candidate registration and financial affairs statement.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/53461 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Complaint Attach - Candidates Who Have Filed.xlsx"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3075/Complaint%20Attach%20-%20Candidates%20Who%20Have%20Filed.xlsx"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53461 Llanos Ramon Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3075/53461%20Llanos%20Ramon%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53461 Llanos Ramon Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3075/53461%20Llanos%20Ramon%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53461 Llanos Ramon Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3075/53461%20Llanos%20Ramon%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/30/2020 04:02:48 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2809 3812 80186 11/13/2020 01/12/2021 PDC Staff COVINGTON BRENDA COVINGTON BRENDA: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement for Calendar Year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Andrew Saturn filed on October 15, 2019. The complaint alleged that Egan Orion (Respondent), a Candidate for City Council Member for City of Seattle may have violated RCW 42.17A.335 for false or defamatory statements in political advertisements.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58674 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58674 Orion Egan Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3285/58674%20Orion%20Egan%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58674 Orion Egan Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3285/58674%20Orion%20Egan%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""58674 Orion Egan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3285/58674%20Orion%20Egan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/11/2023 10:31:46 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2811 4930 96996 07/30/2021 07/29/2021 10/05/2021 Steven Russell Ketelsen Steve Haverly Haverly, Steve (2): Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235(6) for failing to timely provide campaign books of account pursuant to public inspection request made within 10 calendar days of Primary Election. (EY '21; July '21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Carl Schoenleber filed on November 7, 2019. The complaint alleged that Elizabeth Vogeli (Respondent), a Candidate for City of Everett City Council Member may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose the detailed description as demonstrated in WAC 390-16-205 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Elizabeth Vogeli made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Elizabeth Vogeli timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements: the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) reports does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Maggie Mae about the importance of the timely filing all future PDC reports, including the candidate registration and financial affairs statement.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file register as a candidate, update candidate registration information and report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Cynthia Johnson about the importance of the timely, accurate and complete disclosure of all registration, contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely, accurate and complete filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include accurate detail in the description of expenditures on C-4 reports and providing full sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Siri Bliesner about the importance including accurate and complete expenditure information on C-4 reports and disclosing full sponsor identification on political advertising. PDC staff expects in the future that Siri Bliesner will provide accurate and complete details on C-4 reports and disclose full sponsor identification on political advertising in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Equal Rights WA completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Mark Lamb, attorney for Ron Muzzall, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation based on the facts that as of July 14, 2020: (1) the campaign had received contributions totaling $189,539.94 and had $20,588.09 as a cash on hand balance; and (2) the $1,000 contribution received from Washington Forward had not been spent by the Campaign.
Based on these findings, and the fact Muzzall is a first-time candidate and refunded the contribution promptly when notified of the requirement, staff has determined in this instance the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ron Muzzall about the importance of acceptance of an over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity in accordance with PDC laws and rules and PDC staff expects the Campaign will adhere to contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Mark Lamb, attorney for Lynda Wilson, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation based on the facts that as of July 27, 2020: (1) the campaign had received contributions totaling $263,594, and had $75,267 as a cash on hand balance; and (2) the $1,000 contribution received from Washington Forward had not been spent by the Campaign.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Lynda Wilson will receive a formal written warning concerning the acceptance of an over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity as noted in this letter. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation the Campaign will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to accurately disclose the expenditure descriptions for political advertisements does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Campaign timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/102707 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""102707 Mason Jennifer Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5118/102707%20Mason%20Jennifer%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""102707 Mason Jennifer Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 102707 Jennnifer Mason closed with technical correction.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5118/PDC%20Case%20102707%20Jennnifer%20Mason%20closed%20with%20technical%20correction.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Technical correction""}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 102707 Jennifer Mason response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5118/PDC%20Case%20102707%20Jennifer%20Mason%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/02/2022 03:03:21 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 2824 7072 155727 06/19/2024 06/19/2024 09/18/2024 John Estey Molly Marshall Molly Marshall: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting over limit in-kind contributions (EY24 JUN24) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on June 19, 2024. The complaint alleged that Molly Marshall, a candidate for Spokane County Commissioner, District 5 in the 2024 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting in-kind contributions in excess of contribution limits.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer, Geoffrey Bracken, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Molly Marshall is a first-time candidate with no prior enforcement history. Staff found that although the Respondent accepted an in-kind contribution in excess of Primary Election contribution limits for services used in the Primary Election, the 2024 Marshall Campaign took steps to mitigate this error by paying for the services to reduce the aggregate contribution total from Hamilton Studios.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, acceptance of an over limit in-kind contribution, which required a monetary payment to reduce the aggregate total contribution amount attributed to the Primary Election to rectify, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Molly Marshall will receive a formal written warning regarding receipt of an in-kind contribution in excess of the contribution limit. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent adhere to any applicable contribution limits attributed to monetary and in-kind contributions in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/64918 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""64918 Education Management Corp Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3508/64918%20Education%20Management%20Corp%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/17/2020 12:01:32 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 2826 6752 153533 11/02/2023 11/02/2023 06/04/2024 Conner Edwards Julie Balmelli-Powe Julie Balmelli-Powe: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalBased on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Nicholas Timm filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for County Commissioner in Okanogan County, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging failure to timely file their post-primary C-4 report, and one C-4 (expenditure) report with a lack of required detail for an in-kind purchase, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The post-primary C-4 was filed on September 11, 2024, one day late.
• The Respondent amended their C-4 report covering June 1, 2024 through July 15, 2024 to include the required expenditure details.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Nicholas Timm will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Nicholas Timm timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On July 17, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Kshama Sawant (respondent), a candidate for City Council Member for the City of Seattle in 2019, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions.
The complaint alleged that in calendar year 2019, the respondent accepted anonymous contributions in the amount of $408.54, which was $108.54 more than the allowable limit of $300. PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that the respondent could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/54852 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""54852 Sawant Kshama Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3099/54852%20Sawant%20Kshama%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54852 Sawant Kshama (2) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3099/54852%20Sawant%20Kshama%20%282%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""54852 Sawant Kshama (2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3099/54852%20Sawant%20Kshama%20%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/11/2019 10:16:14 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2836 3504 64912 02/12/2020 02/12/2020 03/10/2020 PDC Staff DB3 DB3: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely disclose Lobbyist Employer’s expenses for calendar year 2018 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3On March 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified DB3 of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual Lobbyist Employer’s Expense report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018.
DB3 completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual L-3 report no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received on February 17, 2020, 354 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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This complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to completely and accurately disclose expenditure details, including the number of items printed for political advertising.
The PDC resolved this matter with a Statement of Understanding which received on April 16, 2020, along with a check of $300 for penalty payment.
Based on this, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Mr. Shaya has no filing history with the PDC as a candidate or appointed official and has not been found in violation of PDC laws or rules. He was not successful in the election for Whatcom County Sheriff and the small number of votes he may have received as a write-in candidate appears to have had little impact on the final outcome of the election as the total votes for all write-ins accounted for only 0.17%.
During its review, staff found evidence to suggest that Mr. Shaya was a candidate as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(8) and was required by RCW 42.17A.205 to file a C-1 report and by RCW 42.17A.700 to file an F-1 report, both by no later than September 27, 2019. Despite numerous attempts to illicit a response from Mr. Shaya regarding this evidence, staff has had no communication from him, and the C-1 report and F-1 report have not been received.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report as a candidate and a candidate F-1 report covering the previous twelve months, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mr. Shaya received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a C-1 report and F-1 report as a candidate for local office in 2019. The formal written warning will included staff’s expectation that Mr. Shaya timely files all required reports as a candidate for state or local office, beginning with the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the response provided by Anna Rohrbough, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint included an additional allegation regarding a possible breech of the signed contract Ms. Rohrbough agreed to when participating in the ride-along related to the use of what she observed during the event. Apart from the portion of the ride-along event resulting in a possible violation of RCW 42.17A.555, staff found this allegation to be outside of the PDC’s jurisdiction and did not address this part of the complaint.
Anna Rohrbough is a current elected official and was a candidate for a separate county-wide office in 2019. It appears that her failure to disclose a complete sponsor identification for online poltical advertisement sponsored by her campaign, was due to a misunderstanding the applicable statute. Sponsor identification is used to inform the public who has paid for or sponsored a political advertisement. Although the half dozen online advertisements referenced above did not contain the mailing address of the sponsor required in RCW 42.17A.320, the sponsor was still clearly identified as the 2019 Campaign to Elect Anna Rohrbough.
Staff found no evidence to prove that Ms. Rohrbough used the ride-along event to support her campaign. Ms. Rohrbough responded promptly to the complaint and has not previously been found in violation of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include complete sponsor identification in online advertisements paid for by the candidate’s campaign, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Anna Rohrbough about the importance of including sponsor identification, including the name and address of the sponsor, as required on written political advertisements in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 19, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 356 days late.
Construction Material Recycling Assn – NW Chapter completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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These complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.260 for failure to timely & accurately report independent expenditures made within 21 days of an election, RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report independent expenditures on C-4 reports; and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to provide sufficient expenditure details on reports.
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the use of his City of Milton e-mail to send and receive the e-mails does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mark Hutson will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of city facilities to assist an election campaign. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation Mark Hutson review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.320 requires political advertising to include the sponsor’s name and address.
During the 2019 election, the Respondent and fellow candidate Malia Hollowell co-sponsored advertising that appeared on a billboard in Maple Valley, Washington. The billboard did not include the names & addresses of the billboard’s sponsors.
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who said he was unaware of the sponsor identification requirements for political advertising. He indicated his erroneous belief that sponsor identification is not required for advertising that candidates pay for themselves. Upon being notified of the complaint on October 16, 2019, the Respondent immediately took steps to resolve non-compliance by contacting the billboard company the same day and instructing them to reprint the advertising. The revised billboard, including sponsor identification, was posted on October 25, 2019.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to identify the sponsors of political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of identifying the sponsor’s name and address on political advertising, including billboards. The PDC finds that no further actions is warranted. and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A $500 contribution was made from the Mike Kreidler Surplus funds account to the Denny Heck for Congress Campaign in August of 2017. The contribution had been made in error, and after being made aware of the error once the complaint had been filed, the Mike Kreidler Surplus funds account requested the Denny Heck Campaign refund the contribution. The $500 contribution was refunded and received by the Mike Kreidler Surplus funds account on March 9, 2020.
On April 9, 2020, the Mike Kreidler Surplus funds account filed the March 2020 reports disclosing the deposit date of the $500 refunded contribution from the Denny Heck Campaign as being March 10, 2020.
On April 16, 2020, Commissioner Kreidler completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.430 by using surplus funds to make a prohibited $500 monetary contribution to the 2018 Denny Heck for Congress Campaign. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the issue of making a prohibited surplus expenditure.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation concerning the remaining allegations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Staff found that the surplus fund expenditures identified in the complaint, with the exception of the $500 contribution to the Denny Heck Campaign, were for official office related and/or team building activities, and for official office related travel, and thus permissible expenditures.
Those permissible expenditures included: (1) office parties, annual holiday events, retirement parties for Insurance Commissioner Office staff; (2) entry fees and other costs associated with joining the State Agency Softball League, and other activities that boost Insurance Commissioner Officer morale and promote team building; and (3) expenditures made to Commissioner Kreidler reimbursing him for out-of-pocket expenses he incurred while attending the annual National Association of Insurance Commissioner’s (NAIC), and other insurance industry-related meetings, roundtables, etc. while serving in his official capacity.
The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 10, 2019. Your complaint alleged that Larry Gossett, incumbent King County Councilmember and candidate in the 2019 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using a photograph taken outside of an open public meeting held by the King County Council on his re-election Facebook page and by authorizing Council Chief of Staff, Cindy Domingo, to post the photo on his behalf.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the response provided by Councilman Gossett, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff contacted the Kitsap County Auditor’s office and received information from Chief Deputy Auditor Daryl D Daugs II, who told the PDC an Auditor’s office staff member mistakenly entered the office address for candidates who they believed were eligible for the state’s address confidentiality program.
The Kitsap County Auditor’s office has now corrected any candidate information mistakenly listed with the Auditor’s office address.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of 42.17A.555 does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Campaign Fair Practices Code requires the PDC to forward the complaint to the party alleged to have violated the FCPC, request a response within five days, and then send the complaint and the response, if one is received, to news media. Linda Oosterman supplied a response to the complaint's allegations on July 24, 2019. WAC 390-32-030 prevents the Commission and staff from commenting on the complaint or the response.
On July 25, 2019, a copy of the complaint and response were sent to news media.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Paul Mahre; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Mr. Mahre’s response confirmed that his campaign has a process for obtaining all required contact information from donors who utilize the donate option on his campaign website. In addition, the evidence shows that the Mahre Campaign had the required information from your $25.01 online donation within two days of you making the contribution. Staff noted that the complainant, Norm Smith, sent supplemental information to the PDC regarding your complaint against Mr. Mahre in which he stated “[g]oing forward, I have no doubt that Mr. Mahre will diligently attempt to comply with all PDC Regulations. Please take that into consideration that [sic] making your determination.”
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Charles Smith III will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file their Candidate Registration (C-1 report), Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and disclosure of all Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Charles Smith III timely register as a candidate and report financial affairs, contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 14, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 351 days late.
American Multi-Cinema completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
According to PDC Interpretation 07-02, Primary Purpose Test Guidelines, an entity becomes a political committee if they become a “receiver of contributions” to support or oppose candidates or ballot propositions, or if spending funds to support or oppose candidates or ballot propositions become one of its primary purposes. Under the “maker of expenditures” prong, an organization may be required to register as a political committee if one of its primary purposes includes political campaign activity, but an organization would not be required to register solely because one of its primary purposes was to attempt to influence state or local legislation (lobbying).
PDC staff found that the Respondent’s primary purpose is not to make contributions, but rather to keep its members informed about legislative activities that would impact their retirement benefits and pensions. The Respondent indicated that it receives its funding from 1) membership dues and 2) unsolicited voluntary donations from members, which are held in separate accounts. The membership dues are primarily used for educational and member outreach purposes. Members’ voluntary donations are used to finance lobbying activities and make a relatively small amount of contributions to candidates. PDC records indicate that the Respondent spends between 10-20% of its money on lobbying, as well as member communication and other issues. The majority of the Respondent’s activities do not appear to involve making contributions to candidates for public office or electoral political activity. The portion of overall spending attributed to lobbying and candidate contributions is relatively small.
While the Respondent did make expenditures in the form of monetary contributions to candidates, the above findings suggest that it did not meet the primary purpose test and the activity was insufficient to trigger the registration requirements as a political committee. PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to register and report as a political committee does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the applicable statute/rule, the two exhibits attached to the complaint(s), and the reporting requirement(s) pertinent to the sponsor identification statute/rule.
PDC staff found that Ms. Caldier failed to include sponsor identification on her political advertisement for the mailer that was sent to the voters on or about the week of July 20, 2020. Staff reminded Ms. Caldier about the importance of including sponsor identification on political advertisements for all future mailers.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) does not amount a violation warranting further investigation
PDC staff reminded Jared Hofer about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports, including the Candidate Registration.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.240(6) requires candidates to report the name & address of each person to whom an expenditure is made in the aggregate amount of more than $50 during the period covered by the report, including the amount, date and purpose of each expenditure. Pursuant to WAC 390-16-037, expenditures disclosed on the C-4 report should be described “in detail,” including how the recipient of the expenditure (e.g. vendor) will use the goods and/or services purchased, and numerical descriptions (e.g. the number of items printed).
The Respondent filed two C-4 reports in 2019 that appeared to lack expenditure details regarding signs, mailings, and a reimbursed Visa card purchase. Upon being notified of the complaint, the Respondent immediately responded and indicated that he was unable to find a statutory requirement to report the number of signs purchased and had followed the PDC’s instructions for reporting an expenditure made with a personal credit card. The Respondent explained that his campaign had entered expenditure details into the ORCA filing system that, due to field length limitations, were truncated and did not appear on the reports that were publicly available on the PDC’s website.
The Respondent amended his C-4 reports on October 22, 2019 to include the number of signs and mailers purchased. The expenditure details for the credit card purchase were also updated, although a portion of the description still truncates due to ORCA field length limits.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to provide detailed expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon being notified of the errors, the Respondent timely amended his reports, making the necessary technical corrections requested by PDC staff. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on March 11, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 377 days late.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64888 administratively and remove your name from their hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Staff has determined in this instance, failure to accurately disclose personal financial information on the F-1 report filed in 2019 covering 2018 activity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Krystal Marx will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure toaccurately disclose personal financial information on the F-1 report filed for calendar year 2018. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Marx will disclose her City of Burien stipend earned in calendar year 2019 on the F-1 filed in 2020, and, in the future, she must comply with all applicable PDC statutes, rules and reporting requirements.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged failure to completely and accurately report expenditure details does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Huthman about the importance of completely and accurately reporting expenditure details. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Alan Stromberger of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the annual Lobbyist Employer’s Expense report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018.
The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 19, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 356 days late.
Alan Stromberger completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report), disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018, due no later than February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into this allegation or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by David Blomstrom (“the Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the documentation provided by Mr. Blomstrom detailing his 2020 gubernatorial campaign expenses, staff found no evidence that the campaign exceeded the Mini Reporting dollar amount thresholds.
Although Mr. Blomstrom is not a first-time candidate, it appears that the creation and mailing of this specific postcard was mistakenly viewed by him as advertisement for his book only and not as a comprehensive political advertisement. Furthermore, Mr. Blomstrom’s campaign history shows that he has not engaged in this type of advertising in the past and had little knowledge about the requirements at the time he chose the ad language.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification and party preference on political advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Blomstrom about the importance of including the full sponsor on all future written political advertisement and party preference on all political ads in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided in a related case by WA Realtors PAC, PDC Case #55218; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the online advertisements presented in support of the People for Nadine Woodward 2019 campaign were sponsored by WA Realtors PAC and that the advertisements contained sponsor identification required by RCW 42.17.320 and WAC 390-18-030 and were accessible through one click on the ad. The WA Assn. of Realtors did not sponsor the advertisements although they were identified as one of the top three contributors in the sponsor identification.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these findings, staff has determined that, pursuant to WAC 390-37-061(3), to defer the complaint regarding sponsor identification to the jurisdiction of the SEEC because the alleged violation was resolved under an analogous local ordinance, and in the matter of the false or defamatory statements in political advertising staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be pursing further investigation or enforcement action in this case.
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In the image provided to the PDC, the flyers include complete sponsor identification, listing “paid for by ElectPam4Kids” and a post office box address.
Based on these findings, and the fact Orebaugh promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to include the complete sponsor identification on the political advertising sponsored by the 2021 campaign the does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Pam Orebaugh about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political advertising in the future and expects Orebaugh to review PDC’s Political Advertising Guide.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 19, 2019, the PDC received two F-1 reports, signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A.700, and payment of a $200 civil penalty for failure to file. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As a Lobbyist employer, your yearly L-3 report is due by the last day of February of each following year. Our records show your Lobbyist has updated their contract, thereby relieving you of the L-3 reporting requirements for the year of 2018.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64898 administratively and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statute, rule, and the July 28, 2020 response from Mr. Beach.
Staff's review found no evidence to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action. Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff findings and the fact Lisa Anderl took prompt action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Anderl will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Anderl will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete and accurate sponsor identification and detailed descriptions of expenditures, as well as the number of items, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding James Alberson about the importance of complete and accurate sponsor identification on political advertising and the complete and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities for all future PDC reports. PDC staff expects in the future that James Alberson will make all required disclosures in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEMS,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64930
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
Spectrum Health Systems on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
The complaint alleged Steve O’Ban, a State Senator and a 2020 candidate for re-election to the office from the 28th District, violated RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting contributions from an affiliated entity, when aggregated, exceeded the contributions limits for a 2020 legislative candidate of $1,000 each for the primary and general elections.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Mark Lamb, attorney for Steve O’Ban, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation based on the facts that as of July 14, 2020: (1) the campaign had received contributions totaling $366,200.85 and had $124,190.58 as a cash on hand balance; and (2) the $1,000 contribution received from Washington Forward had not been spent by the Campaign.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Steve O’Ban will receive a formal written warning concerning the acceptance of an over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity as noted in this letter. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Campaign will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and interpretations, the evidence provided in the complaint and a response from Bret Howell, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
After review by PDC staff, Howell was provided information in PDC’s political advertising guide and he stated he will add the required sponsor identification to the flyers provided in the complaint, stating “We are updating the flyer graphics but are likely not printing anymore anyway. I have send out a message to our volunteers to please not hand any of our current flyers out until we are able to update them with a sticker containing the needed information.”
Based on these findings, and the fact Howell promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by the 2021 campaign does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bret Howell about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political advertising in the future and expects Howell to review PDC’s Political Advertising Guide.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided in a related case by WA Realtors PAC, PDC Case #55218; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the online advertisements presented in support of the People for Nadine Woodward 2019 campaign were sponsored by WA Realtors PAC and that the advertisements contained sponsor identification required by RCW 42.17.320 and WAC 390-18-030 and were accessible through one click on the ad. Nadine Woodward did not sponsor the advertisements done in support of her campaign.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on December 11, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file required expenditure
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Wayne Stevie filed a single C-4 (expenditure) Report two days late, but otherwise was substantially compliant.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint Lynda Gerpheide filed on June 13, 2019. The complaint alleged that Daniel R. Miller (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 & .770 by failing to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs for election year 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements: the response(s) provided by Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) reports does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Daniel Miller about the importance of the timely filing all future PDC reports, including the candidate registration and financial affairs statement, and responding quickly to PDC requests.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose sponsor address on political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mason Thompson about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification information on all political advertising
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to deposit anonymous contributions within five business days of receipt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Clark County Republican Central Committee about the importance of timely depositing contributions into the designated depository within five business days of receipt. PDC staff expects that the Clark County Republican Central Committee will deposit contributions prior to using them to make expenditures in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the July 28, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $1,000, of which $250 is suspended in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The late filing of the C-4 report for the Surplus account is mitigated by the facts that Greg Kimsey has no prior PDC violations, and the campaign timely disclosed the $7,000 transfer of funds from the Surplus account into the Campaign account.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-4 report covering March 2019 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Greg Kimsey will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclose the transfer of funds from the Surplus account into the Campaign account. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Greg Kimsey will timely file all required reports for both Surplus and Campaign funds for the remainder of this election cycle and for all future campaigns, and for any future surplus fund expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In the response, Chan provided the purchase order and check he used to pay for the shirt worn in the photographs provided in the complaint. PDC guidance (PDC Interpretation 04-02) for local government agencies in election campaigns states the use of self-purchased uniforms is permitted to support a campaign.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities of South Snohomish Fire and Rescue to assist David Chan’s re-election campaign and the campaign of another candidate, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
BEFORE THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
ZENEFITS,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64914
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
Zenefits on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a $150 penalty, which is suspended if the conditions of the Order are met.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Eric Hull (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose the sponsor’s address on a political advertising mailer as indicated in the attached Warning Letter does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Eric Hull received a formal written warning concerning his failure to fully disclose sponsor identification (ID) information, including the sponsor’s address, on all political advertising. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Eric Hull include all sponsor ID information required for the type of political advertising used. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged that Ranked Choice Voting for San Juan County, a local ballot proposition committee supporting Charter Amendment Proposition No. 3 in San Juan County, may have violated RCW 42.17A.350 for inaccurate disclosure of top five donors on sponsor identification on political advertising and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include full sponsorship identification including accurate top five donors’ information on a campaign website.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent and Complainant; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• On May 18, 2022, the Ranked Choice Voting for San Juan County committee filed Committee Registration (C-1PC) with the PDC and selected the Full Reporting Option.
• The Complainant reported receiving a political flyer from the campaign on or about November 5, 2022. The flyer identified the top five contributors to the campaign as FairVote Washington, Jon DeVaan, Shel Kaphan, Rebecca Liebman, and Janet Brownell. The Complainant believed FairVote Action and not FairVote Washington should have been identified on the flyer.
• Per reporting in C-4 #110120985, the flyer cost was obligated to Moxie Media on October 5, 2022. This date is established as the date the advertisement was submitted to the publisher for publication.
• Additionally, the Complainant reported the committee maintained a campaign webpage and provided a screen shot, from approximately November 15, 2022, of the webpage. The webpage also indicated the top five contributors to the campaign as FairVote Washington, Jon DeVaan, Shel Kaphan, Rebecca Liebman, and Janet Brownell. The Complainant believes FairVote Action and not FairVote Washington should have been identified on the webpage.
• Jason Bennett, Ministerial Treasurer for the committee, indicated the webpage was created approximately in late August 2022. It was “updated at least twice since the ballots dropped in October” but because the site had been deleted at the time the complaint review was occurring, logs of when the webpage was updated no longer exist. Nevertheless, based on PDC staff’s use of a web archiving tool, https://web.archive.org/ , two instances of the webpage were discovered from October 4, 2022, and October 12, 2022. The top five contributors identified in these two instances of the webpage are the same donors as provided in Mr. Bangs’ complaint screen shot from November 15, 2022.
• On May 7, 2022, FairVote Washington, made an in-kind donation of $180 to the committee. The donation was the only donation made by FairVote Washington to the committee, during the campaign, but debt to FairVote Washington was incurred by the committee starting with the reporting period of 8/1/22 running through 12/31/22. A donation from FairVote Action, for $10,000, was received on 10/21/22. PDC staff reviewed the C-3 reports and confirmed the other identified donors did donate during the period specific to the creation of the flyer and the webpage. These donors met the statutory definition of a top five contributor per WAC 390-18-025.
• In his response December 2, 2022, Mr. Bennett explained the committee chose to identify FairVote Washington as a top five contributor on both the flyer and the webpage because “FairVote Washington will be inkinding some work on behalf of the committees so we thought it more transparent to include them in the Top 5 should the committees not raise enough money to reimburse FairVote Washington for work performed on behalf of the committees.”
• The committee did timely submit all required reports for Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Summary Full Reports Receipts and Expenditures (C-4). These reports appear to accurately identify contributors, cash or in-kind amounts donated, debts and obligations. The committee filed a C-3 on January 27, 2023, reporting a cash contribution, received on 1/19/23, from FairVote Washington and a C-4 for the period 1/1/23-1/31/23 reporting all prior obligations as zero balances.
• The committee has expressed that it was not a proper assumption on their part to have identified FairVote Washington as a top five contributor based on incurring debt and forecasting the debt would be made in-kind if funds were not raised to cover the debt.
• Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Neither the date the political flyer was received by the public nor the date a committee webpage was accessed determine whether the identification of top donors was accurate in this case. WAC 390-18-025 identifies the “date on which the advertisement is published or otherwise presented to the public” is the point-in-time date which the top five contributors must be identified. As well, there is no statutory obligation to continually update a webpage or manually amend a flyer if larger contributions are received once the webpage or flyer are published.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ranked Choice Voting for San Juan County about the importance of following sponsor identification and top donor requirements. When the reported top donors don’t match contribution records, the information can obscure who is funding the campaign just as easily as providing too little information. PDC staff expects in the future that the Respondent will adhere to RCW 42.17A.320 & .350 and PDC Interpretation No. 07-04 as well as any future PDC guidance, laws, and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Chair Monica Chilton and Treasurer Eric Valpey, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the Snohomish County Democrats did submit campaign reports late ranging from calendar year 2018 forward, many of the expenses were for party building activities, utilities and overhead. The late reported contributions made by the Respondent were mitigated by the fact that the recipients of those contributions timely disclosed them to the public before the election. Staff noted that the majority of reports filed in 2018 and discussed in the complaint are beyond the statute of limitations for any enforcement action.
Staff found no evidence that the Snohomish County Democrats purposely filed late or inaccurate campaign reports in order to conceal its activities from the public or adversely affect the outcome of previous elections.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file campaign reports dating back from calendar year 2018 forward, including details of in-kind contribution activities, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file reports disclosing campaign activity. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Snohomish County Democrats timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93938 500.00 250.00 250.00 0.00 500.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""93938 Baines Jessie Annual Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4126/93938%20Baines%20Jessie%20Annual%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93938 Baines Jessie K Jr CY20 F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4126/93938%20Baines%20Jessie%20K%20Jr%20CY20%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jessie Baines Jr"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2022-03-04"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-04-04"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended penalty paid & F-1 report filed w/in 30 days & no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/19/2025 10:40:41 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 2899 5120 102734 01/09/2022 01/08/2022 03/28/2022 Dmitry Grigorenko Northshore School District Northshore School District: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to promote a ballot proposition. (EY '22; Jan '22) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on January 8, 2022. The complaint alleged that Northshore School District (the District), a public school district serving King and Snohomish Counties, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using of public facilities to promote a ballot proposition in the February 8, 2022 special election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules; PDC Interpretation No. 01-03; and the response provided by Attorney Duncan Fobes with Patterson Buchanan Fobes & Leitch Inc. P.S. on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the District uses paid advertisement, including Twitter and other social media platforms, for levies, bonds, and other communication with the community and has done so with regularity for the last five years.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance regarding the use of paid advertisement and social media posts to communicate information about the February bond and levies, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, although not part of the complaint, staff’s review of the content of the levy and bond materials found them to be potentially problematic. PDC staff is reminding Northshore School District about the importance of limiting the content of information produced by the District regarding ballot propositions to factual information only in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 01-03.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and a $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response from Mark Lamb, attorney for Chris Gildon, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation based on the facts that as of July 14, 2020: (1) the campaign had received contributions totaling $101,155.39 and had $20,456.45 as a cash on hand balance; and (2) the $1,000 contribution received from Washington Forward had not been spent by the Campaign.
Based on these findings, and the fact Gildon refunded the contribution promptly when notified of the requirement, staff has determined in this instance the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Chris Gildon about the importance of acceptance of an over-limit contribution from an affiliated entity in accordance with PDC laws and rules and staff expects the Campaign will adhere to the contribution limits for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle and not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $100 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Jake Mayson, Chairman for SGGA; the response provided in a related case by WA Realtors PAC, PDC Case #55218; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the online advertisements presented in support of the People for Nadine Woodward 2019 campaign were sponsored by WA Realtors PAC and that the advertisements contained sponsor identification required by RCW 42.17.320 and WAC 390-18-030 and were accessible through one click on the ad. Although SGGA has disclosed on C-6 reports, expenditures done in support of the Woodward campaign, they did not sponsor the online advertisements in this complaint.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the complexity of the case, PDC staff took this matter to a full Commission hearing and a violation was found by the Commission. A final Order was subsequently issued by the Commission imposing a $1,000 civil penalty with $950 suspended on the condition that the Respondent in this matter does not commit any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of the Order, and the Respondent pays the $50 non-suspended civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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The complaint alleged that FairVote Washington, an incidental committee, supporting the Ranked Choice for Clark County, Ranked Choice for San Juan County, and Ranked Choice Voting for Seattle political committees, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 and RCW 42.17A.350 by failing to correctly identify the sponsor and top five contributors on their website as well as the webpages for the supported political committees.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent and Complainant; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), however, FairVote Washington completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of:
The $150 penalty assessed resolves the violations listed above.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately report contributions and provide itemized break downs of expenditures, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Whatcom County Republican Party about the importance of accurately reporting contribution details, and providing complete and accurate details for all expenditures. PDC staff expects the complete and accurate reporting of contribution and expenditure details in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On November 12, 2022, Misipati Semi Bird filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for Governor of the State of Washington in 2024, selecting the Full Reporting option, and initially listing the candidate as Treasurer. The Campaign filed several amended Candidate Registrations between November 28, 2022 and January 4, 2024, listing different Campaign officers and information, and on January 22, 2024, the Campaign filed an Amended Candidate Registration listing Kellie Crabb as Treasurer.
Allegation – Failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports providing the required Employer and Occupation for individuals contributing above the threshold for disclosure and providing the required expenditure details (RCW 42.17A.235 and .240):
PDC staff’s review of the Campaign filings found that between December 27-28, 2023, the Campaign filed 26 amended C-3 and C-4 reports to address the allegations listed in the multiple complaints that were related to this matter, providing the required contribution and expenditure information. In addition, the Campaign filed four amended C-4 reports on January 10, 2024, providing additional corrected information. The Campaign stated in their responses that they filed amended C-3 reports to update the contributor information “to reflect the requested changes, thus addressing Mr. Hillard's complaint in regards to employer and occupation information.” The Campaign has “developed a worksheet and quality control checklist to ensure all required donor information is captured prior to submission to the campaign treasurer” to file the C-3 reports more accurately. Staff queried, downloaded, and reviewed the Campaign’s contributors from the PDC contribution database, and this information verified the Campaign filed amended C-3 reports disclosing updated contributor Employer and Occupation information for the individuals identified in the complaint. Staff noted that several of the individual contributors made multiple contributions and that the earliest contributions did not meet the threshold for providing the Employer and Occupation information, and those C-3 reports were not amended.
The amended C-4 reports filed by the Campaign provided the required expenditure details and sub-vendor breakdowns for expenditures made to third party subcontractors. The Campaign stated that “even though all C-4 reports filed had a description of the expenditure, we have updated each item to reflect additional expenditure details, to include the specific number/amount of an item(s) purchased.” Staff reviewed the amended C-4 reports filed by the Campaign concerning the updated expenditure details, and verified the Campaign provided the required information such as the number of signs produced, or mailers/flyers printed.
Allegation – Failure to include the party preference on political advertising sponsored by the Campaign (RCW 42.17A.320):
The Campaign response stated: “we have taken immediate action on all Semi Bird for Governor political advertisements to ensure that they include either the ""R"" for the Republican party or have the word “Republican” spelled out as specified in the Candidate Registration.” The corrective action taken by the Campaign was applied to all forms of political advertisements that included radio and television broadcast ads, yard signs, billboards, and other campaign related paraphernalia. In addition, the Campaign reviewed all online platforms that included the “Campaign website, Campaign Facebook page, and other social media sites, as well as future Google and Facebook ads/boosted posts, now accurately reflect the party preference.”
Allegation – Exceeding contribution limits and spending general election contributions prior to the primary election being held (RCW 42.17A.405):
The Campaign stated that after a “closer examination, we found the campaign did not exceed contribution limits.” The Campaign stated concerning the first allegation that it involved contributions received from a father and son, and that both were contributors who shared “identical names.” The Campaign stated the remaining two allegations of exceeding contribution limits “have been clarified” and that one issue involved “a duplicate entry error concerning the reporting of donations, while the other involved the misclassification of an individual family” contribution that had been received. The Campaign stated that both issues have now been rectified and reiterated that the “campaign did not spend ‘general election’ funds for the ‘primary
election.’”
Allegation – The Campaign failed to timely deposit monetary contributions into the campaign bank account within five business days of receipt.
One of the complaints alleged that the Campaign received 19 monetary contributions but had failed to timely deposit those contributions within five business days of receipt into the Campaign bank account as required by statute. The 19 contributions listed in the complaint were deposited between 1 to 39 days late, involved monetary contributions that were received between December 8, 2022, through October 14, 2023, and deposited by the Campaign for amounts that varied between $30 to $250.
The Campaign stated they are aware of the requirement to timely deposit contributions into the Campaign bank account or depository. The responses to the complaints stated that the Campaign is “committed to depositing all monetary contributions within five business days of receipt. Lastly, our team is dedicated to
maintaining the highest standards in our campaign compliance with the PDC.”
Allegation – The Campaign failed to disclose an advertisement in the Kitsap County publication the “Coffee News” and no expenditures have been reported for the candidate undertaking a podcast (RCW 42.17A.240):
The Campaign stated there were no expenditures made to purchase an advertisement in the Coffee News, and that the advertisement in question “was an in kind donation that was recorded with the PDC on 11-30-23.” With regards to the podcast, the Campaign stated that prior to running for office, Semi Bird “specialized in training and development”, that the “podcast studio is located in the candidate’s home, therefore there is no studio cost. The software to run the podcast was a free download, therefore there is no production cost. Any equipment used for the podcast was owned by the candidate.”
The Campaign stated that, “to enhance our compliance with PDC reporting requirements, the campaign will implement a set of robust internal controls and practices,” and that those measures will address the allegations listed in your complaints concerning the timely filing of C-3 and C-4 reports, the timely depositing within five business days for contributions received, timely providing the Employer and Occupation information for certain contributions received, and expenditure details, particularly for political advertising.
Those internal control measures include the following: (1) Regular Audits: The Campaign will conduct internal audits to review the financial records and books of account to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the PDC reports filed. (2) Staff Training: The Campaign will provide training to staff concerning PDC regulations and reporting requirements “to foster a culture of awareness and compliance.” (3) Designated Compliance Officer: The Campaign will appoint “a dedicated Compliance Officer to oversee and enforce adherence to PDC guidelines.” (4) Checklists: The Campaign will implement internal controls and processes that will involve the use of “checklists” to ensure the required attention to the PDC reporting requirements and to facilitate compliance with the PDC filing requirements.
Finally, staff’s review found two other complaints had been filed against the Campaign that included PDC Case 138400, a complaint filed on June 2, 2023; and PDC Case 115351, a complaint filed on December 15, 2022. Both matters/cases were resolved with a Formal Written Warning letter being issued, for minor violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 as follows: (1) Case 138400: the warning was for failing to timely disclose pledges received from individuals at an event hosted by the Ladies of Liberty Tri-Cities; and (2) Case 115351: the warning was for failing to timely file the initial C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing a $6,000 contribution received from Semi Bird to start his Campaign. Based on these findings, that included the Campaign initiating stronger internal controls to ensure Compliance with the PDC reporting requirements, staff determined in these instances, the Campaign’s failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditure details, the Employer and Occupation information for monetary contributions received from individuals on the C-3 and C-4 reports, and for failing to include the party preference on some political advertising sponsored by the Campaign, were not violations that warranted further investigation or enforcement action.
In addition, staff found no evidence that the Campaign exceeded contribution limits or spent general election contributions for the 2024 primary election. Staff reviewed the facts and findings concerning the two warning letters sent to the Campaign for alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and took those findings into consideration when determining the proper resolution for the allegations listed in your complaints. Staff determined the two prior warning letters were mitigated by the following facts: (1) the late filed initial C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign only listed a $6,000 personal contribution from the candidate, and that information was disclosed more than 550 days before the August 2024 primary election; (2) concerning the failure to timely disclose pledges for future monetary contribution not yet received, those funds were not available for use by the Campaign, and the funds were received from individuals in attendance at a single event and ultimately disclosed well in advance of the election; and (3) the Campaign is for a statewide office and has received a total of $316,385 in monetary and in-kind contributions that included 1,151 separate contributions totaling $309,401, plus 32 of the C-3 reports filed disclosed small contributions totaling $6,984. In addition, the
Campaign disclosed $300,032 in total expenditures made through December 31, 2023.
Pursuant to WAC 390-060(1)(d), the 2024 Semi Bird for Governor Campaign will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to: (1) timely and accurately disclose expenditure details such as the number of mailers printed, or yard signs produced on the C-4 reports; (2) timely disclose the Employer and Occupation information for monetary contributions received from individuals above the disclosure threshold on the C-3 reports; (3) timely deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt; and (4) include the party preference on political advertising sponsored by the Campaign. The warning includes staff expectation that the Campaign will timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2024 election cycle and will include the party preference on all future political advertisements sponsored by the Campaign.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed the allegations in these complaints by the three of you in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1).
On November 19, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging that Alex Campbell, an individual domiciled in the City of Woodinville, and the owner of a local news website/YouTube channel – OneWoodinville, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to disclose sponsor identification on political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaint and noted that during the 2023 election cycle, Respondent Alex Campbell created and presented two separate campaign political advertisements to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on his campaign-related advertisement, staff determined that it was an error on his part. Mr. Campbell has been proactive in seeking independent/electioneering communication advice in past years and has been forthcoming in his involvement with the ads at issue in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement during the 2023 election year.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint, the relevant statute(s) and rules, and the response to the complaint to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While identified in the video as Cowlitz County Sheriff, Thurman responded to the complaint stating he “appeared in the video from my own home, on my own time, wearing personal clothing with no trappings of public office, and using my personal i-Pad.”
Based on this, staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence provided, applicable statutes and rules, and the responses provided by Farrah Manning Davis, Dawn Tarantino, and Bree Kramer Nelson to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
All three candidates responded to the allegation and each provided documents showing the mailer cost a total of $1761.86 to print and postage cost a total of $1,995.
The responses stated the printing cost and mailing cost was spilt equally among the candidates, with the total cost to each candidate for printing was $587.29 and the total cost to each for postage was $665.
All three candidates responded to the allegation of exceeding mini-reporting, stating those costs, plus other election-related expenditures, did not total more than $5,000.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the Committee’s failure to include the complete required expenditure detail for political advertisements purchased by the Committee does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. The Committee is continuing to work with PDC staff and making a good faith effort to bring its reports fully into compliance. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to accurately report and describe expenditures and contributions.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation timely and accurately files all future required PDC reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
WA FOR GOOD POLICING,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64911
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
WA for Good Policing on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
The complaint alleged Kristine Reeves violated RCW 42.17A.600 by failing to register as a lobbyist prior to lobbying and RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to timely disclose expenditures and income on monthly L2 reports.
There is no evidence Kristine Reeves performed lobbying activities.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.600 and 42.17A.615 do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent and Complainant; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The date a committee webpage was accessed is not determinative of whether the identification of top donors was accurate in this case. WAC 390-18-025 identifies the “date on which the advertisement is published or otherwise presented to the public” is the point-in-time date which the top five contributors must be identified. As well, there is no statutory obligation to continually update a webpage if larger contributions are received once the webpage is published.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/114357 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""114357 Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5627/114357%20Ranked%20Choice%20Voting%20for%20Clark%20County%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""114357 Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""114357 Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5627/114357%20Ranked%20Choice%20Voting%20for%20Clark%20County%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""114357 Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Complaint Return Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5627/Ranked%20Choice%20Voting%20for%20Clark%20County%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""114357 Ranked Choice Voting for Clark County Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/12/2024 02:32:15 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 2936 6017 139594 07/12/2023 10/02/2023 PDC Staff Charles Mister Jr Charles Mister Jr: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate in election year 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1On May 15, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging that Jon Martin, the incumbent mayor of City of Ocean Shores, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 and .710 by failing to timely and accurately disclose income on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) reports for years 2020 – 2022, as required by the statutory scheme.
Staff’s review found that Mayor Martin failed to report income on his prior F-1 reports as well. Specifically, F-1 reports for 2017 and 2018. In addition to reporting income from Hanner Enterprises, Mayor Martin was required to report income received as a sitting city council member for the City of Ocean Shores in 2017 and 2018.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued an Amended Written Warning to Mayor Martin for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.700 and .710. In the Warning letter, Mayor Martin was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Kenneth Dilbeck completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on April 22, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/154822 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""154822 Kenneth Dilbeck BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6883/154822%20Kenneth%20Dilbeck%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""154822 Kenneth Dilbeck BAP Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""SOU.jpg"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6883/SOU.jpg"", ""description"" : ""154822 Kenneth Dilbeck SOU"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Multiple Respondents Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6883/Multiple%20Respondents%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/23/2025 10:57:53 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 2941 5912 138725 06/20/2023 08/21/2023 PDC Staff Mandy Ohara Mandy Ohara: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to Register Campaign (C-1 report) and failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY23 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1WAC 390-05-271(1) states that .555 does not restrict the right of individuals to express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, provided that such expression does not involve the use of public office or agency facilities. While the use of a title is permitted in some instances, the use of other public agency facilities, such as staff time and equipment, is prohibited. As a result, the Op-Ed does not appear to meet the conditions set forth in the above rule.
WAC 390-05-271(2) indicates that .555 does not prevent a public officer or agency from 1) making facilities available on a nondiscriminatory, equal access basis for political uses; or 2) making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition (commonly referred to as a “Fact Sheet”) provided such action is part of the office or agency’s normal and regular conduct. However, in the case of the November 19, 2024, Board Meeting, it appears that facilities were not made equally available to opponents of the ballot proposition and/or a No committee. In addition, the Op-Ed piece does not appear to qualify as a Fact Sheet because the content was not solely neutral and factual. Finally, to be considered “normal and regular” an activity must be lawful and not otherwise violate .555.
The PDC is charged with enforcing RCW 42.17.555, which requires consideration and analysis of activities that may or may not be determined to be in violation of the statute. Over the years, the PDC has developed methods of considering and analyzing activities engaged in by school districts and public offices. Among the factors considered are the normal and regular conduct of the district and the timing, tone, and tenor of their activities as compared with ballot measure elections. As in any matter where intent is to be considered, hard and fast rules that are applicable to all situations are difficult to establish.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities for the purpose of supporting a ballot measure. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you do not use public facilities for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164577 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164577 Washington Teamsters Legislative League Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7563/164577%20Washington%20Teamsters%20Legislative%20League%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164577 Washington Teamsters Legislative League Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7563/164577%20Washington%20Teamsters%20Legislative%20League%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164577 Washington Teamsters Legislative League Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7563/164577%20Washington%20Teamsters%20Legislative%20League%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/06/2025 08:20:32 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2945 7624 168026 02/27/2025 02/27/2025 05/27/2025 Christopher Randels Kenneth Oberman Kenneth Oberman: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (EY25 FEB25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Christopher Randels on February 27, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for public office.
It appears that the Respondent was not initially aware of the filing deadline for the F-1 report but submitted it the day after receiving notice of the complaint.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning your failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate for public office. PDC staff expects that you will timely file any future applicable F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On November 5, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the officials of the City of Lake Stevens Police Department, may have violated, RCW 42.17A.555 by using/authorizing the use of City of Lake Stevens resources/facilities to promote a political candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that the City of Lake Stevens Police Department violated RCW 42.17A.555 by indirectly promoting a political candidate in the 2023 election year and issued a formal warning to the City of Lake Stevens official.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence provided, applicable statutes and rules, and the responses provided by Farrah Manning Davis, Dawn Tarantino, and Bree Kramer Nelson to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
All three candidates responded to the allegation and each provided documents showing the mailer cost a total of $1761.86 to print and postage cost a total of $1,995.
The responses stated the printing cost and mailing cost was spilt equally among the candidates, with the total cost to each candidate for printing was $587.29 and the total cost to each for postage was $665.
All three candidates responded to the allegation of exceeding mini-reporting, stating those costs, plus other election-related expenditures, did not total more than $5,000.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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On January 19, 2022, the Committee filed an amended C-3 report listing a $5,500 contribution from the Tulalip Tribe received November 1, 2021.
Based on these findings, and the fact the Committee’s cash on hand balance never dropped below $10,000 and it promptly refunded the contribution, staff has determined that in this instance, the Committee’s acceptance of and retaining an over-limit contribution does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the 38th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the acceptance of an over-limit contribution as noted in this letter. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Committee will not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dan Brady on behalf of his client Concerned Taxpayers of Washington State; the response provided in a related case by WA Realtors PAC, PDC Case #55218; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the online advertisements presented in support of the People for Nadine Woodward 2019 campaign were sponsored by WA Realtors PAC and that the advertisements contained sponsor identification required by RCW 42.17.320 and WAC 390-18-030 and were accessible through one click on the ad. Although Concerned Taxpayers of Washington State has disclosed on C-6 reports, other expenditures done in support of the Woodward campaign, they did not sponsor the online advertisements in this complaint.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the omission of sponsor identification in the newspaper advertisement was unintentional and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor from the public. Staff noted that that Mr. Amerein took prompt corrective action to add the required sponsor ID to subsequent ads. Regarding the matter of party preference, staff found that although the placement requirements were not met, the text of the advertisement clearly identified the Respondent’s party.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on a newspaper advertisement paid for by the candidate and failure to place the candidate’s party preference apart from other text, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Charles Amerein will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include sponsor identification and the required placement of party preference on a written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Amerein will review all written political advertisements done in the future to ensure they include any applicable sponsor identification that any party preference conforms with the placement requirements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that, pursuant to WAC 390-37-061(3), to defer this complaint to the jurisdiction of the SEEC because the alleged violation was resolved under an analogous local ordinance. The PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be pursing further investigation or enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence provided; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a candidate for election who did not participate in the Primary Election. He registered as a candidate with the PDC on September 4, 2019 by filing a C-1 report and selected the Full Reporting Option, which triggers the requirement to file periodic C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC based on the election cycle.
Upon being notified of the complaint, the Respondent indicated that his campaign did not solicit or collect contributions but had received in-kind contributions, which he previously attempted to report. The Respondent indicated that technical issues with the online filing system had frustrated compliance. He quickly took corrective action to disclose campaign activity for September & October and worked with the PDC to amend minor or ministerial errors on previously submitted reports.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely & accurately file two C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely disclosing all contribution & expenditure activity, including in-kind donations, and timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
PDC records indicate that you are no longer have a registered lobbyist for the months that previously triggered monthly L-3 reports covering 2018 pursuant to RCW 42.17A.630.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64910 administratively and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter
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Staff review found that if a candidate has expressed a party affiliation or independent/no party preference designation on the declaration of candidacy, that designation should be depicted on all political advertisement presented to the public. In Mr. Snaza’s case, since his campaign expressed a party preference/affiliation on the declaration of candidacy filed on May 16, 2022, he was required to include “Republican” or “R” on all his campaign advertisements. Staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Snaza for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.320. In the Warning letter, Mr. Snaza was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/119960 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""119960 Snaza Robert Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5642/119960%20Snaza%20Robert%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""119960 Snaza Rob Complaint Return Letter .....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5642/119960%20Snaza%20Rob%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20.....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""119960 Snaza Rob Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5642/119960%20Snaza%20Rob%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/13/2024 11:12:54 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 2963 5733 124129 04/12/2023 06/26/2023 PDC Staff INTL COUNCIL OF SHOPPING CENTERS INTL COUNCIL OF SHOPPING CENTERS: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3On July 22, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Rodney Mullen, a first-time candidate for the County Commissioner (Position 2) in Franklin County, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification (paid-for-by information) on a political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirement(s) pertinent to the sponsor identification.
Staff found that Mr. Mullen failed to include sponsor identification (paid-for-by information, followed by his name and complete address) on his political advertisement for the postcard/mailer that was sent to voters on or about the second week of July 2020.
Staff reminded Mr. Mullen about the importance of including sponsor identification information on political advertisement for all future mailers and reiterated its expectation that Mr. Mullen will review all political advertisements in the future that, he and his campaign sponsors, to ensure they contain required sponsor identification information (""Paid for or Sponsored by"" followed by the candidate's name and full address), as required by law.
Based on this information, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/74254 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""74254 Mullen Rodney Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3628/74254%20Mullen%20Rodney%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""74254 Mullen Rodney Complaint RESPONSE.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3628/74254%20Mullen%20Rodney%20Complaint%20RESPONSE.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""74254 Mullen Rodney Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3628/74254%20Mullen%20Rodney%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/30/2020 11:11:02 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 2965 5114 102550 01/14/2022 02/10/2022 PDC Staff J. Neilan McPartland John Neilan McPartland: :Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Steven X. Martinez was a registered candidate once before in 2021 but lost in the primary election and has no prior violations. It appears that after he submitted the C-1 report in April 2022, he decided not to continue his campaign for Pasco City Council and did not file to have his name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Steven X. Martinez will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should he become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaint and noted that during the 2023 election cycle, Respondent Valerie Sasson’s campaign created and presented a campaign political advertisement to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on her campaign-related advertisement, staff determined that it was an error on her part. Valerie Sasson was a first-time candidate who was not familiar with the statutory requirements related to sponsor identification on political advertisement.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement during the 2023 election year.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to list the real estate on the initial F-1 does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Amy Breitenstein will receive a formal written warning concerning the responsibility to list real estate owned on the F-1. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Breitenstein, in the future, list real estate owned in Washington state on the F-1. PDC staff provided Breitenstein with information on the personal financial disclosure responsibilities. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against the Clallam County Democratic Central Committee; a bona fide political party county committee registered with the PDC, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by the Clallam County Democratic Central Committee for failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports during calendar years 2018 to the present, and to verify the correct amounts of funds are carried forward from the end of a calendar year to the next calendar year for both the Limited and Unlimited accounts.
On December 27, 2018, the Committee filed a Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a bona fide political party county committee, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Anthony Corrado as Chair; Sandra Ulf as Vice-Chair; and Margaret Goette as Treasurer. And on January 11, 2023, the Committee filed an updated Committee Registration with the PDC as a bona fide political party county committee, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Jennie Peterson as Chair; Paul Pickett as Vice-Chair; and Dale Nachreiner as Treasurer.
The Committee has filed C-3 and C-4 reports with the PDC dating back to 2007 for both the Limited and Unlimited accounts. Mr. Nachreiner stated that the “complainant, when listing the number of days of the late submission, used the amended submission date, not the original submission date when listing the days late.” The complaint also listed “a holiday as the due date, when it is PDC policy to move that date to the next business day.”
Mr. Nachreiner stated that almost one-half of the alleged late filed C-3 and C-4 reports were not filed late, and he added that “one almost feels that the complaint was as much harassment as protecting the public right to know where money in politics comes from and is going.” He attached an Excel spreadsheet along with the Committee’s response, that was copied from the original complaint spreadsheet submitted by Mr. Morgan, and he added a column providing comments or a reply for some of the “alleged late filed reports.” In addition, he provided the following year by year summary of the activities being alleged:
CY 2021-2023: The complaint alleged that twenty (20) C3 or C4 submissions listed in the complaint were filed late, and Mr. Nachreiner stated the following: (1) Seven of the alleged late filed C-3 reports listed in the complaint were due on a holiday, either July 4th or Labor Day, noting that the PDC reporting dates list the next day following the holiday as the due date. He stated that all seven C-3 reports were filed on the PDC due date. (2) Six of the reports listed as late, included three C-3 reports and three C-4 reports, were initially filed on the due date, but the complainant “used amended submission date, when showing the number of days late.” (3) Four of the C-4 reports listed in the complaint were as he stated “for the special submission dates 21- or 7-days before the primary. During my tenue, Clallam County Democrats did not participate in primaries.” He added that the Committee file monthly C-4 reports by the 10th of the next month, and that all four reports were timely filed. (4) One C-3 report was for contributions that were deposited directly into the Committee bank account “from PayPal and was not discovered” until he conducted a reconciliation of the bank statements in August 2022. He stated the C-3 report was filed late and that “this was an oversight.” (5) One C-4 report was not timely filed for one of the 21-Day Pre-General Election dates, which was an oversight by the Committee. He stated “there were no contributions or expenditures activity in this account for the past few months. Zero balance.” (6) One C-3 report (Rep No #110131396) “was submitted incorrectly. A check was issued to a vendor for a security deposit that would be returned if there was no damage to a rented space for a fundraiser. The expenditures were recorded and noted as a security deposit and rental space and listed in an earlier C4. Months later, after the event, the security deposit check was returned.” He stated that the C-3 report was filed once the check had been returned.
CY 2023: Mr. Nachreiner stated that one C-4 report was filed 21 days late and listed $64.78 in activity items. The C-4 report was filed late since a July 2023 monthly C-4 report was filed but the Committee had endorsed a candidate which required the filing of the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report.
CY 2022: Mr. Nachreiner stated that six C-3 reports were filed between one to nine days late disclosing a combined $85.14 in total contributions received.
CY 2021: Mr. Nachreiner stated that one C-4 report, the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report, was filed one day late disclosing $723.31 in Committee contribution and expenditure activities.
CY 2020: Mr. Nachreiner stated that three alleged C-4 reports were filed late in 2020 that included: (1) For one C-4 report the original C-4 report was timely filed on the required due date but the complainant used the date the amended C-4 report was filed; and (2) For two of the C-4 reports, the treasurer missed the 7-day pre-election C4 report deadline and the reports were filed six days late. He stated that this was an oversight on the part of the 2020 Treasurer.
CY 2019: Mr. Nachreiner stated that five C-3 reports were filed three to 34 days late, disclosing a combined $280.08 in total contributions received; one C-3 report was filed 356 days late but was blank; and one C-4 report was filed two days late but disclosed no contribution or expenditure activities.
CY 2018: Mr. Nachreiner stated that one C-3 report was filed 99 days late and he noted in the comment’s column of the spreadsheet that a “Low-cost fund raiser deposit ($863.00) was missed but was found during a review of the Committee’s bank account after the Treasurer had resigned.”
Finally, concerning the remaining allegations for the final cash on hand balances for the both the Limited and Unlimited accounts, and the corresponding carryforward balances, Mr. Nachreiner stated that he reconciled the contributions and expenditures disclosed activities on C-3 and C-4 reports for both the Limited and Unlimited accounts, with the Committee bank statements and found the following:
There were mistakes in the Unlimited account for calendar year 2021 that totaled $1,400 and included: (1) a $700 expenditure for Committee rent that was paid on January 8, 2021, (check #1715) and posted in Quicken but not reported in ORCA; and (2) a $700 expenditure for Committee rent that was paid on November 1, 2021, (check #1764) and posted in Quicken but not reported in ORCA.
There were mistakes in the Limited account for calendar year 2022 that totaled $1,412.11 and included: (1) a $700 expenditure for Committee rent that was paid on April 1, 2022, (check #1292) and posted in Quicken but not reported in ORCA; (2) an $11.27 expenditure to Act Blue for processing fees that was posted to the bank account on April 9, 2021, and posted in Quicken, but not reported in ORCA; (3) a $232.50 expenditure for the Committee’s portion of the HQ utility expenses paid on May 16, 2022, posted in Quicken, but not reported in ORCA; (4) a $234 PayPal expenditure made on May 23, 2022, was incorrectly entered and should have been listed as $2.34; and (5) a $700 expenditure for Committee rent that was paid on October 1, 2022, (check #1316) and posted in Quicken but not reported in ORCA.
On December 19, 2023, Mr. Nachreiner filed amended C-4 reports for the both the Committee’s Limited and Unlimited accounts disclosing the activities listed above, correcting the end of the year cash on hand balances with the carry forward amounts for the next year, and reconciling those totals with the Committee’s bank statements.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the Clallam County Democratic Central Committee concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of calendar year 2023, and for all future calendar years. The warning includes providing the required details for expenditures and in-kind contributions, such as the number of signs produced or flyers printers; to properly reconcile the Committee’s activities with the bank statements, and to ensure the correct amounts are carried forward from the end of a calendar year to the next calendar year for both the Limited and Unlimited accounts.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Respondent’s email appears to have been sent with the primary purpose of following up with the Attorney General’s office on a matter of Sheriff’s office business. The Respondent’s email did reference his run for public office but otherwise was informational in nature and did not include a request for support or other action on the part of the recipient.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to communicate intent to run for public office to an employee of a state agency does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The late filing of the F-1 report by David Tobin appears to be an oversight and not done to withhold personal financial information from the public.
Based on our case review, in this instance, failure to timely file the candidate F-1 report disclosing financial activity for the previous twelve months does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation. As well, the PDC finds that there is no evidence to support a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 and RCW.17A.205 for failing to accurately file an F-1 and not filing a C-1.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, David Tobin will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to follow filing requirements for timely filing of the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). PDC staff expects in the future that David Tobin will file all campaign reports on time following PDC laws and rules. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is called for and has dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Dick Haugan on behalf of PRSM, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found that PRSM receives contributions and makes expenditures to support the mission of Bainbridge Island Shoreline Homeowners and that their activities do not appear to meet the definition of a political committee or incidental committee requiring them to register and report as either.
In addition, staff found that that the email communication was sent to specific recipients identified as supporters of PRSM and not “mass communication” that would make the message political advertisement requiring sponsor identification and disclosure.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules, the responses provided by the Respondent; the verbal testimony of witnesses; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supported a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence is insufficient to support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. For the reasons outlined below, the information available does not sufficiently establish that the Respondent engaged in prohibited activities that violate RCW 42.17A.555 and/or .635.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However,Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Francis Benjamin will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Francis Benjamin timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 civil penalty.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received the annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 18, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making this report 357 days late.
WA Asparagus Commission completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file or timely file an annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018 that was due February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this complaint.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64907 and remove their name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although Mr. Keen submitted the C-4 report disclosing the in-kind contribution of the use of the website domain for his 2022 campaign, the report identified the candidate as the donor and the amount accounted for less than one percent of the total contributions received from all sources. In addition, staff found no evidence proving that the C-1 and F-1 reports were filed late.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a C-4 repot disclosing a small in-kind contribution from the candidate does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Anthony Keen about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contributions to his campaign, including personal funds and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; witness testimony; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The prohibition on use of facilities set forth in RCW 42.17A.555 does not appear to apply to the alleged activity because 1) neither the Respondent nor the property manager who posted the campaign sign are persons subject to .555; and 2) the signpost was not public office/agency facilities because it was not owned, rented or leased by a public office or agency.
Furthermore, the activity described in this complaint does not fall under the purview or jurisdiction of the PDC, which regulates and enforces RCW 42.17A.555 but does not regulate or enforce RCW 42.52, which addresses use of facilities by the legislative branch.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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RCW 42.17A.560 is entitled “Time limit for state official to solicit or accept contributions” and states in part “(1) During the period beginning on the thirtieth day before the date a regular legislative session convenes and continuing through…. the date that session adjourns, no state official or a person employed by or acting on behalf of a state official, or state legislator may solicit or accept contributions to a … candidate or authorized committee….”
For the 2024 Legislative session, the session freeze period began on Saturday, December 9, 2023, 30 days before the regular session convened, and runs through Thursday, March 7, 2024, when the session adjourns.
On December 31, 2021, Chris Reykdal filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC declaring his candidacy for re-election to the office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI), selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing Douglas Scott as Treasurer. Superintendent Reykdal was elected as SPI in 2016 and re-elected to that office in 2020. Prior to that, he served three terms as a State Representative in the 22nd Legislative District.
The complaint included a copy of a February 25, 2024, email that was sponsored and sent out by the 2024 Friends of Chris Reykdal Campaign (Campaign). The email discussed the 2024 Legislative Session, education related accomplishments, artificial intelligence, and the privatization of education. The email ended by stated “If you are interested in endorsing my campaign for re-election, my website has a mechanism for that! Community members can add their name to my endorsements list at the bottom of this page.”
At the bottom of the email below the signature line, there were the words “DONATE” centered in the middle of the page. PDC staff reviewed the Campaign website and found several links from multiple pages to an “Endorse” button but did not find a “Donate” button.
In his response, Mr. Reykdal stated that he and his Campaign team follows the PDC campaign finance laws, rules, and reporting requirements and that all donate buttons and donate hyperlinks were removed from their website. He stated that “we disabled all fundraising links from any pathway” when the Campaign disabled its ActBlue donation page which prohibited them “from accepting any donations during the freeze.” He stated his Campaign “did all of this 30 days prior to the legislative session” and that the donate buttons and hyperlinks remain inactive. He stated that “if anybody has an old email from us, receives an email during this campaign, or attempts to go to the ActBlue donation function they get a clear message that states, ‘This fundraiser is not currently accepting any donations.’” He added that during the session freeze period there is no way for anyone to contribute or donate to his Campaign.
Mr. Reykdal stated that the “DONATE” and “ENDORSE” buttons are standard template buttons “in our Mailchimp mailing program. It did not land on an active page to donate, and the page says, ‘This fundraiser is not currently accepting any donations.’” He added that the link was supposed to take people to the Campaign’s “active endorsement page.” He reiterated there is no way for a contributor to provide any donor information and there “was not a solicitation to donate in the ‘session update’ email.” He confirmed that the Campaign did not receive any contributions or any requests to donate in the relevant time period. He stated that the Campaign “did not solicit donations” other than inadvertently including the inactive “DONATE” in the email. He added that there was “no active way for a supporter to make a donation until after the freeze when links are restored and the ActBlue donation template is reactivated.”
Finally, Mr. Reykdal stated the email outreach message from his Campaign “was a session update and we were seeking to drive readers to an endorsement page which is active and can be accessed via Endorsements | Chris Reykdal” on the Campaign website. He acknowledged that the Campaign “failed to change the button on the bottom” of the standard Mailchimp email template to the Endorse link and reiterated that if any recipient of the Campaign email readers clicked “on the standard ‘Donate’ button they were directed to an inactive donation page.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more detailed investigation into the complaint allegations or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. While Chris Reykdal is an experienced statewide elected official and former state legislator, the “DONATE” button in question was not active and there was no way for a contributor to contribute through the ActBlue portal. In addition, prior to the session freeze beginning on December 9, 2023, the Campaign removed all donate buttons and links from its website and they disabled “all fundraising links from any pathway” to their ActBlue donation page.
However, despite no contributions being received by the Campaign, the inclusion of the “DONATE” button at the bottom of the email, even if inadvertently included, nonetheless appeared to constitute a solicitation that would technically be a minor violation. In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to Chris Reykdal concerning the prohibition for elected state officials against soliciting contributions during a legislative session freeze period.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On May 23, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Theresa Richardson, a candidate for re-election to the position of City Council Member in the City of Richland in the 2023 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on campaign yard signs.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statute(s), rule(s), a link/photo of Ms. Richardson’s 2023 campaign yard sign, the June 8, 2023, response to the complaint submitted by Ms. Richardson on behalf of her campaign; the reporting requirement(s) pertinent to the sponsor identification statute codified in RCW 42.17A; and all other relevant information.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On May 22, 2023, Theresa Richardson filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for election to the position of City Council Member in the City of Richland, selecting the “Mini Reporting” option and listing David Richardson as Treasurer.
You alleged that: “None of Theresa Richardson’s signs have her sponsorship information or what she is running for.” You attached a photo of the candidate’s yard sign as evidence of the alleged violation.
In her response to your complaint, Theresa Richardson stated: “This is to respond: 1) There is no requirement to provide sponsor ID on a 4’x 8’ sign p/section 8 copied below. Further, it is my understanding that there is no legal requirement to mention the position number when using yard signs for a political campaign p/PDC guidance provided on 6/1/2023.” Theresa Richardson included a copy of RCW 42.17A.320 with her response.
On July 13, 2023, staff talked to you via phone and requested that you physically measure the sign(s) at issue in your complaint, and you noted that you would measure the sign and let staff know.
On July 27, 2023, staff sent you a follow up email regarding the July 13, 2023, conversation via phone, asking if you had a chance to measure the sign. On the same day, July 27, 2023, you responded to staff’s email and noted that the sign was “4 x 8” in size. Staff noted that there is no requirement under the statutory scheme to provide sponsor identification information on a 4’x 8’ sign.
Based on these findings, staff determined that there was no evidence of a violation to warrant conducting a formal investigation into this allegation or take enforcement action in this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 29, 2023. The complaint alleged that John M. Lemus, a candidate for Spokane City Council in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
John M. Lemus was a registered candidate once before in 2019 but did not file to have his name appear on the ballot and has not been elected or appointed to a public office. Mr. Lemus has no prior violations. It appears that after he submitted the C-1 report in April 2022, he decided not to continue his campaign for Spokane City Council, moved out of the area and did not file to have his name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John M. Lemus will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should he become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and a $100 penalty.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on the information provided by Mr. Smith in his letter and because of the way he appeared before Mr. Koeppen with the inspection request, Mr. Koeppen “did not feel it was an appropriate request” and did not allow Mr. Smith at that time to review his commercial advertiser books of account. However, Mr. Koeppen did not attempt to clarify with Mr. Smith what specific information he wanted to review.
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, failing to provide inspection of a commercial advertiser’s books of account does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Andrew Koeppen about the importance of making commercial advertiser documents and books of account open for public inspection for five years following the election to which the materials pertain. The records may also be provided electronically in one of the methods specified by WAC 390-18-050. PDC staff expects in the future that Mr. Koeppen will abide by all applicable laws, rules, and guidelines related to the obligations of a commercial advertiser.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/144847 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""144847 Goat Professional Services Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6330/144847%20Goat%20Professional%20Services%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144847 Goat Professional Services Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6330/144847%20Goat%20Professional%20Services%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144847 Goat Professional Services Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6330/144847%20Goat%20Professional%20Services%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 12/29/2023 02:39:37 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3006 5966 139428 06/27/2023 06/26/2023 09/19/2023 Kevin J. OSullivan Washingtonians to Recall Inslee Washingtonians to Recall Inslee: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & 240 for failure to timely & accurately file expenditure reports (EY '21-'22; July '22) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - IssuePDC received a complaint on June 26, 2023, alleging that the recall committee failed to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports in violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW.
Staff found that the allegations contained in the complaint were similar to the two complaints filed in 2021 and 2022, and issued an amended warning.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/139428 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""139428 Washingtonians to Recall Inslee Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5966/139428%20Washingtonians%20to%20Recall%20Inslee%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""139428 Washingtonians to Recall Inslee Complaint Return Letter...pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5966/139428%20Washingtonians%20to%20Recall%20Inslee%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter...pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""139428 Washingtonians to Recall Inslee Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5966/139428%20Washingtonians%20to%20Recall%20Inslee%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/19/2023 12:51:58 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3007 6249 143662 10/19/2023 10/19/2023 01/22/2024 Stephanie McLeran James Stewart Stewart, James: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to report contribution & expenditures (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal warning concerning the Respondent’s failure to follow the reporting schedule for a candidate under the full reporting option. Staff expects the Respondent to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures if the Respondent become a candidate in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff found the following:
Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2021
Case resolved through a statement of understanding and payment of $100 fine.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, completely, and accurately report in-kind contributions for the candidate’s filing fee and political advertising do not amount to violations that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lillian (Randy) Slovic about the importance of the timely, complete, and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including in-kind contributions. PDC staff expects timely, complete, and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Tina Jackson on behalf of the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Respondent submitted the C-1 report and chose the “Full Reporting” option due to a general misunderstanding of the filing requirements. Staff found no evidence showing that Raymont Jackson purposely filed the C-1 report to mislead the public.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities to produce and distribute a mailer regarding Proposition 1 does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Staff’s review of the publication found that the majority of the content was a fair and objective presentation of facts, however there was some statements or phrases included such as “unstainable financial future,” and that “threatening the delivery of essential City services – police, fire, medical aid…” that were more inflammatory in nature rather than factual statements. In addition, staff believes the statement “Medina’s property tax rate is the 4th lowest in King County” is not an objective statement or comparison, and the graphic using a dollar bill to indicate the amount received by the City of Medina, minimizes the amount of the proposed taxation level.
PDC staff is reminding City of Medina officials that in the future when publishing election related information about a ballot proposition, that information be an objective and fair presentation of the facts in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 04-02.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
After conducting a preliminary review and assessment of complaints filed by Melanie Wilson and Wendi Moose concerning alleged violations of RCW 42.17.205 by failing to register as a political committee and RCW 42.17.320 by failing to include the proper sponsor identification on the ""Vote these people out"" page of your website, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an initial hearing (also referred to as a case status review) on March 1, 2022, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
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On June 17, 2020, Robert Apple completed an electronic Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for State Representative, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing himself as Ministerial Treasurer. Mr. Apple is a former City of Spokane Council member that has previously filed with the PDC as a candidate for elected office on several occasions.
On July 7, 2020, Robert Apple requested a hardship exemption seeking relief from filing your campaign finance reports electronically, and stated that he experienced some technical issues and challenges in filing his campaign finance reports using the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity software (ORCA).
On July 16, 2020, PDC staff sent an email informing Mr. Apple that he qualified for a hardship exemption from filing electronically based on the alleged technological limitations of his 2020 campaign, and that he must timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports on paper in accordance with the reporting requirements.
On October 15, 2020, Robert Apple submitted paper filed C-3 and C-4 reports to the PDC in accordance with his hardship exemption. The contribution and expenditure information that he provided on the reports was entered into the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (PDC ORCA Software) by PDC staff, and electronically filed in accordance with the hardship exemption. The C-3 and C-4 reports electronically filed by PDC staff were posted on the PDC website on October 21, 2020.
The C-3 and C-4 information disclosed: (1) Mr. Apple spent $79.90 using personal funds for a Campaign telephone line; (2) a $6,793 in-kind contribution/loan was received from him for a $6,593 Valpak expenditure, and a $200 payment that he made to an individual for web page development and work; (3) a $50 monetary contribution was received from M. Johns (retired) on October 3, 2020; and (4) a $50 expenditure made on October 5, 2020, that included $40 for campaign telephone costs and $10 for miscellaneous office supplies.
On March 9, 2021, PDC staff filed a staff generated complaint against Robert Apple alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.225, .235, and .240, since no additional C-3 or C-4 reports had been paper filed by him.
On June 1, 2021, PDC staff conducted a remote Initial Hearing/Case Status Review by telephone in which Mr. Apple participated, and staff opened a formal investigation concerning this matter after that was held.
On June 22, 2021, PDC staff received a 13-page mailed package from Mr. Apple that included a copy of an October 28, 2020 Bank of America (BOA) letter addressed to him. The letter stated that BOA had temporarily credited his personal account for the $6,592.92 in-kind contribution/loan that he made to his Campaign for the Valpak mailing. The letter from BOA went on to state they were working with Valpak “to resolve your dispute.”
Mr. Apple stated that his Campaign contracted with ValPak to print and mail a flier, but for some unexplained reason Valpak never delivered the mailer to registered voters in the 3rd Legislative District. He stated that ValPak needed a credit card to process the order and begin work on printing and mailing the brochure, since a personal check would have taken too long to mail their offices in Florida, so he used his personnel credit card to make the purchase.
Mr. Apple also noted that the documents he provided verified the $6,592.95 expenditure was made on his personal BOA private account, and that BOA had followed up on the contested expenditure and made a $6,592.95 credit that was applied to his account to reverse the payment to ValPak. Mr. Apple reiterated the ValPak issue happened due to the “wrong mailing list and causing my 3rd Legislative mailing to be delivered to a completely different area of the State of WA and again by no fault of mine.”
On February 16, 2022, based on the information Mr. Apple provided to PDC staff and in accordance with the electronic filing hardship granted to him, PDC staff electronically filed an amended C-4 report that was marked as the “Final report” for the Bob Apple 2020 Campaign for State Representative. The Final C-4 report disclosed that the 2020 Robert Apple Campaign received a total of $329.90 in contributions received, and $329.90 in expenditures made, once the Valpak in-kind contribution/loan was corrected and subtracted from the Campaign totals.
PDC staff would note that while the 2020 Robert Apple Campaign did not timely and accurately file the C-3 and C-4 reports, the reports were filed prior to the November 2020 general election, and available for public review on October 21, 2020.
Based on these findings and the facts that Mr. Apple: (1) served as his own Treasurer in 2020; (2) received an electronic filing hardship exemption that allowed him to file paper file C-3 and C-4 reports; (3) raised and spent less than $500 in total campaign funds for his 2020 candidacy once the ValPak expenditure was corrected or backed out of the totals; and (4) the public was not deprived or any contribution or expenditure activities undertaken by the Campaign since the information was posted on the PDC website on October 21, 2020; the matter does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this letter serves as a formal written warning concerning Robert Apple's failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his 2020 Campaign. This formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that in the future, should Mr. Apple become a candidate, you are required to timely and accurately file the C-3 and C-4 reports electronically in accordance with PDC laws, rules, and reporting requirements for a candidate under the Full Reporting option. Finally, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified US Anesthesia Partners Inc of an alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file Lobbyist Employer (L-3) Report disclosing lobbying expenses for 2018.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 20, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist Employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each following year, making your report 359 days late.
US Anesthesia Partners Inc completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file or timely file an annual Employer’s Lobbying Expenses report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activity in calendar year 2018 that was due February 28, 2019. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64906 and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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At the hearing, the Commission ordered a $3,000 civil penalty, $3,000 of which is suspended based on the following conditions: The Respondent must 1) file the missing F-1 reports within 30 days of the date of the Order; 2) pay $4,000 in civil penalties for prior violations within 120 days; and 3) not commit any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of the Order, which was issued on March 11, 2021.
The PDC received the Respondent's F-1 reports covering 2019 and 2020 financial activity on February 19, 2021 and his F-1 reports covering calendar years 2015-2018 on March 2, 2021.
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In response to the complaint, Robinson stated the in-kind contribution noted in the complaint and listed on a C-4 report as “postage for mailing” was for two rolls of stamps, adding there were no printed materials or other associated items that would require additional expenditure detail under RCW 42.17A.235 or .240. There are no additional reporting requirements for the items listed in the complaint.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of 42.17A.235 and .240 do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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On December 20, 2019, BORPELS electronically late filed two L-5 reports for the first and second quarters of 2019, disclosing $1,447.65 in agency public funds were expended between January 1 through June 30, 2019 for public agency lobbying activities in support of House Bill 1176, Senate Bill 5443, and meeting with the Governor’s Office for the HB 1176 bill signing.
The L-5 report for the first quarter of 2019 was required to have been filed by BORPELS no later than April 30, 2019 and the information was filed 234 days late. The L-5 report for the second quarter of 2019 was required to have been filed by BORPELS no later than July 31, 2019 and the information was filed 142 days late.
On April 24, 2020, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $150 civil penalty payment from BORPELS. The $150 civil penalty assessed against BORPELS in this matter was done in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). By completing the SOU, BORPELS acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.635 by failing to timely file two L-5 reports as required for a state agency engaged in public agency lobbying activities.
Based on this information and the facts, the PDC have dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response to the complaint, the Campaign amended the Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports noted in the complaint. During its investigation, PDC staff noted missing expenditure detail on C-4 reports, and the campaign amended additional reports, adding required details.
Staff has determined in this instance the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail, and have both the candidate and treasurer certify reports as complete and failing to disclose contributor employer and occupation for contributions over $100 does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the omission of party preference on political advertisement for the 2022 Arechiga Campaign was due to the lack of knowledge of the Respondent as a first-time candidate. Staff found no evidence that Ms. Arechiga purposely omitted her party preference in an effort to conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include party preference on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Sandra Arechiga will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include her party preference on political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Arechiga will review all future political advertisement to ensure that it includes the required party preference prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Jessica Wadhams was a first-time candidate and lost in the 2021 election. It appears that the missing filing fee, the lack of detailed expenditure descriptions, and mistaken categorical label used for VoteBuilder services purchased from the Washington State Democrats, we due to minor errors and a general lack of knowledge about campaign finance reporting. No evidence was found that the late reporting was done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately submit C-4 reports disclosing the required expenditure detail, and failure to report the candidate filing fee, do not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jessica Wadhams will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures made by the 2021 Wadhams Campaign and failure to timely disclose the candidate filing fee. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Wadhams timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• On January 5, 2022, Salvatore Militello filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) registering as a candidate seeking election to the office of Thurston County Auditor in 2022, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Carlo Mata as Treasurer. Mr. Militello was a first-time candidate for public office in 2022.
• Seven amended C-3 reports, and two new C-3 reports were filed between eight and thirteen months after the 2022 General Election. Information in the new and amended reports included:
o Reporting of transactions from a merchant account that did not correctly transfer into the campaign account.
o Correction of donors listed in wrong deposits.
o Correction of contribution amounts.
• Nine amended C-4 reports and one new C-4 report were filed between seven and twenty months after the 2022 General Election. Information in the new and amended reports included:
o C-4 110167008 amended C-4 110081637 to correct the reporting of prior expenditures that were causing the campaign account to report a negative balance. There were no expenditures in the prior period and line 10 was changed to zero.
o Reported previously unreported expenditures for domain renewal, radio advertising, credit card processing, overhead costs, and loan repayments.
o Corrected previously reported amounts to reflect amended contributions and expenditures from prior reporting periods.
o Corrected the original expenditure total from $5,750.57 to $6,142.80.
• Because the Respondent filed new C-3 and C-4 reports and amended original reports, with material information that would have been of interest to the public during the 2022 campaign, PDC staff added the allegation of late filing of C-3 and C-4 reports to the complaint.
• The data analytics on the PDC Political Disclosure Data webpage, specific to the Respondent’s loans, were not accounting correctly in our system as reported on the PDC website. This caused the displayed expenditures to not sum correctly when the data was put into a spreadsheet and totaled. The campaign had reported the information correctly, but it was presented on the PDC webpage incorrectly. The PDC resolved the technical issue on August 24, 2023, and the Respondent’s data analytics are now correctly showing on the web.
• Salvatore Militello received a formal written warning on September 20, 2022, for case #111239. This case also concerned the timely and accurate filings of C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2022 campaign. The warning letter outlined staff’s expectations that Mr. Militello would “timely file the required C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2022 election cycle” and that the “Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.”
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Salvatore Militello completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for not timely and accurately disclosing expenditures and contributions on the Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) report and the Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) report. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on May 30, 2023. The complaint alleged that Jonathan Clayton Legault, a candidate for Mayor in the City of Spokane in the 2023 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s status as a candidate appearing on the 2023 ballot; and examined other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Jonathan Clayton Legault is a first-time candidate and has no prior violations. It appears that after they submitted the C-1 report in December 2022, they decided not to continue their campaign for Spokane Mayor and did not file to have their name placed on the ballot.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jonathan Clayton Legault will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to file the F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the 2023 election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent file all required campaign reports and the Personal Financial Affairs Statement in future years should they become a candidate again. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaints and noted that shortly before the 2023 general election, Mike Poirier’s Campaign created and presented campaign political advertisings to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on his campaign related advertisement, it was an inadvertent error on his part and/or his campaign.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisements.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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• Amy Breitenstein filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on June 19, 2023, for the Full Reporting option. Ms. Breitenstein was a first-time candidate, and there were no other persons listed as officers or leaders for the campaign.
• RCW 42.17A.475 states, in part, that “a person may not make a contribution of more than one-hundred dollars, other than an in-kind contribution, except by a written instrument containing the name of the donor and the name of the payee.” A written instrument includes a check or credit card transaction record.
o It was found that the campaign did accept two cash contributions, totaling $600, from James Baker and Carla Urias. Both contributions were in excess of the allowed $100.
o In this instance, there is no further action for the campaign to take to comply with the statute.
• Regarding books of account reviewed during an inspection, the complaint stated the following:
1. The “‘ledger’ presented was a hand-scribbled and incomplete list of some deposits and withdrawals, lacking clarity and completeness.”
2. “The candidate failed to provide occupation and employer information for individuals who contributed more than $250 aggregate, whether through cash or check.”
3. “The candidate failed to provide complete underlying source documentation, there were no canceled checks, copies of contribution checks, and or digital transaction records.”
Amy Breitenstein responded to these statements, explaining that “at the time of the audit I did provide underlying source documentation including written receipts. I did not provide cancelled checks as my bank does not provide them.”
RCW 42.17A.235 states, in part, “the treasurer or candidate shall preserve the books of account, bills, receipts, and all other financial records of the campaign.” WAC 390-16-043 defines “books of account” as “a ledger or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, and debts” and the books of account include: “a ledger, spreadsheet, or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, loans, debts and obligations to substantiate the information disclosed on the PDC campaign finance reports.”
The format of the “books of account” is not mandated by statute or WAC, but the expectation is that the information is accurate and thorough to substantiate the required reporting to the Commission. As well, it is not expected that a campaign maintains records not provided by a financial institution, for example cancelled checks. However, the campaign should maintain copies of received contribution checks and other source documents outlined in WAC 390-16-043.
o Based on submitted reports, the campaign did have adequate record keeping facilitating reporting to the Commission. However, there does appear to be a failure by the campaign to have maintained all required supporting documentation.
• The complaint stated, “it was observed that Kirryn Jensen and Carla Urias received an in-kind donation for radio commercials from Amy Breitenstein, potentially violating the rule that prohibits transfer of campaign funds or services to other candidates or political committees.” The case review determined Amy Breitenstein’s campaign did pay for a radio commercial during her campaign and that the campaigns of Kirryn Jensen and Carla Urias received a benefit from that political advertising. Both candidates were aware of the political advertising and reimbursed Amy Breitenstein’s campaign for their share of the costs. There was initial confusion by the campaigns on how to report these transactions, but those reporting issues are resolved. The evidence does not support a violation.
• The complaint stated, “the candidate also omitted to disclose an in-kind donation from a PAC called ‘Connecting Communities.’” The in-kind was alleged to have been a flyer created and distributed by the PAC that endorsed the candidates. Upon review of the flyer, and in further responses from Ms. Breitenstein, there does not appear to have been coordination between the PAC and the campaign regarding the creation of the flyer, and Ms. Breitenstein states they did not participate in the distribution. The evidence does not support a violation.
• During the books of account inspection, David Hunt was present. The complaint alleged the campaign concealed Mr. Hunt’s role as treasurer and campaign manager. Ms. Breitenstein acknowledges that David Hunt helped on her campaign, and was present at the book of account inspection, but states that he was not an officer of her campaign. The evidence does not support a violation.
• The complaint stated, “I believe that one of the in-kind contributions attributed to Mr. Hunt and cash donation by Jon Smith may actually have originated from Mr. Hunt’s PAC, known as ‘Connecting Communities.’” There was no evidence provided to substantiate this allegation, and it is determined by PDC staff to be unfounded.
• Following the submission of your complaint, you provided pictures of Amy Breitenstein, Carla Urias, Kirryn Jensen, David Skaugg, David Hunt, and Dan Delano socializing together as well as working together on the various campaigns of the candidates. Candidates may attend campaign events, civic engagement related events, or “Get out the vote” (GOTV) events with other candidates. GOTV events aim to increase voter turnout in elections and often focus their efforts on voter registration and encouragement of voting generally.
Although the law prohibits using campaign funds to make a contribution to another candidate or political committee (other than using surplus funds to give to a political party or caucus committee), a candidate is allowed to use their campaign money to pay for costs to attend an event held by another candidate, a political party or committee, so long as attending the event is directly related to the candidate's own campaign and the candidate's campaign only pays the per-person cost of consumables provided at the event (that is, the candidate uses their campaign money only to pay for their share of the actual cost of food, beverages, preparation, catering and entertainment furnished at the event). If the candidate wishes to pay the full admission charge (e.g., including a contribution amount above and beyond the costs associated with attendance), they must use their personal funds to do so.
Candidates may work together, or with other entities, to coordinate campaign events, but if there are event costs attributable to candidates, then those costs should be shared by all candidates who receive a benefit from the event. We encourage candidates to directly pay vendors their share of the costs, and report this share as an expenditure in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system.
The evidence here does not support a violation.
• Allegations made against David Hunt are not germane to this case. If you have evidence to support your allegations, you should follow-up with a separate complaint directly against Mr. Hunt.
• Amy Breitenstein does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, accepting over the limit cash contributions and failing to maintain underlying source documentation for the books of account in the 2023 election do not amount to violations that call for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Amy Breitenstein will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure to maintain underlying source documentation for the books of account as outlined in WAC 390-16-043. And she will be reminded that the transaction of a contribution over $100 without a written instrument is a violation and therefore such contributions should not be accepted in the future. Staff expects that in the future, she will comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance pertaining to cash contributions and maintaining campaign books of account. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Jason Bennett, Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database], to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by Friends of Darcy Burner found the campaign could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is an incumbent candidate for re-election who filed with Elections officials on May 13, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 27, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 3, 2019 identifying its Treasurer and depository, which was received 68 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The Respondent indicated that noncompliance was the result of an error in transmitting the C-1 report to the PDC. Upon being notified of the missing C-1 report, the Respondent quickly replied and made a good-faith effort to resolve noncompliance by filing the report within 24 hours.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 24, 2022 the commission heard a Review request and ruled that the civil penalty of $250, with $125 suspended, assessed by the February 17, 2022 order is VACATED.
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PDC staff reviewed your allegation; the Facebook attachments provided with the complaint; the applicable statute, rule(s), and reporting requirements; the June 14, August 11 and August 28, 2023, responses to the complaint provided by Hayley Hoyt on behalf of Ladies of Liberty Tri-Cities; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The complaint alleged that Ladies of Liberty Tri-Cities, based on Facebook posts, hosted an event on May 10, 2023, and raised $3,000 in support of Semi Bird for Governor of Washington, without registering as a political committee pursuant to RCW 42.17A.205. You attached several Facebook posts as evidence of the alleged violation.
In its response to the complaint, received on June 14 and August 11, 2023, Ladies of Liberty Tri Cities, provided answers to written questions from staff, stating: “First of all, Ladies of Liberty is a SOCIAL GROUP that ANYONE can be a part of. We are NOT AFFILIATED with any political group. And we started this group in April of 2023. That’s 2 months ago…not 2 years ago as Mr. Gilmour states. We HOSTED an event at CG Public House (aka Country Gentleman restaurant) in Kennewick for Semi Bird on May 10th. (1) The COST OF THE EVENT WAS ZERO DOLLARS. It is stated several times in our advertisement to order food off of the restaurant menu. We did not rent the room or provide food or drink. (2) The Bird Campaign DID NOT give Ladies of Liberty of The High Heel Housewife any money or compensation to host this event. Therefore there was nothing to discount. There were however donation envelopes on the tables, so if guest wanted to donate to his campaign, they simply filled out the proper envelope, and donated. These were all given to his campaign manager to properly record and document. INDIVIDUAL donations reached $3,000. So again, Ladies of Liberty is a social club, NOT a political group.”
RCW 42.17A.005 defines political committee as “any person (except a candidate or an individual dealing with the candidate’s or individual’s own funds or property) having the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition.” Based on the evidence here, it appears that Ladies of Liberty Tri-Cities neither received contributions nor made expenditures in support of a candidate or ballot proposition. The Ladies of Liberty Tri-Cities was not the receiver of contributions when they hosted a function for the Semi Bird 2024 Campaign for Governor on May 10, 2023, since envelopes were put on the tables at the function for guests to donate to the Campaign individually, if they chose to do so. The Ladies of Liberty Tri[1]Cities hosted a social function and invited people to come order food from the restaurant menu, and a representative of the Bird campaign was present at the function/event to accept contribution checks. Those contributions were subsequently reported by the Bird campaign.
Based on staff’s review of the complaint submitted, the written responses provided by the respondent, and the attachments provided by the complainant, no evidence was found to substantiate a violation of RCW 42.17A.205.
PDC staff therefore determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on its findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file an F-1 statement does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Martinez will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure totimely and accurately file an F-1 statement. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Martinez will timely and accurately file PDC reports in the future.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 21, 2022, Tahoma Parents registered with the PDC as a continuing committee, listing Sharon Hanek as Ministerial Treasurer and Connor Valentine as President/Treasurer.
Tahoma Parents will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely register with the PDC, report contributions and expenditures and the lack of sponsor identification on its website.
The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Tahoma, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The matter is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and the PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into the allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Nicholas Power; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine your allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
Nicholas Power was a first-time candidate for public office and lost in the November 6, 2018 general election. The majority of the money received and spent for his campaign came from personal funds in the form of monetary and in-kind loans or contributions. Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file one C-3 report one day late and four C-4 reports between one and seven days late does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Nicholas Power about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after each election in which his name appears on the ballot. PDC staff expects that Mr. Power will file all C-3 and C-4 reports timely in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Volunteers (who are not paid by anyone in connection with the volunteer tasks they perform) may do certain campaign work without the Committee having to report the services as in-kind contributions. There is no indication the services provided by the Proud Boys are services the group typically provides for a fee.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance the alleged failure to timely and accurately report expenditures or in-kind contributions for security from the Proud Boys does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Let People Vote about the importance of clarifying what services will be provided when making agreements with volunteers who provide services outside the common volunteer functions listed in WAC 390-17-405, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $75 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal warning concerning the failure of ClydeHillCoalition.org Sponsored by Spencer Nurse to include the committee’s mailing address and “Top 5 Contributors” on its website and its failure to include the name of the person who was the sponsor of the committee in the committee’s name. Staff expects Spencer Nurse to follow all sponsor identification requirements and committee naming requirements if he forms a political committee in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. PDC staff found:
• Spencer Nurse, on behalf of ClydeHillCoalition.org, stated, upon receiving notification of the complaint and reviewing RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18, ClydeHillCoalition.org immediately made the necessary changes to the website by adding the “Top 5 Donors.”
• Spencer Nurse stated, at the time the website was being developed and made public, the committee had spent less than $100 to produce it and therefore only included the committee’s name as the sponsor of the website.
• Spencer Nurse stated omission of the committee’s mailing address and a list of its “Top 5 Donors” was an inadvertent oversight with no intent to hide the sponsorship of the committee from the public.
• ClydeHillCoalition.org had one contributor, Spencer Nurse.
• On October 31, 2022, Spencer Nurse updated the Clyde Hill Coalition website, adding the committee’s mailing address and “Top 5 Contributors.” The updated Sponsor Identification read,
“Paid for by ClydeHillCoalition.org PO Box 226 Medina, WA 98039 Top Five Contributors: Spencer Nurse.”
• Although not alleged in the complaint, staff noted that because ClydeHillCoalition.org had only one contributor, the committee’s name should have included the name of the person who was the sponsor of the committee, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.205(5). When PDC staff made the committee aware of this requirement, the committee amended its registration to read, “ClydeHillCoalition.org Sponsored by Spencer Nurse.”
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file an F-1 report within two weeks of candidacy does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Susanna Johnson received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity for the preceding twelve months within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Susanna Johnson timely files all required reports in future years, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondents; and PDC Interpretation 01-03, Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, authorizing the misuse of public facilities to store and distribute yard signs in support of a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Cynthia Tovar, Jessica Suarez, Janet Axtman, Jacee Martinez, Tammy Foley, and Sandra Garza will receive a formal written warning concerning their actions regarding the use of public facilities to support an election campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Cynthia Tovar, Jessica Suarez, Janet Axtman, Jacee Martinez, Tammy Foley, and Sandra Garza review PDC Interpretation 01-03, Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns and that they will prevent the misuse of public facilities in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
In mid-October of 2019, the Respondent made two independent expenditures to Woodinville Print totaling $2,907 for a postcard mailer that supported candidate Jeff Sinker and related postage. The postcard mailer was first presented to the public on October 17, 2019, within 19 days of an election. Due to its proximity to the election, the postcard expenditures were due to be reported to the PDC within 24 hours or by October 18, 2019.
The Respondent reported the independent expenditure for postage on a C-6 report filed October 26, 2019, which was eight (8) days late; the postage was described as a “print shop” expenditure on the C-6 report. Upon being notified that the expenditure for the postcard mailer had not been reported and the postage expenditure needed further description, the Respondent amended its C-6 report within five days, making the reporting of the mailer 33 days late. Noncompliance appeared to be the result of a good-faith omission.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely & accurately report and sufficiently describe independent expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely & accurately reporting independent expenditures and providing detailed expenditure descriptions on reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Mr. Allen and Nicholas Power in a related case (PDC Case 42587); the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Mr. Allen was not aware of the requirement to register and report as a political committee when he began planning the political advertisements and that his intent was to make expenditures independently, without the involvement of the candidate and without exceeding any contribution limits. There is also evidence that Mr. Allen attempted to include the names of the individual sponsors of the ads and may have inadvertently included names of individuals who supported Mr. Power’s Campaign but were not actually sponsors of the specific advertisements referenced in the complaint.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to register and report as a political committee after receiving and spending funds for two political advertisements made in support of the 2018 Nicholas Power for San Juan County Prosecutor Campaign, and failure to include accurate sponsor identification on the same two written political advertisements, does not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Robert Allen about the importance of registering as a political committee, the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the requirement to identify the true and accurate sponsor of political advertisements made in support of any candidate for public office, in accordance with the statutes and rules. The reminder included staff’s expectation that Mr. Allen follow all applicable statutes and rules regarding the disclosure of campaign activities to support any candidate for public office in future years.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 and 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 12, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 and 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.615 states in part, any lobbyist registered under RCW 42.17A.600 and any person who lobbies shall file electronically with the commission monthly reports of the lobbyist's or person's lobbying activities. The reports shall be made in the form and manner prescribed by the commission and must be signed by the lobbyist. The monthly report shall be filed within fifteen days after the last day of the calendar month covered by the report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that MK Strategies appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding MK Strategies about the importance of timely reporting. MK Strategies is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/173638 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""173638 MK Strategies Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7984/173638%20MK%20Strategies%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""173638 MK Strategies Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7984/173638%20MK%20Strategies%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/25/2025 02:44:50 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3070 5846 138658 06/20/2023 08/22/2023 PDC Staff Larry Mann Larry Mann: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to Register Campaign (C-1 report) and failure to disclose Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY23 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints you filed on September 25, 2023, and October 23, 2023. The complaints alleged that Satpal Sidhu, the current Whatcom County Executive may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by making statements in support of Whatcom County Proposition 2023-04 – Public Health, Safety, and Justice Sales and Use Tax, while attending the September 18, 2023, meeting of the Whatcom County Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force Steering Committee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Executive Sidhu made comments as an elected official during a the Whatcom County Incarceration Prevention and Reduction Task Force Steering Committee meeting expressing his support of the passage of Whatcom County Proposition 2023-04 on the November 7, 2023, general election ballot, believing that, as he was responding to a direct inquiry, this was a permissible activity. He made a short statement that the Executive and other county officials support a new jail, as evidenced by the fact that it was placed on the ballot. The available evidence does not support a finding that he violated RCW 42.17A.555 given the statement’s brevity and content.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the comments made by the Respondent during a public meeting in response to an inquiry expressing his support of a ballot proposition, believing that his comments were a permissible action, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Satpal Sidhu about the prohibitions on the use of public facilities to support or oppose any ballot proposition and how to when the specific limited exceptions apply in the future in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Specifically, the complaints alleged that Maria Flores violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using OSD facilities to make statements in her official capacity as a School Director at an OSD school board meeting against a 2023 OSD School Director candidate that appeared on the 2023 ballot. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaints; the applicable statutes, rules, and PDC Interpretation #01-03 “Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns”; the Livestream video of the August 24, 2023 OSD School Board meeting; and the email exchanges between Maria Flores and PDC staff, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
RCW 42.17A.555 states in part that public facilities cannot be used by or authorized to be used directly or indirectly by any local elected official, appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
On June 3, 2023, Maria Flores filed a Candidate Registration with the PDC declaring her candidacy for re-election to the office of OSD School Director in 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Lorrell Noahr as Ministerial Treasurer. Ms. Flores was elected as OSD School Director in 2019 as a first-time candidate.
Ms. Flores stated that she was familiar with the OSD “Board Director Policy Series 1000” concerning board meetings, Executive and Closed Sessions, and audience participation, and provided the hyperlinks to each policy. She stated those OSD policies and the school board agenda rules ""follow the protocol of having student representative and board member comments at the end of each meeting.”
Ms. Flores stated she received school director training from Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA) at their “annual conference onboard training”, and that she has read “the board member policies and procedures and completed a brief onboarding for new members” when she joined the OSD board in 2019. She stated she received instructions concerning the Open Public Meetings Act, and that she was familiar with the requirements of “RCW 42.17A.555"", both in her current OSD board position and her position as a public servant employee of Washington State.
Ms. Flores stated during an OSD meeting, School Director Reed shared information about an incident discussed at a WSSDA Conference held in November of 2022, as well as other incidents involving OSD public meetings. She said those concerns involved the “increasing levels of hate speech, harassing emails, phone calls and public comments"" that she experienced as an OSD board member. At the meeting, Ms. Flores shared her concerns about her safety, and the safety of those at the OSD meetings.
Ms. Flores stated that she brought up this issue at the August 24, 2023 OSD board meeting in response to Director Reed’s comment, and she shared those concerns as she felt it was related to the safety of board members and student representatives. She stated that she did not say Mr. Durocher’s name during the OSD meeting, but that she did refer to him as “a candidate for the board” when making her comments. She stated that she never made statements directly in opposition “to either Jess Tourtellotte Palumbo or Frank Durocher’s candidacies”, but that she made her comments to address Director Reeds comments.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to Ms. Flores as an incumbent School Director for the Olympia School District (OSD) concerning the prohibitions found in RCW 42.17A.555 against using OSD resources and facilities to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition, including when making a statement(s) or referencing an individual as a public official during an open public meeting, when that individual is also a candidate for public office.
In this instance, the comments Ms. Flores made were about an individual appearing on the 2023 primary and general election ballots as a candidate for OSD School Director. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
This matter has been dismissed because WEA-PAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to report a debt or obligation of more than $1,000 on its 2023, 21-day pre-general election C-4 report. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
PDC staff found the following:
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Kirryn Jensen filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on June 5, 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option. Ms. Jensen was a first-time candidate, and there were no other persons listed as officers or leaders for the campaign.
• RCW 42.17A.475 states, in part, that “a person may not make a contribution of more than one hundred dollars, other than an in-kind contribution, except by a written instrument containing the name of the donor and the name of the payee.”
o It was found that the campaign did accept two cash contributions, totaling $800, from James Baker and David Skaugg. Both contributions were in excess of the allowed $100.
o In this instance, there is no further action for the campaign to take to comply with the statute.
• The complaint from Andrew Koeppen stated the following:
1. The “ledger presented was a hand-scribbled and incomplete list of some deposits and withdrawals, lacking clarity and completeness.”
2. “The candidate failed to provide occupation and employer information for individuals who contributed more than $250 aggregate, whether through cash or check.”
3. “The candidate failed to provide complete underlying source documentation, there were no canceled checks, copies of contribution checks, and or digital transaction records.”
Kirryn Jensen responded to these statements, explaining that:
• “The ledger I had was neatly written, had all deposits, and withdrawals. Mr. Koeppen did not ask for any further clarifying information.”
• “I did provide Mr. Koeppen information for James Baker and David Skaugg’s address, occupation, and location of employer on my ledger as well as filed it in the online filing system.”
• “I did provide complete underlying source documentation including written receipts. I did not provide cancelled checks as my bank does not provide those to me.”
RCW 42.17A.235 states, in part, “the treasurer or candidate shall preserve the books of account, bills, receipts, and all other financial records of the campaign.” WAC 390-16-043 defines “books of account” as “a ledger or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, and debts,” and the books of account include: “a ledger, spreadsheet, or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, loans, debts and obligations to substantiate the information disclosed on the PDC campaign finance reports.”
The format of the “books of account” is not mandated by statute or WAC but the expectation is that the information is accurate and thorough to substantiate the required reporting to the Commission. As well, it is not expected that a campaign maintains records not provided by a financial institution, for example cancelled checks. However, the campaign should maintain copies of received contribution checks and other source documents outlined in WAC 390-16-043.
o Based on submitted reports, the campaign did have adequate record keeping facilitating reporting to the Commission. The evidence does not support a violation.
• Mr. Koeppen’s complaint also stated, “it was observed that Kirryn Jensen and Carla Urias received an in-kind donation for radio commercials from Amy Breitenstein, potentially violating the rule that prohibits transfer of campaign funds or services to other candidates or political committees.” The case review determined Amy Breitenstein’s campaign did pay for a radio commercial during her campaign and that the campaigns of Kirryn Jensen and Carla Urias received a benefit from that political advertising. Both candidates were aware of the political advertising and reimbursed Amy Breitenstein’s campaign for their share of the costs. There was initial confusion by the campaigns on how to report these transactions, but those reporting issues are resolved. The evidence does not support a violation.
• Mr. Koeppen’s complaint further stated, “the candidate also omitted to disclose an in-kind donation from a PAC called ‘Connecting Communities.’” The in-kind was alleged to have been a flyer created and distributed by the PAC that endorsed the candidates. Upon review of the flyer and further responses from Ms. Jensen, there does not appear to have been coordination between the PAC and the campaign regarding the creation of the flyer, and Ms. Jensen states they did not participate in the distribution. The evidence does not support a violation.
• During the books of account inspection by Andrew Koeppen, David Hunt was present. The complaint alleged the campaign concealed Mr. Hunt’s role as treasurer and campaign manager. Ms. Jensen acknowledges that David Hunt helped on her campaign, and was present at the book of account inspection, but states that he was not an officer of her campaign. The evidence does not support a violation.
• Mr. Koeppen also alleged, “I believe that one of the in-kind contributions attributed to Mr. Hunt and cash donation by Jon Smith may actually have originated from Mr. Hunt’s PAC, known as ‘Connecting Communities.’” There was no evidence provided to substantiate this allegation, and it is determined by PDC staff to be unfounded.
• Following the submission of Mr. Koeppen’s complaint, pictures of Amy Breitenstein, Carla Urias, Kirryn Jensen, David Skaugg, David Hunt, and Dan Delano were provided. These pictures are of them socializing together as well as working together on the various campaigns of the candidates. Candidates may attend campaign events, civic engagement related events, or “Get out the vote” (GOTV) events with other candidates. GOTV events aim to increase voter turnout in elections and often focus their efforts on voter registration and encouragement of voting generally.
Although the law prohibits using campaign funds to make a contribution to another candidate or political committee (other than using surplus funds to give to a political party or caucus committee), a candidate is allowed to use their campaign money to pay for costs to attend an event held by another candidate, a political party or committee so long as attending the event is directly related to the candidate's own campaign and the candidate's campaign only pays the per-person cost of consumables provided at the event (that is, the candidate uses their campaign money only to pay for their share of the actual cost of food, beverages, preparation, catering and entertainment furnished at the event). If the candidate wishes to pay the full admission charge (e.g., including a contribution amount above and beyond the costs associated with attendance), they must use their personal funds to do so.
Candidates may work together, or with other entities, to coordinate campaign events, but if there are event costs attributable to candidates, then those costs should be shared by all candidates who receive a benefit from the event. We encourage candidates to directly pay vendors their share of the costs, and report this share as an expenditure in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system.
o The evidence does not support a violation.
• Allegations made against David Hunt are not germane to case #145110. If Mr. Koeppen has evidence to support his allegations, he should follow-up with a separate complaint directly against Mr. Hunt.
• Kirryn Jensen does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, accepting over the limit cash contributions in the 2023 election does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d): staff reminded Kirryn Jensen that per RCW 42.17A.475, the transaction of a contribution over $100 without a written instrument is a violation and therefore such contributions should not be accepted. This reminder resolves the allegations associated with RCW 42.17A.475. Also in this case, the numerous other allegations are determined to either be unfounded or the evidence did not support a violation.
The PDC has dismissed these matters pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205(4) for failure to timely amend C-1pc report within 10 days of a material change (officers) and RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures in election years 2018-2023, and provide required details for in-kind contributions on reports in election years 2018-2023.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Thurston County Democrats (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for election years 2021-2023, timely amend their C-1pc report, and preserve their financial records do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Thurston County Democrats received a formal written warning concerning its failure to 1) timely file Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports); 2) timely update its C-1pc report (Committee Registration) within 10 days of a material change; and 3) preserve its books of account, bills, receipts, and other financial records for no less than five calendar years. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Thurston County Democrats comply with the above requirements in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Thurston County Democrats about the importance of 1) disclosing the name and address of the vendor from whom a contributor purchased an item or service that is given to the committee as an in-kind contribution (on C-4 reports) or donated as an auction item (on C-3 reports); and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, when possible, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate for election who filed with Elections officials on May 17, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 31, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 3, 2019 identifying its Treasurer and depository, which was received 64 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
Upon being notified of the missing C-1 report, the Respondent quickly replied and made a good-faith effort to resolve noncompliance by filing the report within 24 hours.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Committee Treasurer Christine Ackerman on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the exclusion of the Committee sponsor, Eastside Democrats Dinner PAC in the name of the Committee was unintentional and not meant to purposely deceive the public of the Committee’s major funding source. Further, the contribution in question was timely disclosed and thus available to the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file an amended committee registration and campaign reports to include the name of the person sponsoring the Committee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, 45th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose its sponsor's name in the committee's name on the C-1pc, C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that 45th Legislative District Democrats timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and amends its registration as applicable. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Communicating with staff on leadership staff changes via email is a normal and regular activity for public agencies. However, public office/agency employees should not use agency email systems to communicate campaign-related information, including endorsements, generate or forward information that supports or opposes a candidate, or engage in political or campaign activities that involve the use of public resources.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to forward and respond to an email from the sheriff (wherein the sheriff expressed support and endorsement of a candidate) does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Brad Johansson about the importance of not using public office/agency resources (facilities) to assist a campaign for election. PDC staff expects that, in the future, he will not use official work email to discuss or share emails that endorse a candidate for office.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the case closure letter served as a formal warning concerning the failure to include proper sponsor identification on a political advertising flyer. Staff expects the Respondent to include proper sponsor identification on all future sponsored political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Staff found the following:
At the May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civilpenalty of $250, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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Candidates are required to register with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate. Hegstad timely filed with the PDC.
Working with PDC staff, Hegstad pro-rated the website costs and timely filed a Full Summary Contributions and Expenditure (C-4) report on June 9, 2022, listing a $50 expenditure for website design and a $11.38 expenditure for “purchase of website domain.” Both were reported as made May 25, 2022.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $100 penalty with $50 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $100 penalty with $50 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Rebeca Muñiz will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Rebeca Muñiz timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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For the 2019 February special election, the Committee was registered with the PDC as local ballot measure committee under the Full Reporting option in support of Bethel School District Proposition 1, a $443 million General Obligations Bond Measure on the February 13, 2019, special election ballot.
On July 22, 2021, the Committee filed three C-4 reports for the February 13, 2019, special election that included the 21-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 report, the 7-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 report, and the Post Special Election C-4 report. All three C-4 reports disclosed no contributions had been received by the Committee for the bond measure, and no expenditures had been made.
The Committee Treasurer for the 2018 and 2019 ballot measure committees, stated that she was no longer the Treasurer for the Committee, but confirmed the Committee made no expenditures for the February 13, 2019, Bethel School District bond measure. She stated the Committee did make some Facebook posts and sent some text messages in support of the February 2019 bond measure, but they did not make any expenditures.
During calendar year 2018, the Committee registered with the PDC as local ballot measure committee under the Full Reporting option in support of Bethel School District ballot propositions for two elections, that included: (1) the February 13, 2018, Special Election in support of three Bethel School District ballot propositions for Proposition 1, a Maintenance and Operations levy; Proposition 2, a Technology and Capital Projects Levy; and Proposition 3, a $443 million General Obligations Bond Measure; and (2) the November 6, 2018, General Election for Proposition 1, a $443 million General Obligations Bond Measure.
RCW 42.17A.235 requires 2018 ballot measure committees in support of a November 6, 2018, ballot measure and under the Full Reporting option, to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports.
On November 6, 2018, the Bethel Citizens for Schools Committee (Committee) filed the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report covering the period October 16 through 29, 2018, disclosing no monetary contributions had been received, and $7,740.18 in expenditures made.
The C-4 report disclosed expenditures that were all made on October 29, 2018, in support of the Bethel School District bond measure, that included: (1) four expenditures totaling $5,528.66 were made to Always Great Graphix for Bethel School Bond Campaign shirts and other promotional advertising; (2) three expenditures were made to EZ Texting totaling $1,502.06 to send “Robo texts to voters”; (3) a $348.61 expenditure was made to L2 Political for “Contact Information of Community”; and (4) a $315.65 expenditure was made to Sandy Williamson for “Vote Bond Card Reimbursement.”
The 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to have been filed no later than October 30, 2018, was filed seven days late by the Committee and on the date of the November 6, 2018, general election.
On October 27, 2022, PDC staff received an emailed copy of a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by the Bethel Citizens for Schools Committee, acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by the Committee for failing to timely file the 2018 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report for the 2018 general election in support of the Bethel School District bond measure. The receipt of the emailed signed copy of the SOU and the assurance of prompt payment of the $150 civil penalty assessed in this matter, resolves the issue of failing to timely file the 2018 7-Day Pre-General C-4 report.
Based on these findings, including the fact the Committee completed the SOU, and has no prior violations, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
The three late filed C-4 reports listed above for the February 2019 bond measure were all filed by the Committee well after the February 13, 2019, special election had been held. However, the late filed reports were mitigated by the facts that no contribution or expenditures were disclosed, and the Committee experienced some electronic filing issues.
Concerning the late filed C-4 reports for the February 13, 2019 special election, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to the Bethel Citizens for Schools Committee for failing to timely file C-4 reports. The formal written warning resolves that allegation and includes staff’s expectation that the Bethel Citizens for Schools Committee will timely file all the required campaign finance reports for all future years and elections. The Bethel Citizens for Schools Committee will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff has determined that the evidence does not support a finding of an apparent violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding CVSD Kids First about the importance of disclosing sponsor identification (ID) on all political advertising, including websites, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 14, 2023. The complaint alleged that Peter Abbarno, a current State Representative in Legislative District 20, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 & .710 for failure to accurately file Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) disclosing all sources of income for his spouse, required to be submitted as a candidate and as an elected official.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing information from Rep. Abbarno’s F-1 reports was due to an unintentional oversight. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent omitted personal financial affairs information from his F-1 reports in order to purposely conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose reportable spousal income on F-1 reports covering calendar year 2020, 2021 and 2022 does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Rep. Abbarno will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose all reportable personal financial information for his spouse on F-1 reports filed as a candidate and as an elected official. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Rep. Abbarno accurately and timely files all future required reports of financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On November 3, 2023, the PDC received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a penalty payment of $450 from Adam Fortney for case #141451. The evidence you provided in that case, regarding violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, tracked the evidence provided in #140550. Therefore, with the resolution of PDC case #141451, we have dismissed the alleged violations in this case.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Sheriff Adam Fortney completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misusing public facilities to assist a 2023 election campaign. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegation listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On February 4, 2021, Joe Marine filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for re-election to the office of Mayor of Mukilteo in 2021, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Candy Marine as Treasurer.
RCW 42.17A.405 limits candidates for Mayor and City Council in calendar year 2021 to receiving $1,000 in contributions from any one individual or person for each election in which the candidate’s name appears on the ballot. Only two candidates filed to run for Mayor in the City of Mukilteo in 2021, so there was no primary election for this race and Joe Marine’s name did not appear on the 2021 primary ballot. Therefore, each candidate was limited to one $1,000 contribution limit from any one source for the entire 2021 election cycle.
The C-3 reports filed by the Joe Marine Campaign (Campaign) disclosed the following: (1) a $1,000 monetary contribution was received from Paul Marshall on February 22, 2021, which was designated for the 2021 Primary election; and (2) a $1,000 monetary contribution was received from Paul Marshall on August 1, 2021, which was designated for the 2021 General election.
On September 9, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the Post-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing a total of $20,405 in total contributions had been received by the Campaign as of August 31, 2021, that included the $1,000 general election contribution received from Mr. Marshall on August 1, 2021.
The C-4 report disclosed that as of August 31, 2021, the Campaign’s expenditures totaled $3,176.81, with a cash on hand balance of $17,228.19, indicating the $1,000 contribution from Mr. Marshall on August 1, 2021 had not been spent.
On October 26, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosing that a $1,000 expenditure had been made on October 24, 2021 to Paul Marshall, refunding the $1,000 that had previously been contributed by Mr. Marshall in excess of the contribution limits. The 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosed the Campaign had a $13,153 cash on hand balance, after the $1,000 contribution had been refunded to Mr. Marshall.
In his response to this complaint, Mr. Marine stated that he “did not have a primary election and it was my mistake in accepting this contribution.” He stated that the Campaign refunded a $1,000 contribution to Mr. Marshall and filed a C-4 report disclosing the $1,000 refunded contribution. He reiterated that the over limit contribution “was a misunderstanding on my part in the contribution limits. We have double checked all contributions and his is the only contribution we made this mistake on.”
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance while the Campaign did exceed the contribution limits found in RCW 42.17A.405 by receiving a $1,000 over-limit contribution received from Mr. Marshall. PDC staff found the Campaign refunded the $1,000 over limit contribution from Mr. Marshall prior to the November 2, 2021 general election, once they became aware of exceeding the contribution limits; the Campaign had a significant cash on hand balance that confirmed the $1,000 over limit contribution received from Paul Marshall was not spent by the Campaign prior to being refunded.
Thus, PDC staff does not believe these facts amount to a material violation warranting further investigation or any enforcement action. PDC staff sent Joe Marine a letter reminding him about the importance of staying within the contribution limits of the office being sought for the remainder of the 2021 election cycle, and any election in the future in which his name appears on the ballot.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received a complaint alleging that Breane Martinez (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely register as a candidate within two weeks of becoming a candidate and disclose the campaign’s Treasurer and banking information (depository).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate for election who filed with Elections officials on May 15, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 29, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 3, 2019 identifying its Treasurer and depository, which was received 66 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The Respondent indicated that noncompliance was the result of a medical emergency, which the Respondent made a good-faith effort to resolve within 24 hours of being notified.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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on September 27, 2019. The complaint alleged that Camille Diaz Hackler (Respondent), a
Candidate for School Director for Bellingham SD 501 may have violated RCW 42.17A.205,
.210 and .215 for failure to timely file Campaign Registration reports (C-1 reports), disclosing
treasurer and depository information; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file
Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and
Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the
Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement
reports (F-1 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the
response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to
determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-1 and F-
1 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Camille Diaz Hackler will receive a formal written warning
concerning failure to timely file Campaign Registration and Personal Financial Affairs Statement
reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Camille Diaz Hackler
timely files all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning
in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on June 1, 2022. The complaint alleged that Alex Ramel, an incumbent State Representative and 2022 candidate for re-election to Legislative District 40, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.417 for accepting contributions from foreign nationals; and (2) RCW.42.17A.710 for inaccurate reporting on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Regarding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.417 for accepting a contribution from a foreign national, staff found the submittal of the certification required by RCW 42.17A.418 to be sufficient. Based on our findings regarding this allegation, staff has determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation and has dismissed the allegation in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Regarding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for disclosing inaccurate information on the F-1 report, it appears that the Respondent chose to disclose information thought to be of interest to the public in an effort to be transparent about the relationship between the Respondent and his former company ownership.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to file accurate F-1 reports does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Rep. Alex Ramel about the importance of the accurate disclosure of all personal financial information on the F-1 report required to be submitted as an elected official, and the accurate filings of all future F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $500 penalty with $250 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Highline School District 401 (the “Respondent” or “Highline SD”); its district-wide mailer (fact sheet), website, social media posts, and digital ad content; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of school district resources to promote a ballot proposition does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded Highline School District 401 officials about the importance of adhering to all of the Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns which state that, in no case, will the PDC view a marketing or sales effort related to an election as normal and regular conduct. The school district was further reminded not to use school district resources to produce and distribute promotional content and to avoid statements that minimize the cost of a ballot proposition, speculate about the possible secondary or tertiary impacts of a ballot proposition and/or promote its fiscal management. If the cost of a bond is subject to change, we recommended the school district provide a best estimate in its fact sheet and refer the public to its website for up-to-date cost information.
PDC staff expects that, in the future, Highline SD will not use, or authorize the use of, school district facilities to promote a ballot proposition in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Catherine Carbone Rogers, Chief Communications Officer of Highline School District 401, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $600 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violating RCW 42.17A.555 by using, or authorizing the use of, the public agency facilities of the Highline School District to promote a ballot proposition in the 2022 General Election. The $600 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this complaint.
Specific activity that was addressed in the SOU included the collection and distribution of:
1) promotional content, including published quotes and messages from Highline SD students, faculty and/or staff containing emotional language and statements that implied support for the proposed new construction, improvements, and repairs. This content was distributed frequently over multiple communication channels, often accompanied by staged photos, some holding up design renderings for the proposed new construction; and
2) detailed and frequent information about how to vote, including the locations of ballot drop-boxes, ballot instructions, voting tips and links, that appeared to exceed similar efforts conducted for other elections in which the school district did not have a measure on the ballot.
While the use of social media, digital ads and storytelling are widely used to communicate with audiences, they can also persuade audiences to take a particular action. The Respondent should exercise caution when using such tools to convey information regarding a ballot proposition to ensure that its communications are factual, fair, objective, and free of statements of support, emotional appeals, opinions, and other promotional or persuasive content.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s)/complaints and noted that on/or about early October 2023, John Svilarich’s Campaign (Respondent) created and presented campaign political advertisings to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statutory scheme – “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the name and full address of the sponsor.
While our review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include sponsor identification on his campaign related advertisement, it was an inadvertent error on his part and/or his campaign. Respondent took responsibility and noted in his response to the complaint that: “This was the first mailer I have ever done for anything. I mistakenly assumed that it was like yard signs and other materials meaning if it was prominently clear who was behind it, that was disclosure.”
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertisement during the 2023 election year.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on November 19, 2021. The complaint alleged that Lisa Wollum, a 2021 candidate for Fire Commissioner in King County Fire Protection District 16 may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include the required sponsor identification on political advertisement sponsored by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Respondent was a first-time candidate in the 2021 election, served as her own treasurer and the only officer of her Campaign. Upon receipt of the November 19, 2021, complaint, Ms. Wollum worked with PDC Filer Assistance staff to file C-3 and C-4 reports and amend as necessary to accurately disclose all campaign activity. It appears that the late reporting of the C-3 and C-4 reports and the exclusion of a full sponsor ID specifically including an address, was due to the limited experience of the Respondent and not done intentionally to mislead the public.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on March 3, 2022, from Lisa Wollum acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. Ms. Wollum paid a $300 total ($150 for late filed C-3 reports and $150 for late C-4 reports) civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the 2021 Wollum Campaign address in the sponsor ID on written political advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-070, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations and reminding Lisa Wollum about the importance of the inclusion of the complete sponsor identification on all written political advertisement in the future in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supported a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the reports listed in the attached Warning Letter does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Shannon Perkes received a formal written warning concerning her failure to comply with the filing requirements for candidates, including the timely submission of a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of candidacy, and C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing the contributions received, and expenditures made, by her campaign. In future years, PDC staff expects Shannon Perkes to timely deposit contributions and file all required reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Elizabeth Hallock (Liz for LD 14 House of Representatives) will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately file C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Elizabeth Hallock (Liz for LD 14 House of Representatives) will file timely and complete C-4 reports, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which her name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to accurately file C-3 reports disclosing a small percentage of total funds used for the campaign from outside donors and C-4 reports disclosing mostly out-of-pocket expenditures made by the candidate, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After reviewing the contents of the advertisement, PDC staff added an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on the mailer.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Prior to the September 27, 2021 mailer, the Respondent had not engaged in political advertisement or independent expenditure activity and was unaware of the potential filing obligations and sponsor identification requirements until notified by staff. It appears that the late C-6 report and incomplete sponsor identification were due to this limited knowledge and not done intentionally to mislead the public.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on January 3, 2023, from Jeffrey Brittig acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include the required sponsor identification on political advertisement and RCW 42.17A.255 for failing to timely file a C-6 report disclosing and independent expenditure. Mr. Brittig paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the response provided by Commissioner Sheetz, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
During staff’s review of the allegations and materials provided in the complaints, no evidence was found to confirm that MCFD 6 maintained a Facebook page or was the creator of the page for The Mighty Mason 6. In addition, no evidence was found to connect Michael Sheetz to the mailed political advertisement sponsored by Friends of the Union Fire Department.
Based on these findings staff has determined that no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to itemize an expenditure does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Alisha Beeler made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Alisha Beeler timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the email responses from Mr. Zappone to decide whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff found the following:
In this instance, the PDC reminded the Respondent that guidance does change from time to time, and it is important to seek out current instruction provided on the PDC website or to reach out directly to PDC Filer Assistance if campaign reporting questions arise. Staff expects, in the future if a similar situation occurs, the Respondent will follow PDC Interpretation 23-01 and all other applicable laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff review found that the Committee initially failed to disclose signs that needed to be reported as in-kind contribution to the Campaign from a prior campaign. The in-kind contribution for signs was not disclosed on the accelerated reports before the Primary election 2023.
Based on this determination, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Committee concerning its failure to timely and accurately report 200 signs from a prior campaign as in-kind contribution to the 2023 campaign. The Committee officials were informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Jon Martin (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, sending a single email response from a city email address and failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising do not appear to be violations that warrant further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Jon Martin about the importance of 1) not using public office/agency facilities (a city email address) for emails related to his candidacy or the election; and 2) including complete sponsor identification information on all political advertising unless otherwise exempted, in accordance with PDC laws & rules.
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This case was resolved via the submission of the late report and a signed Statement of Understanding and payment.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the relevant statute, the November 8, 2022, response from attorney Emily Hogan on behalf of New Direction PAC, and all other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On October 24, 2019, New Direction PAC filed a Committee Registration (C-1pc) with the PDC and listed Kurt Fritts and Jay Petterson as Campaign Manager and Ministerial Treasurer, respectively. • You alleged in your complaint that “New Direction PAC’s misleading website (and the texting campaign promoting it) is not only claiming a false endorsement but is making false ideological assumptions about a candidate and sharing them as fact. Boyce has soundly denounced the false endorsement claim and the ideological assumptions drawn from it. Unchecked, these false claims on Boyce’s campaign and character stand to inflict damage on Boyce – as a candidate and an individual. This is unfair, unjust, and unacceptable.”
The public website maintained by The Family Policy Institute of Washington (FPIW) lists all its endorsed candidates for office. Staff noted that Bill Boyce is listed on the public website maintained by FPIW as an endorsed candidate, along with other candidates endorsed by FPIW. From the review of the six attachments you provided with the complaint, there is no evidence that New Direction PAC stated or claimed that Bill Boyce wanted and/or accepted the endorsement of FPIW. New Direction PAC noted in their political advertisement and text message to prospective voters in the 47th Legislative District, that Mr. Boyce was endorsed by FPIW based on his name appearing on the endorsement page of the public website maintained by FPIW.
In its response to your complaint, attorney Emily Hogan, on behalf of the New Direction PAC, stated: “The Family Policy Institute of Washington maintains a public website in which it lists all of its endorsed candidates for office. Bill Boyce is listed on this website as an endorsed candidate. He was on this list of endorsed candidates prior to New Direction PAC’s publishing the statements at issue here. New Direction PAC never claimed that Boyce sought or accepted this group’s endorsement – it claimed, truthfully, that the group endorsed Boyce. New Direction PAC believed it was relevant to voters to know that the Family Policy Institute of Washington sees Boyce as more favorable to achieving its agenda that any other candidate in the race. The statement ‘Boyce is also endorsed by the Family Policy Institute of Washington’ is true – that organization endorsed Boyce. This is neither ‘a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office,’ nor directly or indirectly, a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement or any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement.’ Because the statement is not false, there is no violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1).”
Lastly, staff review only focused on the endorsement aspect of the complaint, which is under our jurisdiction, and did not address the “false ideological assumptions” that was also alleged in the complaint but is not under our jurisdiction.
Based on these findings, staff found no evidence of a violation warranting a formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Paul Brian Noble may have violated RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c) by falsely representing himself as an incumbent Spokane County Commissioner when he is not an incumbent. In addition, the complaint alleged the Brian Noble campaign may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include sponsor identification and the candidate’s party or independent preference in a political advertising YouTube video.
Paul Brian Noble was a first-time candidate in 2022 for the position of Spokane County Commissioner. Mr. Noble included videos on his campaign website that included language describing the role of a county commissioner by stating:
Upon receipt of the complaint, Mr. Noble immediately corrected the video by changing “we” to “them” to clarify he was referring to the role of County Commissioners and was not trying to imply he was a County Commissioner.
The portion of the website cited in the complaint included the candidate’s name, followed by the title of the office sought, which some people interpret as implying incumbency; however, Mr. Noble’s website also stated what he intends to do if elected and provides information about his history, family, and hobbies, information normally associated with a candidate seeking an elective office. The complaint noted that while Mr. Noble’s video appeared on his website, suggesting it was sponsored by the candidate, the video could also be lifted from the website and shared in other places, increasing the importance of including sponsor identification in the video. Mr. Noble stated all videos were prepared by him, using his phone, at no cost; however, he put the sponsor as the Committee to Elect Brian Noble and himself as the one who paid for the video.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal warning concerning the lack of sponsor identification and party preference on a political advertising YouTube video. Staff expects the Respondent to include sponsor identification, and when applicable, party preference, on future political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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On October 29 and November 1, 2021, two additional complaints were filed with the PDC against the Joshua Binda Campaign alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and 240 by failing to timely and accurately provide the required expenditure details for Campaign related expenditures disclosed on the Campaign’s Summary Full Report of Contributions and Expenditures (C-4 reports). The complainants also alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.445, claiming that Mr. Binda made expenditures using Campaign funds for activities that were not directly related to his candidacy for Lynnwood City Council.
On January 20, 2022, the PDC conducted an Initial Hearing (Case Review Status) and opened a formal investigation against the 2021 Joshua Binda Campaign.
An Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) before the Full Commission was conducted on January 26, 2023, in which Mr. Binda participated by telephone.
The Commission found that Joshua Binda, a first-time candidate seeking the office of Lynnwood City Council in 2021, violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.445 and WAC 390-16-238 by making multiple expenditures using 2021 Joshua Binda for Lynnwood City Council Campaign (Campaign) funds for goods or services that were not directly related to the Campaign, and so were personal in nature; and (2) RCW 42.17.235 and .240 by failing to timely file the 2021 Post-General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Campaign.
The Commission assessed a civil penalty of $1,000 with $500 suspended against Joshua Binda, based on on the following conditions: (1) The non-suspended portion ($500) of the $1,000 civil penalty for improper personal use of campaign funds and the failure to timely file the C-4 report for 2021 in violation of RCW 42.17A.445 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, respectively, is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Final Order; (2) Mr. Binda remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order; and (3) The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
If the Respondent fails to meet the conditions in Section III(1) of this order within 30 days of the date of this order, the suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due and the matter may be sent to collection or brought to Superior Court as allowed by law without further action by the Commission.
The following is the information contained in the Notice of Administrative Charges issued by PDC Staff:
On February 27, 2021, Joshua Binda, a first-time candidate for public office, filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for Lynnwood City Council, Position 3. Mr. Binda selected the Full Reporting Option, and listed Kyler Parris as the Campaign Manager and himself as the Treasurer.
Mr. Binda improperly used $2,742.49 in Campaign funds for the following non-Campaign related expenditures: (1) Versace - $1,563.58; (2) Dental - $326.90; (3) Necklace - $88.00; (4) Haircut - $163.00; (5) Tickets - $91.25; (6) Airfare - $260.60; (7) Haircut - $65.00; and (8) Vivid seats - $184.16.
Mr. Binda used his personal funds to reimburse his Campaign for the non-campaign related expenditures listed above. Mr. Binda’s personal contributions included two candidate reimbursements totaling $967.59 that were made more than seven weeks prior to the time several PDC complaints were filed against him, as well as prior to the November 2, 2021, general election date. The contributions included: (1) $185 contributed on September 15, 2021; and (2) $782.59 contributed on September 21, 202. Mr. Binda made another $1,975.50 contribution to his Campaign on October 31, 2021, three days prior to the November 2, 2021, general election date. In total, Mr. Binda used personal funds to reimburse his Campaign a total of $2,913.09.
Separately, as a candidate under the Full Reporting option appearing on the 2021 general election ballot, Mr. Binda was required to file a Post-General Election C-4 report no later than December 10, 2021, covering the period from October 26 through November 30, 2021.
On September 16, 2022, the Campaign filed a combined C-4 report that included contribution and expenditure activities covering the period of October 26 through November 30, 2021, and December 1 through 31, 2021.
The C-4 report disclosed $2,390.50 in monetary contributions received; two in-kind contributions received totaling $453.49; and no expenditures made or orders-placed. The Post-General Election C-4 report was filed 280 days late in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
Combined Penalty for PDC Cases 100589 & 100348
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Jason Michaud, treasurer for Friends of Kelly Chambers stated “the deposits made for the County race after 12/08/2023 were all online contributions. The received dates reflect the time the money is transferred to the bank account; however, all contributions were made prior to the 12/09/2023 session freeze.”
In addition, Michaud noted in the “report notes” field on the Monetary Contribution (C-3) report filed Feb. 14, 2024, for the state House of Representatives campaign, the donations were postmarked prior to Dec. 9, 2023.
Based on this, staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $100 penalty with $50 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $150 penalty with $100 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Shauna Walters (the “Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the receipt of two over-limit contributions, which were refunded to the donors, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Shauna Walters about the importance of not accepting over-limit contributions, including in-kind contributions. Ms. Walters is further reminded to refund any over-limit contributions immediately.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/55284 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""55284 Walters Shauna Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3139/55284%20Walters%20Shauna%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55284 Walters Shauna Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3139/55284%20Walters%20Shauna%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55284 Walters Shauna Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3139/55284%20Walters%20Shauna%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/30/2020 05:57:28 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3142 5699 121746 02/23/2023 03/24/2023 PDC Staff S. D. Martin Consulting S. D. Martin Consulting: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyOn November 29, 2022, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging Nathan Davis, a candidate for Ferry County Commissioner in the 2022 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include or disclose party preference/affiliation on political advertisement(s) and RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities for campaign related activities.
Staff review found that Mr. Davis should have included party preference/affiliation in his political advertisement. Staff also found that Mr. Davis used the facilities or allowed the use of facilities/resources of Ferry County for campaign related activities by providing county email and phone number to the public as contact information for his campaign. Staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Davis for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.320 and .555. In the Warning letter, Mr. Davis was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/114579 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""114579 Davis Nathan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5630/114579%20Davis%20Nathan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""114579 Davis Nathan Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5630/114579%20Davis%20Nathan%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""114579 Davis Nathan Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5630/114579%20Davis%20Nathan%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 03/12/2024 03:45:18 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3147 3272 58201 10/04/2019 10/04/2019 10/17/2019 Glen Morgan Monica Mickhager Mickhager, Monica: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports (C-4 reports) (EY 19, Oct 19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on October 4, 2019. The complaint alleged that Monica Mickhager (Respondent), a Candidate for City Council Member for City of Port Townsend may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Monica Mickhager about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58201 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58201 Mickhager Monica Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3272/58201%20Mickhager%20Monica%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""58201 Mickhager Monica Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3272/58201%20Mickhager%20Monica%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58201 Mickhager Monica Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3272/58201%20Mickhager%20Monica%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/17/2019 04:59:53 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3148 5359 109909 06/27/2022 06/27/2022 08/09/2022 Sophia Blamey Rick Kuss Kuss, Richard: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on all pages of the candidate's website and failure to include party affiliation on yard signs (Jun' 22 EY' 22). RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalAllegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on all pages of the candidate's website and failure to include party affiliation on yard signs
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/109909 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""109909 Kuss Richard Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5359/109909%20Kuss%20Richard%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""109909 Kuss Richard Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5359/109909%20Kuss%20Richard%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""109909 Kuss Richard Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""109909 Kuss Richard Complaint Return Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5359/109909%20Kuss%20Richard%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 08/26/2024 09:58:24 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3149 2039 43687 11/17/2018 11/19/2018 02/15/2019 Freedom Foundation (Maxford Nelsen) Infrasource Services, LLC Infrasource Services, LLC: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.495 & WAC 390-17 for failure to obtain employee authorization forms that comply with requirements & annually provide required notices. (Nov 18) WAC 390-17-100, WAC 390-17-110, RCW 29B.40.230/42.17A.495 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Union "The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the annual F-1 report does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Zack Zappone will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) covering calendar year 2021 and 2022. Staff expects Mr. Zappone, will in the future, file all required reports on time according to deadlines described in statute and identified on the PDC website. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Once the complaint was initially filed, PDC staff contacted Pat Myers and the LCN with questions about candidate political advertisements that ran in the LCN during the 2022 election cycle. Part of staff’s correspondence with Mr. Myers included a commercial advertiser request of the LCN for paid political advertising accepted between August 23, 2022, through the November 2022 general election.
On November 7, 2022, Mr. Myers submitted an email response to staff stating that “the Lewis County News did not and does not provide free of charge or discounted rates for political advertising.” He stated in response to PDC staff’s commercial advertiser request of the LCN that during the timeframe August 23 through November 8, 2022, the LCN received paid political advertising from two candidates, Mike Hadaller, a candidate for a Lewis County PUD Commissioner and Tracy Murphy, a candidate for Lewis County Sheriff.
Mr. Myers stated that Mr. Hadaller ran one full page color ad, 6 columns x 10"", that was published on October 12, 2022, and was billed at the LCN full rate, which is $17 per column inch for an “ad running at a size of 60 col. inches” for a cost of $1,020. He stated that Mr. Murphy ran one 3 column inch x 5-inch color advertisement that was also published on October 12, 2022, and was billed at the LCN full rate, which is $17 per column inch for an “ad running at a size of 15 col. inches,” for a cost of $255.
Mr. Myers stated that both advertisements contained the required sponsor identifications for The Committee to Elect Tracy Murphy, and the Mike Hadaller Campaign.
On November 9, 2022, Mr. Myers submitted an additional email to PDC staff as a follow-up to the initial response, stating that “During the campaign season we invite all candidates from our voting districts to write and submit for publication a short bio and explanation of their platform to better inform our readers of their choices. All submittals that we received this year were submitted via email by the candidates or their campaign.”
Mr. Myers stated in response to staff’s questions about how he would categorize the political advertisements or editorial content that was provided in the LCN for candidates Tracy Murphy, Mike Hadaller, and Harry Bhagwandin, “if I were asked to classify this type of content, I would call it editorial.”
After receiving the November 9, 2022, response from Mr. Myers, PDC staff sent emails to the three 2022 Lewis County candidates in opposition to candidates Murphy, Hadaller, and Bhagwandin that included Scott Brummer, Rob Snaza, and Kevin Emerson.
Staff asked the three candidates to indicate if they had been contacted by an LCN representative about submitting 2022 candidate information for publication, were they asked to participate in a candidate interview, did they submit any candidate information to the LCN for publication, and did any of the information get published. The responses from candidates Emerson, Snaza and Brummer seemed to indicate that all three candidates felt they did not have an opportunity to submit candidate information to the LCN for publication as “Guest Editorial Content.”
Mr. Myers was asked if he or Ms. Hoffman contacted candidates Emerson, Snaza and Brummer about submitting a short bio or candidate information for the LCN publication, and Mr. Myers stated that he did not. He went on to state that if the three candidates had “submitted an editorial it would have been published per our policy. Per our policy, we have always had an open invitation to the public to submit Letters to the Editor or Guest Editorials to the paper for consideration and publication provided they adhere to our policies. This is common in most if not all newspapers.”
Mr. Myers stated that Ms. Hoffman informed his that “she did attempt to contact Sheriff Snaza prior to the election but did not get a response.” He added that “if anyone submits an op/ed piece that follows our policy guidelines and provides our readership with useful information we would run it.” When asked if he or the LCN would categorize Ms. Hoffman’s contacts with candidates Murphy, Hadaller, and Bhagwandin as “candidate interviews”, he stated no, “this company would consider these pieces to be guest editorials.""
Mr. Myers stated that ""We welcome these from the general public as this is our standard mode of operation and they would have run without a charge.”
Staff asked Mr. Myers about the three “articles or bios” that appeared on pages 3 and 5 of the October 19, 2022, edition of the LCN, providing information candidates Murphy, Hadaller, and Bhagwandin, and how they seemed to be reprinted of the three candidates talking points, with each written using the first person “I”. He again stated the three “pieces were guest editorials, again, a regular part of our business.”
Mr. Myers reiterated his earlier comments that it was “the position of this newspaper that no candidate received free advertising during the 2022 campaign cycle. As a result, there was no requirement to declare a sponsor as is a requirement pursuant to RCW 42.17A.320.” He stated that it is the LCN’s “job to help inform our readership of any and/or all pertinent information and guest editorials are just one of the multiple ways that we use to do that. It is standard operating procedure. We have a long-standing policy on the matter.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation by the Lewis County News or Pat Myers that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
RCW 42.17A.005(15)(b) states in part that “Contribution does not include: (iv) A news item, feature, commentary, or editorial in a regularly scheduled news medium that is of interest to the public, that is in a news medium controlled by a person whose business is that news medium, and that is not controlled by a candidate or a political or incidental committee.”
As noted above Mr. Myers stated that “if anyone submits an op/ed piece that follows our policy guidelines and provides our readership with useful information we would run it.” However, it appears that candidates Tracy Murphy, Mike Hadaller, and Harry Bhagwandin were treated differently than their opponents Scott Brummer, Rob Snaza, and Kevin Emerson by the LCN with regards to the LCN “candidate interview process”. In addition, it seemed candidates Murphy, Hadaller, and Bhagwandin were made aware of the opportunity to have their candidate information published as “Guest Editorials” and in at least one case were assisted with drafting the “editorial,” when it does not appear that candidates Brummer, Snaza, and Emerson received a similar offer.
When combined with the information published in the LCN in the first-person using the word “I”, it was not clear to PDC staff and likely the public whether the information published in the LCN about candidates Murphy, Hadaller, and Bhagwandin was editorial content or paid advertising. In the future, PDC staff would encourage the Lewis County News to clearly indicate when candidate information is being presented as “editorial” or “guest editorial” content.
PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by Jeff Sowers, Chair, South Salish Progressive Alliance, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on review of evidence provided in the complaint, South Salish Progressive Alliance website, social media posts, responses to the complaint, and PDC records, South Salish Progressive Alliance does not meet the requirements to register as a political committee. It also appears to not meet the definition of an incidental committee based on the lack of monetary or in-kind contributions to campaigns.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to register as a political committee does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
A mitigating factor in this case is that the Respondent accepted responsibility and took immediate action to hire a new treasurer who completed an audit of the campaign. The campaign issued refunds for the over-limit contributions and addressed reporting errors and missing information timely once notified.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Adam Fortney completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for not timely and accurately disclosing expenditures and contributions for the period of January 2023 through July 2023 on the Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) report and the Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) report; and RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting over the limit contributions in election year 2023. The $450 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer.
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The PDC dismissed the complaints filed by Joseph Colombo, Mark Palmer, and Ashley Mearns in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. In dismissing the complaints, PDC staff explained:
When transmitting the dismissal letter to Mr. Johnson, PDC staff noted, ""WAC 390-18-040(1) states, The term ""reelect"" when used in an advertisement represents that the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision. (Emphasis added) PDC staff advises candidates to refrain from using the term ""reelect"" in political advertising if use of the term does not agree with the meaning of the term as stated in this rule. While it would be accurate, based on this rule, to ask voters to reelect you to the Puyallup City Council in the At-Large position, it is not accurate to ask voters to reelect you to the Puyallup City Council in the District 2 position because you have never been elected to the Puyallup City Council in the District 2 position.""
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting was due in large part to Ms. Farris acting as her own treasurer and the only officer of her campaign. Although a considerable amount of campaign activity was reported late, much occurred the year prior to the election and almost all was reported prior to the election 2019 general election. Staff found no evidence that the late reporting was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2019 Farris Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Robin Farris will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for her 2019 Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Farris timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures if she becomes a candidate for public office. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by legal counsel, Mark Lamb, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting of C-3 reports during the 2023 election was due to minor clerical errors and not done intentionally to conceal the Respondent’s activities from the public. Staff noted that the Respondent found the errors on its own and submitted or corrected the campaign reports prior to the receipt of the complaint.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file four C-3 reports for 2023, including an incorrect source of a monetary contribution, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Spokane Good Government Alliance timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including accurate donor information on C-3 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the Committee using the term ""Re-elect"" on political advertising for an appointed incumbent does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), South Sound Future Enterprise Washington will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of re-elect as noted in this letter. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Committee will, in the future, use political advertising language properly, as set forth in WAC 390-18-040. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to ensure their current yard signs are in compliance by no later than Monday July 28, 2025, and that they comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175837 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175837 Joe DePinto Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8190/175837%20Joe%20DePinto%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""175837 Joe DePinto Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8190/175837%20Joe%20DePinto%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 10/20/2025 02:21:34 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3168 8197 175876 07/12/2025 07/12/2025 07/25/2025 Michael Loughry Lynda Schram Lynda Schram: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign advertising. (EY25 JUL25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Request for Reconsideration is GRANTED. This Order on Reconsideration will be the Final Order. The civil penalty of $250, with $150 suspended, assessed by the July 15, 2021, order is VACATED.
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At the July 21, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $75 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Jennifer Hansen, Compliance Officer. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent is a candidate for Washington State Governor.
2. As a gubernatorial candidate appearing on the August 4, 2020 primary election ballot, the Respondent was required to file the C-1 report and F-1 report, within two weeks of declaring candidacy or no later than June 1, 2020.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing C-1 or F-1 reports prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the C-1 and F-1 reports within two weeks of declaring candidacy or by June 1, 2020.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $500, with $300 of the penalty suspended, in accordance with the C-1 and F-1 report penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $200 non-suspended portion of the civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. File the missing C-1 and F-1 reports within 30 days of the date of this Order.
3. Commit no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC, for a period of 4 years from the date of this order, or the suspended $300 will become payable.
On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Community Education Center/GEO Group of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630, for failure to timely file the annual Lobbyist Employer’s Expense report (L-3 report) disclosing lobbying activities for calendar year 2018.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
PDC records indicate that the contracted Lobbyist, Bill Clarke, is no longer registered to lobby for the reporting period that previously triggered monthly L-3 report due by February 28, 2019 to cover 2018 pursuant to RCW 42.17A.630.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64904 administratively and remove their name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff is in receipt of the Statement of Understanding (SOU) you signed on March 10, 2023, along with a $300 civil total penalty ($150 for exceeding mini reporting limits and $150 for late filed C-3 and C-4 reports) for violating WAC 390-16-125 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The SOU was completed in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Hearing Penalty Schedule) to resolve the PDC staff generated complaint.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 27426.00 8343.00 0.00 19083.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Thurston County Democratic Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-12-15"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-12-31"", ""amount"" : 27426.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $16,686 with $8,343 suspended. Costs & Fees: $8,000 as attorneys fees, $240 as court costs, and $2,500 as costs of investigation (Paid to the State). \""shall pay the State the unsuspended portion of the civil penalty ($8,343) and fees and costs($10,740) as follows: $5,000 payable by July 15, 2018, and then installments of $1,500 on December 1 and June 1 each year starting on December 1, 2018 until paid in full."", ""suspended_amount"" : 8343.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$8,343 suspended for a period of four years contingent on no findings of violations of the law committed during the period of suspension as described in the Stipulation and Judgment."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-11-20"", ""amount"" : 6843.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-08-24"", ""amount"" : 5000.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-12-04"", ""amount"" : 5740.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-05-31"", ""amount"" : 1500.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/04/2023 12:25:47 PM 3177 5107 102543 01/14/2022 02/11/2022 PDC Staff Melonie Ancheta Melonie Ancheta: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Margaret Andersen, Treasurer for the Committee to Elect Helen Price Johnson (Campaign) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, and the fact the advertising was sponsored by the Candidate pictured in the advertising, with no intent to conceal sponsorship, and the expenditure was reported before the election, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report the expenditure and additional detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Helen Price Johnson about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 250000.00 0.00 0.00 250000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Jerry Moberg"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-03-06"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-04-05"", ""amount"" : 230000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $115,000 as to Jerry Moberg. Costs & Fees: $115,000 as to Jerry Moberg, for a portion of the State's attorneys' fees and costs incurred in this case and during its investigation (Paid to the State). Due within 30 days pf the date that the Judgment is entered."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-04-16"", ""amount"" : 35000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid - Partial""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-04-10"", ""amount"" : 195000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid - Partial""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}, {""who"" : ""Kenneth Greene"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-03-06"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-04-05"", ""amount"" : 20000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $13,872 as to Kenneth Greene. Costs & Fees: $6,128 as to Kenneth Green, for a portion of the State's attorneys' fees and costs incurred in this case and during its investigation. Due within 30 days of the entry of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-04-10"", ""amount"" : 20000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 03:03:17 PM 3182 3643 SC 17-2-02836-34 05/12/2017 06/29/2018 State of Washington King County Democratic Central Committee SC 17-2-02836-34 King Co Democratic Central Committee (Thurston County Superior Court) "For more case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 36797.00 12027.50 0.00 24769.50 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""King County Democratic Central Committee"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-06-27"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-01"", ""amount"" : 36797.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $24,055 with $12,027.50 suspended. Costs & Fees: $10,000 in reasonable attorney fees; $2,502 in investigation costs, and $240 in court costs(Paid to the State). $1,000 payable by August 1, and then installments of $4,000 on January 1 and July 1 each year starting on January 1, 2019 until paid in full."", ""suspended_amount"" : 12027.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-01-11"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 3769.50, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-07-09"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-01-03"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-07-08"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-08-13"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-01-30"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/14/2021 12:52:33 PM 3183 3644 SC 17-2-02837-34 05/12/2017 12/20/2018 State of Washington Spokane County Democratic Central Committee (a Washington nonprofit corporation); Jim Castrolang (individually and in his capacity as Executive Director and Chair of the Spokane County Democratic Committee); and Justin Galloway (individually and in his capacity as Treasurer of the Spokane County Democratic Central Committee) SC 17-2-02837-34 Spokane County Democratic Central Committee (Thurston County Superior Court) "For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-lawsl
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Kelli Hughes-Ham is a first-time candidate for public office, serving as her own treasurer and only officer. Staff found that although several C-4 reports were filed late or required amendments to be accurate, that this was due to the limited experience of the Respondent and not done to intentionally conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose C-4 reports submitted by the 2022 Hughes-Ham Campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kelli Hughes-Ham will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures made by the 2022 Hughes-Ham Campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Hughes-Ham timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Campaign Manager Haley Turner and Treasurer Andy Taylor on behalf of the Respondent; PDC Interpretation 04-02; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the majority of the activities included in the two complaints and detailed above were conducted as part of the normal and regular official business of Ms. Wilkerson and Mr. Carlos. Staff found that the Respondent has a fair understanding of the prohibition on the use of facilities to support any candidate and intended to avoid violating RCW 42.17A.555. See, for example, Mr. Carlos’ use of leave to attend a campaign event during his usual workday.
However, staff believes that the use of city resources for the October 25, 2021, interview with KXLY reporter, Esther Bower (see Alleged Violation 5), should have been avoided.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the albeit unintended use of city resources to participate in an interview apparently intended for Ms. Wilkerson as a candidate, not as a public official, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Betsy Wilkerson will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities for campaign purposes. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Wilkerson will proactively review all events and activity to ensure that city resources and city staff are never used for any campaign efforts. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined in this instance, exceeding the contribution limits for a 2020 legislative candidate allowed in RCW 42.17A.405(4)(b) does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the Skagit County Republicans about the importance of compliance with RCW 42.17A.405 and PDC staff expects the Skagit County Republicans will not contribute in excess of contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the fact Bruch refunded the contribution promptly when notified of the requirement and the funds were not used by the Campaign, staff has determined in this instance the Campaign’s acceptance of over-limit contribution does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Bill Bruch about the importance of compliance with RCW 42.17A.405 and expects Bruch will not accept any contributions exceeding limits in the future, as required by law. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing sponsor identification on the Respondent’s website was a result of the limited experience and general lack of knowledge regarding sponsor ID requirements and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor’s name from the public. Staff found that the Respondent was registered as a political committee opposing the North Kitsap School District bond measure for the February 13, 2024, special election prior to receipt of the complaints, and the public could visit the PDC’s website to learn more about the committee.
In addition, while staff did not opine as to whether the use of the name NKSD Bond created confusion to the general public, staff found no merit to the allegation that the mere use of the name was a violation of any law or rule enforced by the PDC. Finally, the Respondent voluntarily made edits to their website to clarify their opposition to the bond and that they are not affiliated with the North Kitsap School District.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on written political advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include the required sponsor identification on written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that NKSD Bond reviews all political advertisement to ensure it includes sponsor identification prior to being made available to the public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On November 12, 2020, the PDC received a completed Statements of Understanding (SOU) for both The Leadership Council and WA Forward (the Leadership Council), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.405 by making over-limit contributions to five candidates for the Washington State Legislature in 2020 from two affiliated entities. The Leadership Council and WA Forward (the Leadership Council) each paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issues of making over-limit contributions from affiliated entities to five 2020 Legislative candidates.
PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter, especially since the affiliated contributions made by WA Forward (The Leadership Council) to the five 2020 candidates were mitigated by the fact the candidates timely refunded the over-limit contributions and none of the candidates appeared to have spent any of the over-limit contributions.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed these two cases against the Leadership Council (PDC Case 74277) and WA Forward - The Leadership Council (PDC Case 74270), in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On November 12, 2020, the PDC received a completed Statements of Understanding (SOU) for both The Leadership Council and WA Forward (the Leadership Council), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.405 by making over-limit contributions to five candidates for the Washington State Legislature in 2020 from two affiliated entities. The Leadership Council and WA Forward (the Leadership Council) each paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issues of making over-limit contributions from affiliated entities to five 2020 Legislative candidates.
PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter, especially since the affiliated contributions made by WA Forward (The Leadership Council) to the five 2020 candidates were mitigated by the fact the candidates timely refunded the over-limit contributions and none of the candidates appeared to have spent any of the over-limit contributions.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed these two cases against the Leadership Council (PDC Case 74277) and WA Forward - The Leadership Council (PDC Case 74270), in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It was determined that in all but one instance the C-3 and C-4 reports were filed late. In most instances the reporting was months late, and all reports were filed after the election. The end of election cycle C-4 was filed timely. The campaign reported total receipts in the amount of $2,000, and expenditures of $1,842.84.
Carla Urias responded to these statements, explaining that:
RCW 42.17A.235 states, in part, “the treasurer or candidate shall preserve the books of account, bills, receipts, and all other financial records of the campaign.” WAC 390-16-043 defines “books of account” as “a ledger or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, and debts,” and the books of account include: “a ledger, spreadsheet, or similar listing of contributions, expenditures, loans, debts and obligations to substantiate the information disclosed on the PDC campaign finance reports.”
The format of the “books of account” is not mandated by statute or WAC but the expectation is that the information is accurate and thorough to substantiate the required reporting to the Commission. As well, it is not expected that a campaign maintains records not provided by a financial institution, for example cancelled checks. However, the campaign should maintain copies of received contribution checks and other source documents outlined in WAC 390-16-043.
Although the law prohibits using campaign funds to make a contribution to another candidate or political committee (other than using surplus funds to give to a political party or caucus committee), a candidate is allowed to use his or her campaign money to pay for costs to attend an event held by another candidate, a political party or committee so long as attending the event is directly related to the candidate's own campaign and the candidate's campaign only pays the per-person cost of consumables provided at the event (that is, the candidate uses his or her campaign money only to pay for his or her share of the actual cost of food, beverages, preparation, catering and entertainment furnished at the event). If the candidate wishes to pay the full admission charge (e.g., including a contribution amount above and beyond the costs associated with attendance), he or she must use his or her personal funds to do so.
Candidates may work together, or with other entities, to coordinate campaign events, but if there are event costs attributable to candidates, then those costs should be shared by all candidates who receive a benefit from the event. We encourage candidates to directly pay vendors their share of the costs, and report this share as an expenditure in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, accepting over the limit cash contributions and failing to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports in the 2023 election does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d):
The PDC has dismissed these matters pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
In the future, staff expects Carla Urias to comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance pertaining to cash contributions and filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Maria Flores (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, and the completion of a Statement of Understanding as discussed below, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file two C-4 reports and four C-3 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
On January 29, 2024, Maria Flores completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A. 235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose the candidate committee’s contributions and expenditures on Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) during election year 2023. The SOU specifically addressed the following late reporting: 1) a C-4 report that covered the 21-day and 7-day pre-Primary reporting periods; and 2) a 7-day pre-General C-4 report. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaints.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Maria Flores received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports). The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation that she timely report contributions in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are further violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Maria Flores about the importance of 1) including complete descriptions for expenditures and in-kind contributions on C-4 reports; and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, whenever possible, in the future, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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To determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted, PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint; the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and reporting requirements; the F-1 report filed by Ashley Eckel; and the October 12, 2023, response to the complaint submitted by Ashley Eckel (Respondent) on behalf of her 2023 Campaign.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
On May 19, 2023, the Respondent filed a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report for 2023, covering the period beginning May 9, 2022, through May 8, 2023. The F-1 report was amended once thereafter. • You alleged in your complaint that the Respondent failed to accurately report ownership interest in real property, including the debt and rental income attached to said real property.
In her responses to the complaint, received on October 12, 2023, the Respondent stated: “Mr. Moore implies that I intentionally did not report co-ownership of my home with my parents, Cynthia and Louis Pandolfi. Indeed, my husband and I share joint ownership of 3216 93rd PL NE Clyde Hill 98004 with Cynthia and Louis Pandolfi. I spoke with the Public Disclosure Commission on at least 2 occasions (see T-Mobile documentation, Eckel – Exhibit A) in May of 2023. On 5/18/2023, prior to submission, I confirmed with both the initial staff member answering the phone as well as a second senior/expert staff member at the PDC that there was no way in the PDC website to list four owners of the home. The PDC staff instructed me to put the first two owners. I have now confirmed, again, on October 10 2023 that there is still no way in the PDC website to list four owners. If the PDC can fix their website, I am very happy to supply the list of four owners, as I was when I originally filled out the form.”
Regarding the allegation about the failure to disclose the mortgage rate on the Bothell property listed on the F-1 report, the Respondent, in her response, stated: “My. [sic] Moore implies that I intentionally listed an incorrect mortgage rate for the Bothell property. My mortgage rate on the above property is 2.25%. When we initially recorded the loan document, my mother, who prepared the document for us, forgot to fill in the interest rate for the loan, leaving it at the template 0.00. My father informed me shortly after that IRS code requires a minimum interest rate, so we needed to amend this. We had multiple communications about this, and he sent my husband and I a formal letter confirming that the interest rate would be 2.25%.” Additionally, regarding the Bothell property, the Respondent further noted that – “I do not receive any income from the Bothell property. All the income and expenses, including depreciation for the property, are included in my [parent’s] tax returns. Frank and I do not take any income from this property. I am happy to supply all accounting records for the property, as well as bank statements, if necessary.”
RCW 42.17A.710 requires a candidate to disclose for “the reporting individual and each member of the reporting individual’s immediate family… (a) list, including legal or other sufficient descriptions as prescribed by the commission, of all real property in the state of Washington, the assessed valuation of which exceeds ten thousand dollars in which a direct financial interest was held.”
RCW 42.17A.005 defines “immediate family” to include “the spouse or domestic partner, dependent children, and other dependent relatives, if living in the household.”
The candidate’s F-1 reported ownership of real property for her and her spouse, as required. It also disclosed the assessed value of the property in the ranges prescribed in RCW 42.17A.710(3)(b).
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence of a violation existed to warrant further investigation.
Accordingly, PDC staff found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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At the July 21, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found violations of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $100, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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Candidates and committees choosing mini reporting do not file contribution and expenditure reports, but they must file a registration statement, keep records of their contributions and expenditures, and comply with disclosure requirements.
Candidates are not prohibited from attending campaign events, civic engagement related events, or “Get out the vote” (GOTV) events with other candidates. GOTV events aim to increase voter turnout in elections and often focus their efforts on voter registration and encouragement of voting generally. In this instance, neither the evidence provided, nor the reports filed by the campaign, support an allegation about these events that calls for further investigation.
Although the law prohibits using campaign funds to make a contribution to another candidate or political committee (other than using surplus funds to give to a political party or caucus committee), a candidate is allowed to use his or her campaign money to pay for costs to attend an event held by another candidate, a political party or committee so long as attending the event is directly related to the candidate's own campaign and the candidate's campaign only pays the per-person cost of consumables provided at the event (that is, the candidate uses his or her campaign money only to pay for his or her share of the actual cost of food, beverages, preparation, catering and entertainment furnished at the event). If the candidate wishes to pay the full admission charge (e.g., including a contribution amount above and beyond the costs associated with attendance), he or she must use his or her personal funds to do so.
Candidates may work together, or with other entities, to coordinate campaign events, but if there are event costs attributable to candidates, then those costs should be shared by all candidates who receive a benefit from the event. We encourage candidates to directly pay vendors their share of the costs, and report this share as an expenditure in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) system.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Keren Vazquez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, WAC 390-16-105 and WAC 390-16-115 by converting to the Mini Reporting option when the campaign was not eligible; RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to deposit contributions within five business days of receipt; and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and correctly file campaign reports (C-3 and C-4 reports) disclosing contributions and expenditures. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint as well as those found by the PDC.
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the use of public facilities in an election campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Summer Scheyer will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Summer Scheyer follow PDC regulations for use of public facilities for election activities as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC findings, and the fact Peralta was a first-time candidate, filed the original reports timely and the Campaign made a good faith efforts to comply with the reporting requirements of RCW 42.17A.240 concerning expenditures undertaken by the campaign on their C-4 reports, and the public was not deprived of critical information as the dates, amounts, and purposes of the expenditures were disclosed, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ana Ruiz Peralta about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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candidates, including the candidates’ names and complete mailing addresses.
On May 23, 2023, Weisi Amanda Li filed a Candidate Registration declaring her candidacy for City Councilperson for the City of Newcastle, Position #2, initially selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing herself as Campaign Treasurer. Ms. Li was a first-time candidate seeking public office in 2023. On October 26, 2023, Ms. Li filed an amended Candidate Registration changing from the Full Reporting Option to the Mini Reporting Option.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires the sponsor identification, including the candidate’s name and complete mailing address to appear on political advertisements such as direct mail, TV and radio broadcast advertisements, and social media advertisements. In addition, if the direct mail advertisement is sponsored by multiple candidates, the sponsor identification must include all candidate names and their complete mailing addresses.
Ms. Li stated in her response that the joint four-candidate mailer “was designed by a third party” and included information about all four candidates “running in this election with similar ideals.” She stated the information had been provided by Mr. Trautman, Mr. Griffin, Mr. Tallman, and her Campaign, and was taken from information that had previously been included in each candidate’s own “individual flyers.”
Ms. Li stated that when the final draft of the mailer was shared with her, she informed the other three candidates that she didn't have the funds to pay for her pro-rata share. She stated that rather than redesigning the mailer to exclude her candidate information, the other three “candidates kindly offered to split the costs for the printing and postage 3 ways between themselves without my financial input.”
Ms. Li stated the three candidates wanted to include her candidate information in the “mailer to show group unity.” She stated that the three candidates, Mr. Trautman, Mr. Griffin, and Mr. Tallman, each paid 1/3 of the costs for the mailer, that she was not involved in finalizing the mailer, and did not make an expenditure or payment for the mailer.
Ms. Li stated that she confirmed with all three candidates that they explained the mailer to Ms. Simpson and showed “her their… receipts clearly showing their 3 way pro rata share of the cost.”
The other three candidates were all under the Mini Reporting Option, which did not require any itemized campaign finance reports to be filed, including Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Ms. Li changed to the Mini Reporting Option on October 26, 2003. It was not possible for PDC staff to ascertain
based on the available records if the three candidates paid for Ms. Li’s portion using personal or campaign funds, since no campaign finance reports are filed by candidates under Mini Reporting.
Based solely on Ms. Li’s response, she indicated that she did not pay for her portion of the mailer so the “Paid for by” sponsor identification did not require her name to be included, unless it stated the words “Sponsored by” since the content for her portion of the mailer was provided by her Campaign.
PDC staff did not find any evidence of a violation that would require conducting a further review or investigation into the complaint allegation or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
PDC staff is reminding Ms. Li to include the proper sponsor identification on all future political advertisements, including her name and complete mailing address in which she is appearing as a candidate. As in this case, if Ms. Li does not use Campaign or personal funds to pay for any future advertisements featuring her, that she not include the words “Paid for by” followed by her name. Staff recommends that Ms. Li include the words “Sponsored by” followed by her name and mailing address for the information in which she provided the content.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined JW Foster appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/176159 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""176159 JW Foster Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8209/176159%20JW%20Foster%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""176159 JW Foster Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8209/176159%20JW%20Foster%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/25/2025 09:33:39 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3224 7824 173167 05/29/2025 07/23/2025 PDC Staff Bruce Ford Bruce Ford: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register campaign (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY25 (GE25) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent registered with the PDC on May 5, 2025, as a candidate for Commissioner of the Port of Anacortes, Position 1, under the Full Reporting option.
• PDC staff reviewed the evidence and the Respondent's response to the complaint. Sponsor identification was missing from the Respondent's political advertising but they took quick action to remedy the issue.
• The Respondent has no related warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements within the Statute of Limitations.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
A complaint was filed alleging that the Tax Amazon PAC, a political committee registered with the PDC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose committee expenditures for payments made to committee staff during 2020.
On July 15, 2020, the PAC filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosing $39, 119 in monetary contributions received and $26,880 in expenditures made during the period that included a $4,516.61 expenditure made to surepayroll on June 1, 2020 for Payroll Taxes.
On August 28, 2020, the PAC filed the 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosing $745 in monetary contributions received and $13,935 in expenditures made during the period that included two expenditures to surepayroll for Payroll Taxes ($7,472.09 made on July 14, 2020, and a $2,000.16 made on July 21, 2020). The report also disclosed a $1,702 expenditure to Rosemary Daniels on July 15, 2020 for Campaign services.
Ms. Metz stated that the correct expenditure details for the PAC expenditures made and attributed to payroll were as follows: (1) June 2020: The $4,516 expenditure made by the PAC on June 1, 2020, should have been disclosed as: $1,862.54 paid to Alycia Lewis; $1,760.00 paid to Greyson Van Arsdale, with $896.07 in payroll taxes paid through Surepayroll; (2) July 1-13, 2020: The $7,472.09 expenditure made by the PAC on July 14, 2020, should have been disclosed as: $1,760 paid to Greyson Van Arsdale; $1,858.54 paid to Alycia Lewis; $1,605 paid to Hannah Swoboda; and $2,248.55 in payroll taxes paid through Surepayroll; and (3) July 14-31, 2020: The $2,000.16 expenditure made by the PAC on July 21, 2020, should have been disclosed as $1,618.02 paid to Joe Sugrue and $382.14 for payroll taxes paid through Surepayroll.
On November 18, 2020, Ms. Metz filed amended 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 reports correcting the expenditures made by the PAC to accurately disclose the individuals listed above as having been paid by the PAC for “Campaign Services” for June and July of 2020.
Ms. Metz stated that she was a first-time Treasurer and had no prior experience filing Campaign finance reports with the PDC through the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) Software. She stated that ""This error occurred when we first switched over to a direct deposit payroll system with surepayroll in June, which also coincided with an expansion of our campaign team.”
Ms. Metz stated that prior to making the change the PAC’s employees were all paid by check, but under the new payroll system with surepayroll, some of the employees were being paid by the PAC directly by check and some PAC employees were paid electronically through direct deposits.
PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Staff has determined that Tax Amazon PAC inadvertently disclosed the payments made to committee staff for services as a lump sum expenditure made to surepayroll when the committee changed to an automated direct deposit payment system for payroll expenses, rather than identifying each individual committee staff member paid by the PAC.
PDC staff has reminded Tax Amazon PAC about the importance of campaign finance reporting for political committees, including the timely and accurate disclosure of committee expenditures for payments made to committee staff, and all other reportable committee contribution and expenditure activities, and to comply with the continuing political committee and ballot measure committee reporting requirements in the future.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the July 21, 2022 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $75 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The PDC Compliance Officer also interviewed Mr. Burton on June 5, 2023, and he confirmed that Ms. Pfeil was “just listening” to the First Legislative District Democrats Election Committee meeting. Mr. Burton says that Ms. Pfeil identified herself during the meeting and voted on how to “move forward with moving candidate interviews along” but otherwise did not have a participatory role in the meeting. Ms. Pfeil has said she did not recall speaking, or otherwise communicating, at the meeting and that “it was a discussion mainly by the leads and some volunteer committee members.”
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, Corina Pfeil’s use of facilities of a public office or agency for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office does not appear to be a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Corina Pfeil will receive a formal written warning concerning her use of facilities of a public office or agency for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office. Staff expects Ms. Pfeil to follow the law as written in RCW 42.17A.555 and as provided in PDC Interpretation No. 04-02. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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EDWIN SUTTON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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This complaint (and 10 other complaints filed against Mr. Cooper) was filed with the PDC and the Attorney General's Office as a Citizen Action Notice (CAN). The AGO and the complainant have both filed lawsuits against Mr. Cooper concerning many of the same allegations listed in the 11 complaints.
Therefore, PDC staff is closing administratively the remaining six complaints filed against Jim Cooper as noted in this letter, without taking any action, completing our review, or pursuing enforcement action.
A complaint was filed alleging that New Direction PAC, a continuing political committee registered with the PDC during calendar year 2022, may have violated RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to accurately report Electioneering Communications on Independent Expenditures reports (C-6 reports).
On October 24, 2019, New Direction PAC filed a Committee Registration as a Continuing Political Committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing Kurt Fritts as the Committee Manager/Director, and Mr. Petterson as Ministerial Treasurer.
Specifically, the complaint alleged that New Direction PAC (Committee) failed to accurately identify that one of the candidates supported by the electioneering communications disclosed on the C-6 reports, incorrectly listed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for the House of Representatives in the 42nd Legislative District, instead of a candidate for State Senator in the 42nd Legislative District.
Staff reviewed the C-6 reports filed by the Committee and found that while the Committee timely filed the initial C-6 reports, the reports inadvertently listed Sharon Shewmake as a 2022 candidate for the House of Representatives in the 42nd Legislative District, rather than a candidate for State Senator in the district.
Mr. Petterson stated in his October 10, 2022, emailed response that New Direction PAC “looked into this and, yes, some of our C6's were filed with the incorrect Sharon Shewmake record”, specifically the office being sought. He stated that the Committee filed amended C-6 reports on October 6, 2022, and added Sharon Shewmake shows up twice in the dropdown menu on the PDC’s C-6 filing application system.
Mr. Petterson stated that “one is for her current house seat and the other is for the senate campaign. There's no office/position listed on the name in the dropdown so it's confusing when filing the C6 reports. If there's any way to update that at some point to add position, I think it would be very helpful.”
On October 5, 2022, the Committee filed seven amended C-6 reports Rep No #11495, #11496, #11497, #11498, #11499, #11500, and #11501, disclosing the same vendors, dates, and dollar amounts for the Electioneering Communications on Box #3 as listed on the initial C-6 reports filed by the New Direction PAC. Four of the amended C-6 reports filed by New Direction PAC, were filed to address the four initial C-6 reports listed as exhibits to the complaint, Rep No #’s 11379, #11390, #11426, and #11441 that incorrectly disclosed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for House of Representatives in the 42nd Legislative District.
The four amended C-6 reports correctly disclosed that Sharon Shewmake was a 2022 candidate for State Senator in the 42nd Legislative District and seeking the office as a Democrat. .
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Committee’s failure to correctly list the office being sought by Sharon Shewmake, State Senator instead of State Representative does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
New Direction PAC promptly and timely filed the requested amended C-6 reports listed above disclosing the required information as soon as the deficiency concerning the office being sought by Representative Shewmake were brought to its attention. The initial C-6 reports filed by the New Direction PAC checked box #3 on the report for electioneering communications, were timely filed and substantially complied with the electioneering communications reporting requirements.
New Direction PAC made ministerial errors on the required C-6 reports, which had no impact or a minimal impact on the public interest and was mitigated by the fact that the Committee listed the candidate and the amount of the independent expenditure, but the wrong office being sought. While the report incorrectly listed the office being sought by Sharon Shewmake as State Representative (for which she is the incumbent) rather than State Senator, the electioneering communication information distributed by New Direction PAC for her correctly listed the office being sought.
Upon notification of the errors, New Direction PAC timely amended the pertinent C-6 reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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JEFFREY THOMPSON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/11/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-135 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10135.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2224/10135.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10135.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 3256 3778 79730 10/29/2020 10/29/2020 12/02/2020 Salley Bull Shauna Beeman Beeman, Shauna: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures (EY20, Nov20) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities by using official email to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition. Specifically, the complaint alleged that Chief Shultz’s email response to an email inquiry from a member of the public, asking if she endorsed candidate Darrin Wallace in the upcoming election, violated .555.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of official work email to respond to a member of the public’s specific inquiry regarding whether the Respondent endorsed a candidate for election does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Susan Shultz received a formal written warning concerning her use of official work email to discuss endorsing a candidate for office. PDC staff expects that, in the future, she will not use public office/agency resources (facilities) in this manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 14, 2020. The complaint alleged that Jani Hitchen, a candidate for Pierce County Council, Position 6 in the 2020 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support her own election campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Jani Hitchen (the “Respondent”); and PDC Interpretation 01-03, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Ms. Hitchen taking campaign related photos of herself and her classroom and then posting them on her campaign Facebook page, were done intentionally but with a mind towards compliance with state laws, rules and PDC Interpretation 01-03. Ms. Hitchen responded timely to the complaint and removed the posts in the interest of full compliance. Staff found that any minor misuse of public facilities by Ms. Hitchen was done because of a general misunderstanding and not a disregard for the statutory restrictions. However, it is staff’s opinion that the public areas contemplated by PDC Interpretation 01-03 are those typically used or rented by community members or organizations within the school district boundaries, and that individual classrooms would not normally be available for non-school related activities.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the taking and posting of two campaign related photos does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Jani Hitchen about the importance of reviewing the applicability of RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation 01-03Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, to ensure any future campaign related activities fully comply with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/78803 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""78803 Hitchen Jani Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3747/78803%20Hitchen%20Jani%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""78803 Hitchen Jani Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3747/78803%20Hitchen%20Jani%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""78803 HItchen Jani Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3747/78803%20HItchen%20Jani%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/21/2020 08:22:16 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3260 6759 153540 11/02/2023 11/02/2023 06/05/2024 Conner Edwards Keenan Harvey Keenan Harvey: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on September 11, 2020 and the additional information provided on September 14, 2020. The complaint alleged that Matthew Larkin, a candidate for Washington State Attorney General in the 2020 primary and general election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mr. Larkin (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff did not find evidence showing that the campaign received over limit contributions or purposely concealed the source of a donation. Staff found that the reduction of the fair market value of items specifically affected by the current COVID restrictions was appropriate in this instance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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DARLENE STERN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/06/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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A complaint was filed against Our Region PAC, a new 2020 political committee registered with the PDC, alleging that Our Region PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to properly disclose committee loans and loan repayments made during the 2020 election cycle.
On July 13, 2020, Our Region PAC (ORP) filed two Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) disclosing a $10,000 contribution had been received from Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC - Region PAC on July 10, 2020, and a $100 monetary loan had been received from Jon Petit.
On July 28, 2020, ORP timely filed the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election Summary Contribution and Expenditures report (C-4 report) covering the period July 14 through 27, 2020, and disclosing no contributions had been received, and that $6,071 in total expenditures had been made during the period. The C-4 report disclosed ORP made two $100 expenditures on July 21, 2020, with the descriptions “LOAN REPAYMENT” and “Repay Loan” and the Loan document Schedule L, Part 2 listed one $100 loan repayment made to Mr. Petit with $0 still owed. However, Schedule L, Part 4 listed a $100 loan as the loan amount still owed to Mr. Petit.
Mr. Petit stated he made only one $100 loan, and that he received only one $100 loan repayment from ORP (check #1003). stated that he inadvertently made a duplicate entry for the loan repayment into the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) program, and there was no second $100 loan or loan repayment.
On December 3, 2020, Mr. Petit filed an amended 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report, deleting the second $100 loan repayment expenditure that he had inadvertently entered into the ORCA program for ORP.
For the 2020 election cycle, Our Region PAC disclosed receiving $10,100 in total monetary contributions, $9,633.90 in total expenditures made, with a cash on hand balance of $466.10. The $100 loan repayment that was inadvertently duplicated by Mr. Petit was not a material amount compared to the overall total committee activity, and the public was not denied of any campaign finance information since the loan repayment was actually listed twice.
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence that would constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. The PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC findings, and the fact the Campaign filed the original reports timely and the Campaign made a good faith efforts to comply with the reporting requirements of RCW 42.17A.240 concerning expenditures undertaken by the campaign on their C-4 reports, and the public was not deprived of critical information as the dates, amounts, and purposes of the expenditures were disclosed, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Kevin Ballard about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules and expects in the future Ballard will timely file accurate and complete reports, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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While staff found Mr. Elkins’s F-1 reports included deficiencies, he fully cooperated with PDC staff during its review and took responsibility for the deficiencies by amending the F-1 reports to include reportable information.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to include all reportable information on Mr. Elkins’ F-1 Reports covering 2021 and 2022 does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Elkins will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose reportable information related to assets owned by him. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who declared as a candidate with Elections on May 14, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 28, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report, identifying the Treasurer and banking information, with the PDC on August 20, 2019, which is 84 days late.
In his response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated he was not aware of the C-1 reporting requirement and had mistakenly believed that the F-1 report satisfied reporting requirements for candidates..
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely file C-1 reports in future years. The Commission may consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On June 2, 2021, Dennis Martinez filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC declaring his candidacy in 2021 for Tukwila City Council, Position #3, selecting the Mini Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer.
The political advertisement provided as part of the complaint was a joint mailer that included photographs of Tosh Sharp and Dennis Martinez; provided information concerning both candidates shared vision for the city of Tukwila; and featured both Mr. Sharp and Mr. Martinez equally as candidates. The joint mailer included Mr. Martinez’s name and the Campaign PO Box in the return address area of the joint mailer.
The joint mailer did not meet the political advertisement requirements by including the required sponsor identification (sponsor ID) for both candidates. The sponsor ID requirements for a joint candidate mailer require that the words ""Paid for"" or ""Sponsored by"" followed by each candidate’s name and mailing address be included; that the sponsor ID for each candidate appear on the first page of the mailer; and that the sponsor ID is printed in at least ten-point type and set apart from any other printed content.
Mr. Martinez stated that after speaking with PDC staff, he became aware of the sponsor ID requirements on all political advertising and acknowledged that he made an honest mistake concerning the joint mailing. PDC staff explained to him that while the joint mailer sent out on October 20, 2021, included his name and address on the back of the postcard, it did not appear “on the front nor did it have who sponsored the mailer.”
Mr. Martinez stated that as a candidate under the Mini Reportion option, he “welcomed the opportunity to get some information out at minimal cost, so he and Mr. Sharp decided to send out a dual mailer.” He stated both candidates agreed to pay for half of the costs for the joint mailer, and that each candidate would pay their portion of the costs directly to Renton Printery. He attached a copy of the invoice from Renton Printery indicating 2,900 joint or dual mailers were printed and mailed out costing a total of $3,238.04, and that his portion of the mailing costs was $1,619.02. He noted that the Renton Printery invoice indicated the portion of the joint mailer costs that were paid by his Campaign and added that Mr. Sharp was billed separately for his portion of the joint mailer costs.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the failure to include the required sponsor ID for both candidates on the joint political advertisement, does not amount to a violation warranting investigation or any further enforcement action. Since both candidates co-sponsored the political advertisement, the joint mailer required a dual sponsorship that included the sponsor ID from both Mr. Sharp and Mr. Martinez.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Dennis Martinez will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include the required sponsor identification on political advertising co-sponsored by his Campaign along with another candidate. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Dennis Martinez will in the future, include the complete sponsor identification on all future political advertisements as required by law, including joint candidate mailers. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on September 14, 2020. The complaint alleged that the Officials of the Port Angeles School District (PASD), a public school district located in the City of Port Angeles and servicing nine public schools, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.555 for failure to provide opportunities for opposing viewpoints during discussion of a local ballot measure; and (2) RCW 42.17A.565 for adverse employment action related to a public employee's contribution activity.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by Director of Human Resources, Scott Harker, on behalf of PASD (the “Respondent”); and PDC Interpretation 01-03, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Regarding the first allegation, staff found no evidence that PASD’s school board curtailed the complainant’s December 12, 2019 public comments and found that the verbal interruptions appeared to be meant to remind the speaker of the board’s written policy regarding public comments on a specific subject rather than to allow a question and answer period.
Regarding the second allegation, staff did not find that the complainant’s video project was meant to be a political contribution to PASD’s levy committee and found no evidence that PASD’s staff acted in a discriminatory manner towards the complainant regarding the absence of the levy video(s) in violation of RCW 42.17A.565(2)(c).
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The campaign Treasurer stated that a lack of experience, and not an attempt to be dishonest, is the cause of the errors and late reporting. The campaign incorrectly assumed the remaining balance of the 2022 campaign account was theirs to access and proceeded to get permission from the 25th Legislative District (LD), as the largest contributor in total across the multiple campaigns, to transfer $11,900 of the remaining funds from the 2022 to the 2023 campaign. The LD approved the transfer of funds and the campaign provided proof of that approval; unfortunately, this transfer did not follow PDC guidance of first-in, first-out accounting which requires the contributions received latest in the year for 2022, and then those in 2020 if necessary, to be used and those contributors were the entities the campaign actually needed permission from in order to use the previously contributed funds in the 2023 campaign. The campaign has worked effectively with PDC staff to better understand what is and is not allowed regarding the transfer of surplus funds and the Treasurer has been diligent in working with PDC filer assistance staff to correct reports across multiple campaigns. It is also worth noting the current Treasurer is working to correct reporting for prior campaigns that she was not the original Treasurer.
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the 2023 Campaign and transfer of funds between the 2022 Campaign and the 2023 Campaign, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jamie Smith will receive a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the 2023 Campaign and failure to accurately transfer funds between the 2022 Campaign and the 2023 Campaign per RCW 42.17A.490. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Jamie Smith provide better oversight of campaign staff, specifically supervision of the campaign Treasurer, and moving forward accurate and timely reporting of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system will occur. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that the campaign signs placement in the areas around Browns Point Elementary and Meeker Middle School was done independently and not at the direction of Tacoma School District officials. Staff also determined that the levy campaign signs were placed in the public right-of-way.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Jennifer Tyler by email and mail on November 20, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held remotely on December 3, 2020, telephonically via Microsoft Teams, to consider whether Jennifer Tyler violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting and retaining over-limit anonymous contributions; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to file a Post General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) report.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Alice Fiman, Compliance Officer. Jennifer Tyler did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials in response to the hearing notice.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED Jennifer Tyler is assessed a civil penalty of $571.25 in accordance with RCW 42.17A and the Brief Enforcement penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $571.25 civil penalty assessed by the Presiding Officer is broken down as follows:
The $571.25 civil penalty assessed in this matter is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $571.25 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for total collection of the amount owed.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Lisa Canar, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the Green Party of Washington State did submit campaign reports late ranging from calendar year 2019, 2022 and 2023, many of the expenses were for party building activities, utilities and overhead. The majority of the late reported contributions made by the Respondent were filed in previous calendar years or at least before the 2023 general election.
Staff found no evidence that the Green Party of Washington State purposely filed late or inaccurate campaign reports in order to conceal its activities from the public or adversely affect the outcome of previous elections.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file campaign reports dating back from calendar year 2019, 2022 and 2023, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file reports disclosing campaign activity. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Green Party of Washington State timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Deputy Treasurer, Jason Bennett, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the alleged late reporting of amended C-4 reports for January 2019 to April 2019 were done to ensure contribution and expenditure totals were accurate and up to date. Four of the five amended reports were made more than two months prior to the August 6, 2019 primary election and accounted for 3.5% of the total contributions and 5% of the total expenditures disclosed for calendar year. Further, it appears that the alleged incorrect disclosure of the two January 2019 in-kind contributions was due to the Respondent’s desire for more transparency given the relationship of the donor to her business and to the Respondent. Staff found no evidence that the errors were intentional or done to confuse or mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file four amended C-4 reports for January 2019 to April 2019 and failure to identify the accurate source of two in-kind contributions on the January 2019 C-4 report, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, King County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure the accurate source of in-kind contributions and failure to file timely amendments to C-4 reports within 21 days. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that KCDCC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures including amendments when necessary. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the documents you provided; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and the response from Toussaint L. Myricks, counsel for Washington Against Discrimination Everywhere, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined in this instance, the Committee’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Washington Against Discrimination Everywhere will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely report the debt to DocuSign. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures as required by RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements;the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Kelly Payne, former Committee member of TURN Washington, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, and the facts the advertising was clearly sponsored by the Committee and no evidence was found of any intent to conceal true sponsorship, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to include sponsor identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding TURN Washington about the importance of identifying the sponsor's name and address on any future political advertisements in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence you provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by Tom Perry, Treasurer for Enterprise Washington, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the review and the fact the $9,100 was not spent by the Committee as alleged, staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, loans and debts, specifically the allegation the Committee failed to report payment of a $9,100 debt, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, specifically for reporting four $1,000 donations from the same individual, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Shukri Olow timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/80733 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 80733 Shukri Olow response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3927/PDC%20Case%2080733%20Shukri%20Olow%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""80733 Olow Shukri Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3927/80733%20Olow%20Shukri%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 80733 Shukri Olow closed with technical correction.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3927/PDC%20Case%2080733%20Shukri%20Olow%20closed%20with%20technical%20correction.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/24/2020 02:16:36 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 3289 5462 110543 07/18/2022 11/17/2022 PDC Staff Nicole M. Herrera Nicole M. Herrera: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for CY2021 (GE22) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1On November 17, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Paul Eagle of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
• You filed your F-1 on November 30, 2020
• Your Statement of Understanding and Payment were received in the PDC office on December 10, 2020.
Paul Eagle completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter
On November 17, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Sandy Burkett of an alleged violation of violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for Calendar Year 2019.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The complaint alleged the Committee to Hold Elected Officials Accountable (Committee) violated RCW 42.17A.255, .260, and .305 by failing to accurately and completely disclose independent expenditures and electioneering communications.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements;the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Don Benton, treasurer for the Committee to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact the Committee filed original reports timely and made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements concerning its expenditures, and the public was not deprived of critical information as the dates, amounts, and purposes of the expenditures were disclosed, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Committee to Hold Elected Officials Accountable about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules. PDC staff is also reminding the Committee about the importance of including complete sponsor identification in political advertising.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation and evidence; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by you, your witnesses, and the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, Ms. Olow’s campaign did erroneously claim an endorsement by Planned Parenthood but in this instance, we found no evidence of knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard by Ms. Olow nor did we find evidence that Planned Parenthood was subject to harm amounting to libel or defamation as a result.
However, PDC staff is reminding Shukri Olow that endorsements are a public declaration of support of a candidate for elected office. Generally, the seeking of and granting of an endorsement will follow a defined process. PDC staff has previously reminded Ms. Olow about the importance of confirming an endorsement before making a claim of such support. In the future we expect that she will not directly or indirectly imply an endorsement by any person or organization if that endorsement has not been given in accordance with campaign practices, PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Jason Whalen, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
On January 11, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Jason Whalen, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to disclose sponsor identification on paid political advertising in the Tacoma Weekly.
Jason Whalen paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue. PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Javier Figueroa, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, and the fact Figueroa made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements concerning expenditures, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC reminded Javier Figueroa about the importance of accurately and timely completing PDC reports, including listing expenditure details in the proper locations on PDC reports to allow public access to complete expenditure detail.
On January 8, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Javier Figueroa, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to disclose sponsor identification on paid political advertising in the Tacoma Weekly.
Javier Figueroa paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue. PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94247 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94247 Turan Kayaoglu CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4435/94247%20Turan%20Kayaoglu%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94247 Kayaoglu Turan CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4435/94247%20Kayaoglu%20Turan%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Turan Kayaoglu"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-09"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/12/2022 02:43:01 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3310 5558 112654 09/28/2022 09/27/2022 11/28/2022 Marsha Manning Don Benton Benton, Donald M.: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report expenditures made by campaign for election year 2022. (Sep '22) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThis case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report expenditures made by campaign for election year 2022.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the reports indicated in the attached Warning Letter does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Don Benton received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately report all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Don Benton timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register as a candidate and report contributions do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Debbie Bertlin about the importance of timely candidate registration, and subsequent timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Allegation Two: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335 by sponsoring false statements of material fact, support or endorsement about candidates in political advertising (newspapers).
This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures. Specifically, the Complainant alleged that Jefferson County Republican Central Committee (the “Respondent”) failed to report expenditures of contributions made to candidates Brian Pruiett, Marcia Kelbon and Sue Forde, and did not report any cash contributions after August 13, 2022.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the reports indicated in the attached Warning Letter does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jefferson County Republican Central Committee received a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Jefferson County Republican Central Committee timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 15, 2020. The complaint alleged that Washington State Republican Party (WA GOP), a bona fide state party committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-030 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising distributed by WA GOP via text message.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Executive Director, Kaitlin Vintertun on behalf of WA GOP (the “Respondent”); and written PDC guidance regarding sponsor identification alternatives for advertisements delivered via text message, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the response submitted by Exec. Director Vintertun, it appears that the intent of the text message was to encourage voting, specifically voting for republican backed candidates and agenda items, as part of a “get out the vote” (GOTV) effort and that the sponsor of the message was likely easy to discern by the recipient with the name “WA GOP” included.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Kathleen Martin’s failure to timely, thoroughly, and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports in election years 2019 and 2021 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kathleen Martin will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose contribution and expenditure information, including detailed purpose of expenditures, in election years 2019 and 2021. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Kathleen Martin timely, accurately, and thoroughly file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years. Regarding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.445, misuse of campaign funds for personal use in election year 2019, the PDC has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/141651 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""141651 Martin_Kathleen Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6124/141651%20Martin_Kathleen%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""141651 Martin_Kathleen Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6124/141651%20Martin_Kathleen%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""141651 Martin_Kathleen Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6124/141651%20Martin_Kathleen%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/20/2023 10:37:45 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3356 5267 108247 05/12/2022 06/09/2022 PDC Staff Gerald (Jerry) Lord Gerald (Jerry) Lord: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statements for CY20 and CY21 (GE22) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) for calendar years 2020 and 2021.
The Commission found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file the F-1 reports for 2020 and 2021 and assessed a $750 penalty, payable within 30 days of the Order. They Order also states that the Respondent's 2019 F-1 report is due w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The Response stated that Common Purpose PAC has been registered with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) as a “federal hybrid PAC …organized and operated out of Seattle, Washington,” and “unlike other federal PAC’s engaging in state or local election activity in Washington, the Committee does not qualify as an “out-of-state committee”
Since Common Purpose PAC (Committee) registered as a committee within 21 days of the November 5, 2019 general election, the reporting requirements included filing a 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report due on October 28, 2019 covering the period October 14 through 28, 2019, and a Post-General Election C-4 report on December 10, 2019. In addition, Common Purpose PAC was required to file weekly C-3 reports for the 2019 general election from October 23 through November 4, 2019.
On October 28, 2019, the Committee timely filed the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosing no contribution or expenditure activities had been undertaken, including no orders placed. On November 4, 2019, the Committee timely filed a C-3 report disclosing that a $3,811.51 contribution had been received from Common Purpose PAC on November 1, 2019 and deposited on the same day.
On November 5, 2019, the Committee also timely filed a C-5 report disclosing that it is a federal PAC domiciled in Washington State submitting the first report in 2019, and that the PAC has “not been registered to work in any state election before now.” The C-5 report disclosed that on November 1, 2019 the PAC made in-kind contributions to four candidates for Sea-Tac City Council of $952.97, totaling $3,811.51 for an expenditure made to Progressive Strategies NW and included Ali Egal, Takele Gobena, Damiana Merryweather, and Senayet Negusse.
The candidates disclosed receiving a $952.88 in-kind contribution from the Committee on their 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports filed on October 28, 2019 for a joint mailer that was mailed on October 29, 2019. In addition , after receiving the complaint, the Committee filed an amended 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report on November 20, 2019, disclosing four orders were placed on October 24, 2019 with Progressive Strategies to print the mailer.
Staff’s review of the facts found that Common Purpose PAC: (1) was a federal committee registered with the FEC and domiciled in Washington State for all of calendar year 2019; (2) made contributions to local candidates in Washington state for the first time and late in the 2019 election cycle, and fully cooperated with PDC staff; (3) based on the Commissions rule, was a first-time committee that was required to register and report with PDC based solely on being domiciled in Washington State; (4) the federal committee file a voluntary C-5 report five days early; and (5) the candidates that received in-kind contributions for the mailer timely disclosed that activity on the C-4 reports.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance, the late filed reports do not warrant further investigation. PDC staff has reminded Common Purpose PAC to timely and accurately register and report as an in-state committee, including filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution, expenditure and orders placed, should it undertake activities involving candidates or ballot propositions in Washington State in the future as required for a political committee. The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Terry Wayne concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Terry Wayne to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Staff review found that Spencer Zeman’s Campaign received and deposited overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405. Only two candidates filed to run for city council member, position 2 in the City of Lacey in 2023, so there was no primary election and Mr. Zeman’s name did not appear on the 2023 primary ballot. As such, Mr. Zeman was limited to one $1,000 contribution limit from any one source during the 2023 election year, which should have been attributed to the general only since there was no primary election in 2023.
Based on this determination, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Zeman for accepting an overlimit contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.405. Mr. Zeman was informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
While staff found Mr. Dillon’s F-1 report included deficiencies, he fully cooperated with PDC staff during its review and took responsibility for the deficiencies by amending the F-1 report to include reportable information.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to include all reportable information on Mr. Dillon’s F-1 Report covering 2022 activity does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Dillon will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose reportable information related to assets owned by him and his spouse, real estate owned by his spouse, and business associations of his spouse. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95483 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""95483 Lineberry Gregory Michael 2021 Candidate F1 Hearing Notice GE21.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4886/95483%20Lineberry%20Gregory%20Michael%202021%20Candidate%20F1%20Hearing%20Notice%20GE21.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""95483 Lineberry Gregory Michael EY 21 Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4886/95483%20Lineberry%20Gregory%20Michael%20EY%2021%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Gregory Michael Lineberry"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-13"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 02/14/2022 04:03:40 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3398 3935 82111 12/11/2020 12/11/2020 01/19/2021 Willie Russell 21st Legislative Democrats 21st Legislative Democrats (3): Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind, expenditures, debts, and loans (EY20, Dec20) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Democratic Bona FideThe complaint alleged the 21st District Democrats violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind, expenditures, debts, and loans, specifically failing to report a March 2019 donation of $100 from the 21st Legislative District Cascade Precinct and the use of a personal Zoom account during 2020.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence you provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by the 21st Legislative District Democratic Central Committee to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. PDC staff did not investigate allegations outside of PDC jurisdiction.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind, expenditures, debts, and loans does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/82111 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""82111 21st Legislative Democrats Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3935/82111%2021st%20Legislative%20Democrats%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC 82111 Case 21st District Democrats closed no violation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3935/PDC%2082111%20Case%2021st%20District%20Democrats%20closed%20no%20violation.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 82111 21st Legislative Democrats response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3935/PDC%20Case%2082111%2021st%20Legislative%20Democrats%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/08/2021 11:17:22 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 3399 3915 80286 11/13/2020 01/19/2021 PDC Staff RULLI JAMES E RULLI JAMES E: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement for Calendar Year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Judicial Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on July 21, 2019. The complaint alleged that Sofia Aragon (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Burien City Council, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately and completely disclose in-kind contributions or expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to accurately and completely disclose sponsor identification on digital political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, minor and ministerial errors on required reports that did not materially impact the public interest, and failure to include complete and accurate sponsor identification on digital political advertising, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Sofia Aragon about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of in-kind contributions and expenditures, including the number of items printed for political advertising, and the complete and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification on political advertising in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/55339 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""55339 Aragon Sofia Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3141/55339%20Aragon%20Sofia%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""55339 Aragon Sofia Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3141/55339%20Aragon%20Sofia%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55339 Aragon Sofia Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3141/55339%20Aragon%20Sofia%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/08/2019 06:21:33 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3403 3871 80244 11/13/2020 01/19/2021 PDC Staff MCIRVIN RYAN A MCIRVIN RYAN A: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement for Calendar Year 2019 (Group Enforcement 2020) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose campaign expenditures on C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Cadine Ferguson-Brown (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose contributions and expenditures, including in-kind contributions, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Cadine Ferguson-Brown received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose in-kind contributions on a C-4 report. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Cadine Ferguson-Brown timely disclose such information on future reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The Respondent was also be reminded about the importance of timely submitting C-4 reports overall.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/136778 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""136778 Ferguson-Brown Cadine Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5797/136778%20Ferguson-Brown%20Cadine%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""136778 Ferguson-Brown Cadine Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5797/136778%20Ferguson-Brown%20Cadine%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""136778 Ferguson-Brown Cadine Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5797/136778%20Ferguson-Brown%20Cadine%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""136778 Ferguson-Brown Cadine Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/24/2023 10:10:28 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3406 6165 141897 09/06/2023 11/14/2023 PDC Staff RIENDEAU LAURA L RIENDEAU LAURA L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) covering calendar year 2022 due no later than April 17, 2023 (GE23) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 22, 2020. The complaint alleged that Perry Dozier, a candidate for State Senate, Legislative District 16, in the November 3, 2020 general election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to use sufficient font size to identify party preference on yard signs advertising his campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Perry Dozier (the “Respondent”), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that, although the party preference on Mr. Dozier’s yard signs advertising his 2020 State Senate campaign may have been difficult for some members of the public, including the Complainant, to easily read from the road, the signs printed and distributed by Mr. Dozier, did include lettering that is compliant with PDC laws and rules.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/79346 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""79346 Dozier, Perry Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3763/79346%20Dozier%2C%20Perry%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""79346 Dozier Perry Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3763/79346%20Dozier%20Perry%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""79346 Dozier, Perry Response.docx"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3763/79346%20Dozier%2C%20Perry%20Response.docx"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/20/2021 07:34:12 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 3408 3764 79347 10/22/2020 10/22/2020 01/20/2021 Richard Monacelli Greg Tompkins Tompkins, Greg: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to assist an election campaign (Perry Dozier). (EY '20; Oct '20) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 22, 2020. The complaint alleged that Greg Tompkins, a current Walla Walla County Commissioner, Position 3, may have violated RCW 42.11A.555 by using public facilities (Facebook page) to assist the election campaign of 2020 State Senate candidate, Perry Dozier.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Greg Tompkins (the “Respondent”); PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Given the general content of information and posts, it appears that the Facebook page created “Greg Tompkins-Walla Wall County Commissioner District 3” was intended to be used primarily for Commissioner Tompkins to communicate with his constituents in his official capacity and not for personal business. Commissioner Tompkins’ response confirmed that the Walla Walla County Commissioner’s office has purposely not created social media pages for its elected officials. Staff believes, with the exception of the disclaimer stating otherwise, that a member of the public landing on this Facebook would likely interpret it as the official page for Walla Walla County Commissioner Greg Tompkins and not Mr. Tompkins’ personal page.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, use of a Facebook page with almost every component of an official public page of an elected public official to support a candidate for public office, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Greg Tompkins about the importance of strictly following the prohibitions and restrictions regarding the use of public facilities in the future in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.555 states, in part: “No elective official nor any employee of his or her office nor any person appointed to or employed by any public office or agency may use or authorize the use of any of the facilities of a public office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office or for the promotion of or opposition to any ballot proposition.”
WAC 390-05-271 states that RCW 42.17A.555 “does not prevent a public office or agency, including the City of Olympia, from making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition, if such action is part of the normal and regular conduct of the office or agency.”
PDC Interpretation No. 04-02 states that public agencies may expend public funds to produce information about the maintenance and operations of the agency and how a ballot proposition would affect those operations provided that the information is a fair and objective presentation of the facts. The interpretation states that “it is not only the right, but the responsibility of local government to inform the general public of the operational and maintenance issues facing local agencies.” The interpretation states local governments may expend public funds, including for the preparation and distribution of factual information about a ballot proposition, provided that the information is not distributed for the purpose of influencing the outcome of an election.
PDC staff found the following:
Jeffrey Myers, an attorney with Law, Lyman, Daniel, Kamerrer, & Bogdanovich, P. S, and legal counsel for the cities of Olympia and TumwaterMr. Myers stated in his initial response on behalf of his clients that during calendar year 2021, the cities of Olympia and Tumwater entered an interlocal agreement establishing a planning committee that would lay the groundwork for the formation of a Regional Fire Authority (RFA) as provided in RCW 52.26. He referenced RCW 52.26.060 several times and added that the statute requires that an RFA plan “must be provided by the planning committee to the governing bodies of each fire protection jurisdiction to certify the plan to be submitted to the ballot.”
On November 14, 2022, at the Olympia-Tumwater RFA Planning Committee meeting, representatives of both cities on the Committee moved and seconded the motion made by Olympia City Councilmember Jim Cooper “to recommend the formation of the Olympia Tumwater RFA” and to approve the plan for “its operation, governance, and financing including a reasonable fire benefit charge for consideration and legislative action by the Olympia and Tumwater City Councils on December 6, 2022.”
The motion was approved unanimously by the RFA Planning Committee, whose members from the City of Olympia included Cheryl Selby, Mayor; City Councilmembers Jim Cooper and Lisa Parshley; Todd Carson, Fire Chief; and representing IAFF Local 486, Steven Busz, Olympia Firefighter. The RFA Planning Committee members for the City of Tumwater included City Councilmembers Eileen Swarthout, Leatta Dahlhoff, and Michael Althauser; Brian Hurley, Fire Chief; and representing IAFF 2409, Lt. James Osberg, Fire Union Representative and Paramedic.
On December 6, 2022, the cities of Olympia and Tumwater, at open public meetings, both adopted resolutions to place an RFA ballot measure on the April 25, 2023 ballot, in which the City of Olympia adopted Resolution M-2400, and the City of Tumwater adopted Resolution R2022-014.
PDC staff reviewed the joint RFA “factsheet” or mailer that was distributed by the cities of Olympia and Tumwater, and found that overall, the content was largely an objective and fair presentation of the facts. However, staff did note there were several phrases that were included in the “factsheet.” For future fire and public safety election related information, you should ensure the content is neutral or benign. Those phrases or sentences included: “Fire and emergency medical services are among the most critical services provided to the community”; ""Demand for service is outstripping the resources of the cities' fire departments and is putting pressure on our ability to continue to provide quality fire and emergency services.”
In addition, the information included stated the RFA “will preserve and enhance service levels” but did not provide additional information about how that would happen; and that “firefighters are affected by PTSD injuries” and added the RFA “would support expanded mental health resources for firefighters” but did not indicate how that would improve the current mental health services being provided to firefighters and EMT’s.
Staff noted that the “factsheet” included several photographs of firefighters and EMT’s, and that a couple of the photographs were of firefighters in response mode. Mr. Myers stated the cities “used stock photographs and pictures of firefighters and fire apparatus” but did not identify any of the personnel as City of Olympia or Tumwater firefighters or EMT’s.
Mr. Myers stated that, contrary to the allegations in the complaint, the photographs selected by the cities to be “included in the mailer accurately showed photos of firefighters” engaging in normal activities. He added that those “images are important to depict the activities of fire departments and convey to the public that Fire Departments do more than fight fires, and that an important, if not dominant part of their responsibilities is responding to health-related calls.”
In addition, the “factsheet” listed what the costs of the proposed RFA might be, based on “four funding sources” that included: (1) a property tax levy of up to $1.00/$1,000 of assessed value; (2) an annual Fire Benefit Charge; (3) a share of the countywide EMS levy revenues; and (4) the funds received for contract revenue, fees for services, and grants.
Mr. Myers stated that the decision to send the RFA informational mailer/factsheet was made by Jay Burney, Olympia City Manager in March of 2023, and that the mailer/factsheet was designed by City of Olympia staff. He stated that Mr. Burney as Olympia City Manager was “responsible for final approval of the content” of the mailer/factsheet, and that it was sent for review to several individuals. He stated that the mailer/factsheet content was provided from: (1) Q&A information on the RFA webpage; (2) materials taken from the cities of Olympia and Tumwater staff presentations concerning the RFA; and (3) other information compiled by the RFA Planning Committee during their meetings.
Mr. Myers stated that the “factsheet/mailer was for “informational purposes only”; was not intended “to support or oppose Proposition 1”; contained “an express statement to that effect in the mailer”; and used stock photographs and pictures of firefighters and fire apparatus but did not identify the personnel as City of Olympia or City of Tumwater firefighters. He stated the same “factsheet/mailer was sent out by a vendor to all boxholders in the cities of Olympia and Tumwater”, that the total cost to print and mail the “factsheet/mailer” was $23,102.85, that included postage and mailing costs ($13,184.75), and the costs to print ($9,918.10).
Mr. Myers stated that the costs were evenly apportioned between Olympia and Tumwater based on populations, with two-thirds of the mailing costs paid by the City of Olympia, and one-third paid by the City of Tumwater, “based on the approximate number of boxholders in each jurisdiction.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of further violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff is issuing a formal written warning to the cities of Olympia and Tumwater and their officials concerning the prohibition against the use of city facilities and resources to support or oppose candidates and ballot propositions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules.
Concerning the remaining allegations listed in the complaint from Mr. Shirley, PDC staff found no evidence that either the officials from the cities of Olympia and Tumwater used city resources or facilities to support Proposition No. 1 on the April 25, 2023 special election ballot in violation of RCW 42.17A.555.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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An Initial Hearing (Case Review Status) was held on January 6, 2021, and PDC staff opened a formal investigation against Robert Gray/Resident Samish.
On October 14, 2020, Robert Gray presented to the public an independent expenditure mailer that listed as part of the return address that the sponsor was “Resident Samish” with the address being 2350 Newmarket Street, Suite 101-264, Bellingham, WA. The independent expenditure mailer stated “VOTE “NO” on 2020-14” but did not provide any additional contributor name or address information as required for this type of mailer, or any of the required other information concerning the sponsor.
On October 15, 2020, PDC staff contacted Lithtex, a printing business located in Bellingham, Washington, after reviewing the Resident Samish mailer the US Postal Service Bulk Mail Permit #114, and seeking the business name that was issued the bulk permit number in order to determine the name of the sponsor. The email from PDC staff stated that Lithtex was a commercial advertiser and based on the bulk mail permit issued to Lithtex by the US Postal Service, the PDC was requesting Lithtex provide information about the sponsor of the Resident Samish independent expenditure advertisement in accordance with RCW 42.17A.345.
On October 19, 2020, Lithtex sent an email concerning the PDC inquiry and attached an invoice dated October 7, 2020, that indicated Robert Gray placed the order and paid for the Resident Samish independent expenditure mailer on that date. The invoice indicated that Lithtex printed 32,000 postcards and mailed them out on behalf of Mr. Gray with a total cost of $8,104.25
On October 26, 2020, after contacting Mr. Gray by telephone at the number provided to PDC staff by Lithtex, staff sent Mr. Gray an email informing him about the complaints that were filed concerning the independent expenditure mailer, and making him aware of the C-6 reporting requirement.
On November 1, 2020 Robert Gray filed a C-6 report and listing the sponsor’s name as “Resident Samish” and disclosing that a $7,887.35 expenditure was made to Lithtex on October 7, 2020. The expenditure was for an independent expenditure mailer presented to the public on October 14, 2020 and made in opposition to City of Bellingham Proposition 2020-14, a local transportation ballot measure on the November 3, 2020 general election ballot. The C-6 report was filed 17 days late, and two days before the November 3, 2020 general election
Mr. Gray stated he decided to use his own personal funds to make the independent expenditure mailer in opposition to the ballot proposition, since he felt it would cause existing traffic lanes in the area to be reduced and closed in what he referred to as “road diets” if the ballot measure was ultimately approved. He stated he did not solicit or receive any contributions in order to make the independent expenditure, and that Resident Samish was not a political committee. He stated Resident Samish was a fictitious name that he made up and selected on his own, and he felt it was a catchy phrase.
On January 14, 2021, Mr. Gray completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging: (1) One violation of RCW 42.17A.255 for failing to timely file a C-6 report disclosing the independent expenditure mailing in opposition to 2020-14; and (2) One violation of RCW 42.17A.320 by sponsoring independent expenditure advertising using a made up or fictitious name during the 2020 election cycle. He paid a $650 civil penalty in accordance with the Penalty Schedule adopted by the Commission for Brief Enforcement Hearings set forth in WAC 390-37-143, with $500 of the penalty being assessed for the violation of RCW 42.17A.320 and a $150 penalty assessed for the violation of RCW 42.17A.255.
Based on the findings, and the fact Mr. Gray competed an SOU acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A and paid a $650 civil penalty, staff has determined that in this instance, no further investigation is warranted, or any additional enforcement action shall be taken. The PDC has dismissed the three complaints filed against Mr. Gray/Resident Sammish in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Dee Thompson concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Dee Thompson to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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• On February 10, 2020, the House Republican Organizational Committee filed a Committee Registration (C1pc), selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Luanne Werven and Andrew Aboen as Committee Officer and Treasurer, respectively.
• In its responses to this allegation, received on December 21, 2020, the Committee, by way of its attorney, Mark Lamb stated: “The complainant states, it’s important to note that this does NOT appear to be a transfer of surplus funds from an Eslick surplus account to HROC. But in fact, that is exactly what the transaction at issue was. Indeed, Mr. Beatty clarified in an email dated 10-30-2020 that this was a permissible surplus transfer. The email indicated only requested change HROC needed to make was to report it as a miscellaneous receipt rather than a contribution. The initial C3 was filed on October 29th Report 101012825 and was then amended per the PDC’s email in Report 101014403.”
• RCW 42.17A.430(3) allows the transfer of surplus funds of a candidate or a candidate’s authorized committee without limit to a political party or a caucus political committee.
• Staff noted that on or about October 30, 2020, the Committee contacted PDC customer service staff regarding this transfer and were advised to amend the October 29, 2020 Monetary Contribution (C-3) report to depict the $15,000 transfer from Carolyn Eslick’s surplus account as a miscellaneous receipt. The amended report depicting the $15,000 transfer as a miscellaneous receipt from Carolyn Eslick’s surplus account was received by the PDC on November 6, 2020. Staff further noted that a transfer coming from a candidate’s surplus account is not considered a contribution when it is transferred to a caucus political party, and as such did not violate the prohibition against accepting an over limit contribution during the 21-day period preceding the November 3, 2020 general election.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Elisabeth Tutsch (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late and inaccurate C-4 reports submitted by the Respondent were due to inexperience and general lack of knowledge regarding PDC reporting requirements and not done in an effort the conceal campaign activities from the public. Although the C-4 reports did require edits to descriptions, staff noted that the Respondent responded quickly and worked with PDC Filer Assistance staff to amend the reports, resulting in detailed disclosure of all campaign expenditures.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file complete expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports for the 2020 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Elisabeth Tutsch about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all expenditure activities, specifically the detailed description required on all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on November 23, 2020. The complaint alleged that Timothy Eyman, a gubernatorial candidate in the August 4, 2020, primary, may have violated RCW 42.17A.445 for misuse of campaign funds to support a recall effort.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent and by Stephen Pidgeon on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed PDC Case Number 74923 and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that any costs connected to the July 23, 2020, Recall Durkan event were negligible and were limited to a pro-rated portion of the funds spent to create and maintain the Tim4Gov website plus the out-of-pocket expenditure made by the Respondent for printing recall petitions.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, de minimis use of the 2020 Tim4Gov campaign website to support a recall effort does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Timothy Eyman will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of 2020 gubernatorial campaign resources to support the effort to Recall Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Eyman limit his uses of any candidate campaign funds received, and resources purchased or provided via in-kind donation for any candidate campaign, strictly for activities directly related to that campaign. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaints also alleged April Ferguson, Chair of 23rd Legislative District Republican Committee, violated RCW 42.17A.445 by misusing the funds received by or otherwise belonging to the Committee for her own personal financial gain.
After a careful review of the alleged violations and relevant facts, PDC staff has concluded its investigation, and has resolved the complaints against the Committee. The complaints have been resolved through a Statement of Understanding and dismissal, as described below.
23rd Legislative District Republican Committee (Committee) completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-142. In the SOU, the Committee: (1) acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file timely and accurate campaign reports (C-3 and C-4 reports); (2) acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt; (3) acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & WAC 390-16-043 by failing to maintain current “books of account” for the purpose of providing them during the public inspection period prior to the November 3, 2020 general election; (4) expressed an understanding that the Commission will not hold an adjudicative hearing in connection with the violations; and (3) paid a $750 civil penalty.
The $750 penalty resolves these allegations. Staff believes this is the appropriate resolution considering all the facts and circumstances, including that the Committee has implemented several measures to ensure future compliance with PDC laws and rules, including training for Committee officers, independent audits, general accounting oversight procedures and the employment of an individual knowledgeable with PDC laws, rules and filing requirements, to fill the treasury position full-time.
Staff’s investigation found no evidence that April Ferguson, Chair of 23rd Legislative District Republican Committee, violated RCW 42.17A.445 by misusing the funds received by or otherwise belonging to the Committee for her own personal financial gain. Therefore, I am dismissing that portion of the complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 17, 2022. The complaint alleged that Reachout Washington, a continuing political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17.320 by failing to include sponsor identification on a political advertisement supporting or opposing a candidate.
After review of the complaint and the reports filed by Reachout Washington, PDC Staff alleges a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mr. Bruce Ayers on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing sponsor identification on the newspaper advertisement appearing in the South Whidbey Record was a result of miscommunication between Reachout Washington and Sound Publishing and not done to purposely conceal the sponsor’s name from the public. Further, it appears that the late reporting was due to the limited experience of the former Ministerial Treasurer and a misunderstanding of reporting requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on one written political advertisement and failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports during calendar year 2022, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Reachout Washington will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include the required sponsor identification on written political advertisement and failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Reachout Washington reviews all political advertisement to ensure it includes sponsor identification prior to being made available to the public and timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence you provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by A+ Learning Center to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.435 does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation as there is no evidence purchases were made for items and services at other than market value.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence you provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by Kan Qiu to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.435 does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation as there is no evidence purchases were made for items and services at other than market value.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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The PDC received the Respondent's C-1 report and F-1 report covering 2019 financial activity on September 23, 2020.
At an enforcement hearing held on January 28, 2021, the full Commission 1) granted the Respondent's request to reconsider the Order issued October 21, 2020; and 2) affirmed the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and $500 civil penalty assessed at the October 21, 2020 hearing.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence to support a finding of a violation and does not warrant further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received the Respondent's C-1 report and F-1 report covering 2019 financial activity on December 7, 2020.
At an enforcement hearing held on January 28, 2021, the full Commission 1) granted the Respondent's request to reconsider the Order issued October 21, 2020; and 2) affirmed the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and $500 civil penalty assessed at the October 21, 2020 hearing.
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At an August 25, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $500, of which $500 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182. if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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On February 10, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from James W. Nelson, acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures on a Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) report.
James W. Nelson paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue. PDC staff found no evidence of material violations requiring additional enforcement action in this matter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against James W. Nelson, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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LINDA VOSAHLO
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Linsey Tracy concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Linsey Tracy to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to James vanRosmalen concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects James vanRosmalen to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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JASON MCVEY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/07/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
At an August 25, 2022 Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation and assessed a total civil penalty of $500, of which $500 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, if the conditions of the Order are met within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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The complaint also alleged that Port officials , the Economic Development Board of Tacoma-Pierce County, and the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber violated RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report these media communications and public relations ""Campaign"" expenditures as Independent Expenditures on PDC form C-6, and RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and report these expenditures as a political committee.
At a brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) held on December 17, 2020, the Presiding Officer found Jonathon Rodeback (the ""Respondent"") to be in violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) that is required annually of elected officials. The F-1 report, disclosing financial information for 2019, was due no later than April 15, 2020. The Respondent was assessed a civil penalty of $250 and ordered to file the missing report within 30 days of the date of the Order, which was entered on January 11, 2021.
At an enforcement hearing held on February 25, 2021, the full Commission considered the Respondent's request to Review the December 17, 2020 Order and affirmed the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and $250 civil penalty assessed at the December 17, 2020 hearing.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) the District will receive a formal written warning concerning the need for election related information distributed by a public agency using public funds, needs to be an objective and factual presentation of the facts, and to not include language or photographs to provoke an emotional reaction to support a ballot proposition. The formal written warning will include staff's expectation that North Kitsap Fire and Rescue and its staff will follow the PDC guidance in PDC Interpretation #04-02.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation: Violations of RCW 42.17A.495 & WAC 390-17-100 by failing to obtain written authorization from employees before deducting wages or salaries for political contributions
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Daniel Sydney Hevenor on August 6, 2019, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on August 20, 2019, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) as a candidate for the 2019 election cycle, and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report) as a candidate for the 2019 election cycle, disclosing campaign information and financial activities for the previous 12 calendar months. Both reports were due to be filed within two weeks of declaring candidacy, or not later than May 30, 2019,
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Vice-Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
ORDER
WARNING
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report contributions and expenditures do a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Daniel Sydney Hevenor will receive a formal written warning concerning your failure to report contributions and expenditures as required of a candidate running for public office. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Daniel Sydney Hevenor timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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During the 2019 election, MISS filed Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) and Independent Expenditures/Electioneering Communications reports (C-6 reports) disclosing expenditures that supported and opposed 2019 candidates for the Mercer Island City Council. MISS made a number of expenditures for political advertisements in the form of independent expenditures, and/or electioneering communications during 2019.
On November 4, 2019, MISS filed four C-6 reports one day before the November 5, 2019 general election indicating that the expenditures were for Independent Expenditures of $100 or more, Independent Expenditure Advertisements of more than $1,000 undertaken within 21 days of an election, and Electioneering Communications. The C-6 reports disclosed the following expenditures made by MISS:
On October 15, 2019, MISS timely filed the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosing $3,448 in total expenditures. The MISS expenditures included a $1,433 expenditure made to FedEx on October 3, 2019, and listing the description as “Mailer, letter and envelopes”, and a $949 expenditure made to Sound Publishing on October 3, 2019, and listing the description as “10/9 Full Page Color Ad.”
On October 29, 2019, MISS timely filed the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report disclosing a $20,197.24 in total expenditures, minus a $4,385 refund for one of the expenditures. The expenditures included: (1) a $5,201.90 expenditure made to FedEx on October 21, 2019, for a half page mailer; (2) a $4,241 expenditure made to FedEx on October 23, 2019, for a quarter page mailer; (3) a $2,815 expenditure made to FedEx on October 28, 2019, for a half page mailer; and (4) three $949 expenditures made to Sound Publishing, including two expenditures on October 15, 2019, and one expenditure on October 24, 2019, and listing the descriptions as “10/16, 10/23 and 10/30 Full Page Ads.”
The expenditure descriptions for the mailers and newspaper advertisements disclosed on both the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports failed to identify the expenditures were for an independent expenditure or electioneering communication advertisement. In addition, both C-4 reports failed to identify any of the Mercer Island City Council candidates supported or opposed by the advertisements, the date of the mailer, or the number of mail pieces printed and mailed.
On January 7, 2021, on behalf of MISS Mr. Cero filed four amended C-4 reports that included the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports, identifying the Mercer Island City Council candidates supported or opposed by the advertisements, and the number of mail pieces printed and mailed.
On February 23, 2021, Mr. Cero completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) on behalf of MISS acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.240, 260 and .305 and paying a $600 civil penalty in accordance with the Penalty Schedule adopted by the Commission for Brief Enforcement Hearings set forth in WAC 390-37-143, to resolve this matter.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no further investigation is warranted, or any additional enforcement action shall be taken. The PDC has dismissed the staff generated complaint filed against Mercer Islanders for Sustainable Spending PAC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070
The complaint alleged the Freedom Foundation violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240 and .320 by failing to timely register as a committee, failing to report contributions and expenditures, and failing to disclose complete sponsor identification.
PDC staff found no evidence to support the allegation that FF meets the definition of a political committee under the ""receiver of contributions"" prong in accordance with PDC Interpretation 07-04, or that FF failed to file a Committee Registration. Since FF is not a political committee, there are no filing requirements or contribution and expenditure activities to disclose under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to disclose complete sponsor identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the Freedom Foundation about the importance of filing timely electioneering communications reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response, Broughton stated the repayment was due to a purchase made with his personal credit card for campaign-related materials. Broughton noted the vendor required credit card payment, but there was no credit card associated with the campaign fund.
In response to the alleged violation of 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports, the campaign added information on the dates of its advertising on Facebook and Google, plus the number of printed materials on expenditures for mailers and signs.
During its investigation, PDC staff noted the Broughton campaign filed its 7-day pre-general C-4, reporting a total of $11,194.85 in expenditures from October 12 to October 25, 202, on November 3, 2021. The report was filed eight days late and one day after the 2021 General Election.
Based on these findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Broughton will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Broughton will timely and accurately file PDC reports in the future and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the fact the city officials did not authorize the banner and worked to remove it as soon as alerted to its presence, PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Nancy Isserlis was the Presiding Officer.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the 2022 Low Campaign did not receive any endorsement, financial or other support from the 2022 Smiley Campaign and that an individual working independently of the Low Campaign built the sign frame included in the photographs included in the evidence with the complaint.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On February 6, 2022, Tracy Murphy filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for election to the office of Lewis County Sheriff, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Dana Murphy as Ministerial Treasurer. Mr. Murphy was a first-time candidate for public office in 2022.
Mr. Murphy stated that he placed one newspaper advertisement in the Lewis County News (LCN) during the 2022 election cycle, which he believed ran on October 12, 2022, costing a total of $255. He stated that his “campaign was initially contacted by “Gina”, who identified herself as an employee of Lewis County News and asked if I would be interested in the price list for advertising.” He stated that his spouse “called Gina back and they discussed advertising. Additionally, Gina asked if the campaign would be willing to participate in an interview, which my wife told her “Yes””.
Mr. Murphy stated that he was contacted later by LCN reporter Lynette Hoffman, who asked him if he was interested in being interviewed by her for the paper. He stated that he “had a few different interviews with Ms. Hoffman over the course of a few weeks, both in person and over the phone.”
Mr. Murphy stated that his Sheriff Campaign was contacted by an LCN representative back in May or June initially about advertising in the paper. He stated that he was “not sure of the exact date for the interview, but I believe it was near the end of September.” He stated that it was his “understanding that Ms. Hoffman was providing articles for her readers to learn about the candidates running in Lewis County. I was given an opportunity to participate in that process, so I did.”
Mr. Murphy stated that Ms. Hoffman indicated to him during the interview “that she wanted the articles to sound like we were talking to the readers; therefore, she had me phrase my answers as though I were speaking to an audience.”
Mr. Murphy stated that the information that ran on pages 3 and 5 of the October 19, 2022, edition of the LCN, “was not paid advertising by the Murphy campaign. The only paid advertising was the ad ran on October 12, 2022. As to what the LCN calls the article, you would have to ask them. Tracy Murphy and The Murphy Campaign has no control over what is written in the newspaper.” He added that he had “no control over what the LCN prints, or who they endorse as candidates.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
In that it is the normal and regular conduct of a school district to prepare and distribute information to the public, “to explain the instructional program, operation and maintenance of the schools of the district” the posting of these materials to the school district’s Facebook page is an allowable action per WAC 390-05-271 and .273. Based on our findings, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff has provided a reminder to the Monroe School District officials that election-related information be in accordance with the statutes, rules, and PDC Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, Interpretation 01-03. Interpretation 01-03 and PDC fact sheets provide guidance regarding the use of terms such as “critical” and the inclusion of iconography.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Walt Jorgensen (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Walt Jorgensen that, in the future, the statement “No candidate authorized this ad. It is paid for by” (followed by his name and full address) will be required on political advertising undertaken as an independent expenditure if the aggregate cost meets or exceeds reportable thresholds.
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The complaint alleged the Thurston County Republican Central Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.225, .235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee during the 2020 election year.
On March 11, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from the Committee acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures on C-4 reports. The Committee paid a $500 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning violations of RCW 42.17A.225 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file C-3 reports. Staff expects, in the future, the Committee will timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or take any further enforcement action in this matter. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the case against Thurston County Republican Central Committee, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission VACATED the finding of a violation and penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose party preference and full sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Martin Wheeler about the importance of disclosing party preference and full sponsor identification on political advertising and disclosing all required party preference and sponsor identification on all future political advertising in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIM STEWART
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/14/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged Matthew Adams violated RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate (C-1) and file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1). PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence you provided, applicable statutes and rules and the response provided by Matthew Adams to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
In response to the evidence provided in the complaint, Adams stated “I am a concerned citizen who loves his city. The hosts of The Outlaw Radio Network, posted that information and it is not correct. I have no interest in running for public office, as I stated on the show that night.”
There is no evidence Adams raised or spent any funds for a campaign or authorized any other person to raise or spend money towards a campaign.
Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations ofRCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failing to timely register as a candidate (C-1) and file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1)do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the F-1 being filed two (2) days beyond the statutory requirement and the use of re-elect versus retain does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Yen Huynh about the importance of the timely filings of all future PDC reports and the importance of ensuring political advertising is in accordance with the PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/86408 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""86408 Huynh Yen Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3959/86408%20Huynh%20Yen%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""86408 Huynh Yen Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3959/86408%20Huynh%20Yen%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""86408 Huynh Yen Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3959/86408%20Huynh%20Yen%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""86408 Huynh Yen AMENDED Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3959/86408%20Huynh%20Yen%20AMENDED%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 03/31/2021 10:13:20 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3503 3239 57786 09/23/2019 09/23/2019 10/22/2019 Brandon Franck Darren LaFavor Lafavor, Darren: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely register as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of candidacy. (EY '19) (Sept '19) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local Candidate C1The complaint alleged Darren LaFavor, a 2019 candidate for Clark County Fire Protection District 6 Fire Commissioner, Position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (Form C-1) within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
Staff has determined in this instance, the failure to timely register as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of his candidacy does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), LaFavor will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely register as a candidate with the PDC. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation Darren LaFavor file a Candidate Registration (C-1) timely in future elections.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the materials provided; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the relevant PDC reports; and the response from Patrick Bauguess, Treasurer for Retain Sheriff Hatcher (Committee), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s findings, and the fact the recall has not been set for an election, and thus the public has not been deprived of important information at a critical juncture, staff has determined in this instance, the Committee’s failure to timely register and disclose contributions and expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Retain Sheriff Hatcher will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely register, and file and report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements;the applicable PDC reports and the response from Mike Volz to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Regarding the reports not filed in July, August, September and October 2017 and February and March 2020, Volz stated there was no activity by the campaign those months. C-4 reports are required monthly from the beginning of the campaign through May of the election year. However, the monthly report is only required if the campaign has more than $200 in contributions or expenditures during a month.
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely file C-4 reports does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding James M. (Mike) Volz about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules and expects in the future Volz will timely file accurate and complete reports, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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For 2019, Unite Here Local 8 PAC (Committee) was registered as a continuing political committee selecting the Full Reporting Option, and on October 4, 2019, Unite Here TIP State and Local Fund from New York City, NY filed a Registration as a continuing political committee for 2019.
On July 16, 2019, the Committee timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report disclosing $150,588.55 in monetary contributions received, and $150,000 in expenditures made. The C-4 report disclosed one expenditure totaling $150,000 made to Print Logistics from Sacramento, CA. to design, produce and broadcast independent expenditures in support of Andrew Lewis, a 2019 candidate for Seattle City Council, Position 7, without providing any additional expenditure details or a breakdown of the sub-vendor information.
On September 18, 2019, the Committee filed an amended 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report listing the previously reported $150,588.55 in monetary contributions received and $150,000 in expenditures made. However, the amended information listed a total of seven independent expenditures made by the Committee to Print Logistics (PL), all in support of Andrew Lewis and made on July 11, 2019, that included a $108,610 independent expenditure was made to Comcast Spotlight for a primary election Cable TV ad buy, a $4,077 independent expenditure was made for Facebook Video Ads that appeared 7/12 through 7/19/2019; and (3) a $16,000 independent expenditure was made to KIRO TV for a primary election TV ad buy.
The amended information filed by the Committee on the C-4 report for the independent expenditure advertisements made in support of Andrew Lewis for City Council were disclosed 64 days late, and 43 days after the August 6, 2019 primary election was held.
On July 16, 2019, Unite Here Local 8 PAC timely filed a C-6 report checking box 2 for an Independent Expenditure of more than a $1,000 within 21 days of an election and disclosing a total of $148,299.38 in independent expenditures had been made in support of Andrew Lewis. One of the independent expenditures disclosed on the C-6 report was for a $9,299.38 expenditure made to Facebook on July 12, 2019, with the description of “Video Ads 7/12 – 8/6/2018”, and the Unite Here Local 8 Facebook ads were presented to the public on 7/12/2019.
Concerning the Facebook ads listed in the complaint, Mr. Ewan indicated in her email response that the independent expenditure advertisements had been done by PL on behalf of the Committee. She attached a Facebook billing invoice that was billed under the name Juaquin Ross, President of PL, and the invoice included ten Facebook entries disclosing a total of $4,077.13 had been spent by the Committee on Facebook advertisements covering the period of July 12 through 28, 2019.
For calendar year 2019, the Committee disclosed receiving $460,123 in total contributions from Unite Here TIP State & Local Fund out of New York, $60,000 from Unite Here Local 8, and $920.05 in Miscellaneous receipts. Information on the PDC website as part of the “Political Committee Instruction Manual” included a link for the “Committee Name”, which stated: “A sponsored committee must include its sponsor’s name in the committee’s name. A committee with multiple sponsors may include all – but must include at least one – sponsor’s name in the committee’s name. A political committee shall include a known sponsor in its name when registering. The committee must amend its registration 60 days before an election in which it participates if the sponsor has changed.”
On April 6, 2021, the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Mr. Iglitzin transmitted on behalf of his client, Unite Here Local 8, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A..205, and .240, and paying a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, the Penalty Schedule adopted by the Commission to resolve this matter. The $300 penalty included: (1) a $150 penalty for the acknowledged violation of RCW 42.17A.205, for failing to timely amend the Committee Registration to include Unite Here TIP State & Local Fund as the sponsor for the 2019 election; and (2) a $150 penalty for the acknowledged violation of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to accurately disclose the required expenditure details on the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report for the independent expenditure or electioneering communication advertisements in support of Andrew Lewis.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no further investigation is warranted, or any additional enforcement action shall be taken. The PDC has dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint filed against Unite Here Local 8 PAC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the materials you provided, the materials provided by the respondent, the applicable statutes and rules, and the responses from Janine Joly, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot propositions by making grants to organizations engaged in express advocacy, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff has reminded King County Elections of its responsibility to monitor public resources, and suggests King County Elections consider reviewing its contract language to require renewing grantees to affirm there was no grant money or other public resources used in support or opposition to any ballot propositions during the prior grant period.
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Commission assessed a $500 civil penalty and ordered the missing F-1 reports to be filed, both within 30 days of the Order, which was entered on April 20, 2021.
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The Commission assessed a $500 civil penalty and ordered the missing F-1 reports to be filed, both within 30 days of the Order, which was entered on April 20, 2021.
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The Commission assessed a $150 civil penalty, of which $50 is suspended, payable within 30 days of the Order, which was entered on April 20, 2021.
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The Commission assessed a $250 civil penalty and ordered the missing F-1 report to be filed, both within 30 days of the Order, which was entered on April 20, 2021.
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62707 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62707 Meatchi Liba Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3448/62707%20Meatchi%20Liba%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""62707 Meatchi Liba Closure Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3448/62707%20Meatchi%20Liba%20Closure%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}]" 01/14/2020 11:21:33 AM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 3514 7907 173250 05/29/2025 07/23/2025 PDC Staff Thomas D Langland Thomas D Langland: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register campaign (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY25 (GE25) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 "The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FORREST ZAHN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/13/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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On August 6, 2020, the Steve Kirby Campaign timely filed a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) disclosing the receipt of $4,000 in monetary contributions received from a couple received on August 6, 2020. The C-3 report disclosed that the $4,000 in monetary contributions were designated with $1,000 for the 2020 primary election and $1,000 for the 2020 general election for both individuals listed on the contribution check. The C-3 report disclosed the $4,000 in monetary contributions received were deposited into the campaign bank account on August 6, 2020.
Representative Kirby stated that he received a $4,000 monetary contribution check from two individuals , a married couple from Puyallup, on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, the day of the 2020 primary election.
On May 5, 2021, the Steve Kirby Campaign filed an Amended C-3 report disclosing the date of receipt of the $4,000 in monetary contributions from the couple as being August 4, 2020, with $1,000 designated for the 2020 primary election and $1,000 for the 2020 general election for both.
RCW 42.17A.405(2) states in part “Contributions to candidates subject to the limits in this section made with respect to a primary may not be made after the date of the primary.” The statute only requires the contributor to have made a contribution to a candidate by the date of the primary election, in order for that contribution to be designated for the primary election.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the Campaign did not exceed contribution limits and the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that late filing of the C-1 report by Mr. Sandoval was due to a lack of knowledge of PDC filing requirements and not made to withhold information from the public regarding his campaign.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report for the 2021 election does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Anthony Sandoval will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a C-1 report registering his candidacy. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Sandoval timely files all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the materials you provided, the materials and response provided by City of Shoreline Attorney Margaret King and the applicable statutes and rules, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
In its review of the complaint and response, PDF staff found the publication provided in the complaint was an objective and fair presentation of facts and there is no evidence of a misuse of public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose the ballot proposition.
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote a ballot proposition does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ANTHONY GENZALE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/11/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-088 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10088.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2177/10088.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10088.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 3535 7855 173198 05/29/2025 07/23/2025 PDC Staff JAMES A KENNEDY JAMES A KENNEDY: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register campaign (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for EY25 (GE25) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 "
The PDC received a complaint alleging that Janice Deccio (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by failing to timely report contributions & expenditures to the PDC. PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found the following:
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & .240, candidates are required to report contributions deposited and expenditures made during the months of January through April on monthly C-3 and C-4 reports that are due the 10th day of each following month. If the 10th falls on a weekend, the report is due the next business day. The requirement to file the monthly reports is triggered when the candidate’s committee 1) receives a contribution or makes an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either its total contributions or total expenditures made since the last report exceed $200.
The Respondent timely filed a C-3 report on April 17, 2021, disclosing receipt of two $125 contributions on April 16, 2021. In her response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated her campaign had no activity to report prior to April 16, 2021. Her website/domain, which was launched on April 7, 2021, was obtained by the campaign for free on a four-week trial basis.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further actions is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/89166 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""89166 Deccio Janice Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4006/89166%20Deccio%20Janice%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""89166 Deccio Janice Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4006/89166%20Deccio%20Janice%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""89166 Deccio Janice Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4006/89166%20Deccio%20Janice%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/26/2021 03:12:21 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 3543 3974 86681 03/08/2021 04/21/2021 PDC Staff Madeline Kovacs Kovacs, Madeline: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to file monthly Lobbying Reports (L2) during the CY 2020 (GE Mar21) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyOn January 14, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received Bob Guenther's attestation of completion of the Legislative Code of Conduct Training, as required by RCW 42.17A.603. As a lobbyist registered to lobby in 2020, this attestation was due on December 31, 2019, making Bob's attestation 14 days late. PDC staff will now close PDC Case 62686 administratively, and remove Bob's name from our hearing list. PDC staff reminds Bob Guenther about the importance of timely, accurately, and completely attending to your registration and reporting requirements in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62686 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62686 Guenther Bob Administrative Closure.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3435/62686%20Guenther%20Bob%20Administrative%20Closure.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""62686 Guenther Bob Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3435/62686%20Guenther%20Bob%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/14/2020 12:05:49 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 3545 3564 70864 05/22/2020 05/22/2020 06/08/2020 Byron Powell Tom McGarry McGarry, Thomas: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-020 for failure to disclose party preference on political advertising (EY 20, May 20) WAC 390-18-020, RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LegislativeAllegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-020 for failure to disclose party preference on political advertising
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/70864 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""70864 McGarry Thomas Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3564/70864%20McGarry%20Thomas%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""70864 McGarry Thomas Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3564/70864%20McGarry%20Thomas%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""70864 McGarry Thomas Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3564/70864%20McGarry%20Thomas%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/08/2020 05:00:48 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3546 6794 153575 11/02/2023 11/02/2023 06/05/2024 Conner Edwards Michael R. Dixon Michael R. Dixon: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalAllegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/50640 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""50640 Herrera, Paul Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3030/50640%20Herrera%2C%20Paul%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""50640 Herrera, Paul Complaint .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3030/50640%20Herrera%2C%20Paul%20Complaint%20.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""50640 Herrera, Paul Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3030/50640%20Herrera%2C%20Paul%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/06/2025 04:59:44 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3548 3955 85423 02/04/2021 02/03/2021 04/28/2021 Larry L. Mann South Kitsap School Supporters (SKSS) South Kitsap School Supporters (SKSS): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & .260 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions, expenditures & debt. (EY '21; Feb '21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Local IssueThe complaints alleged Citizens 4 Fire Merger (Committee), a 2021 ballot committee registered with the PDC, violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.255, .260 and .305 by failing to accurately and completely disclose independent expenditures and electioneering communications on Form C-6; (2) RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the required sponsor identification on a mailer in support of the ballot measure; and (3) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures.
Based on PDC staff findings, the mitigating factors concerning the Committee’s inexperience and limited spending, the fact no evidence was found of any intent to conceal true sponsorship, and the information available to the public before the election through the C-6 report, staff has determined in this instance, the Committee’s failure to: (1) accurately and completely disclose the $3,921.53 expenditure made to ASM Direct Mail in support of the merger; and (2) to include the words “Paid for” or “Sponsored by” on the political advertisement, the Committee mailing address of the Committee, and the top five contributor information as required for the sponsor of a mailer, does not amount to findings of material violations that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Citizens 4 Fire Merger will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely file accurate reports of contribution and expenditure activities as required for a ballot committee and to include a complete sponsor identification on political advertisements sponsored by the Committee. Staff expects the Committee will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities as required by law, and to follow the political advertising disclosure requirements for a ballot committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed the two complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/88948 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Citizens 4 Fire Merger Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4002/Citizens%204%20Fire%20Merger%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Citizens 4 Fire Merger (2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4002/Citizens%204%20Fire%20Merger%20%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 88948 Citzens 4 Fire Merger close with warning_r.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4002/PDC%20Case%2088948%20Citzens%204%20Fire%20Merger%20close%20with%20warning_r.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 88948 Citizens 4 Fire Merger Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4002/PDC%20Case%2088948%20Citizens%204%20Fire%20Merger%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/19/2021 08:23:19 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3552 3074 53456 06/21/2019 06/21/2019 08/08/2019 Elizabeth Hallock Soneya Lund Lund, Soneya (2): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely report expenditures and in-kind contributions, and .710 for failure to disclose board membership (EY 19; June 19) RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Elizabeth Hallock on June 21, 2019. The complaint alleged that Soneya Lund (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Yakima City Council, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose in-kind contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose officership or directorship on the board of directors for Rod’s House, a non-profit organization, on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose an officership on a non-profit board of directors, and to accurately and completely disclose in-kind contributions, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Soneya Lund about the importance of accurately and completely disclosing financial affairs and in-kind contributions. PDC staff expects the timely, accurate, and complete disclosure filing of future reports in accordance with statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/53456 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""53456 Lund Soneya (2) Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3074/53456%20Lund%20Soneya%20%282%29%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""53456 Lund Soneya (2) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3074/53456%20Lund%20Soneya%20%282%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53456 Lund Soneya (2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3074/53456%20Lund%20Soneya%20%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/08/2019 06:25:53 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3553 4011 89286 04/21/2021 04/20/2021 05/24/2021 Krysta Strasbaugh Randy Corman Corman, Randy: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures (EY21, Apr21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Randy Corman violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind, expenditures, debts, and loans, specifically failing to file Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports since August of 2020 for his 2021 Renton City Council Campaign.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind, expenditures, debts, and loans does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91642 500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91642 Equal Rights WA 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4073/91642%20Equal%20Rights%20WA%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""91642 EQUAL RIGHTS WA 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4073/91642%20EQUAL%20RIGHTS%20WA%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Equal Rights WA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/10/2021 04:49:05 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3556 3305 59064 10/23/2019 10/22/2019 11/26/2019 Alexander Ramel Coalition for a Better Northwest Washington Coalition for a Better Northwest Washington: Alleged violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW for failure to timely deposit and report contributions and pledges, and for accepting over-limit contributions within 21 days of an election RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.40.070/42.17A.420 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - Single ElectionThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 23, 2019. The complaint alleged that Coalition for a Better Northwest Washington (CBNWA), a political committee registered in 2019 making contributions to Whatcom County Council candidate, Ben Elenbaas, and independent expenditures opposing Whatcom County Executive candidate, Satpal Sidhu, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing a monetary pledge; and (3) RCW 42.17A.420 for accepting contributions exceeding $5,000 from a single source within twenty-one days of an election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dan Brady on behalf of his client CBNWA; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database], to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
During its review, staff found no evidence showing that the contributions from Phillips 66 and Marathon Petroleum Corp. were deposited late, reported on a C-3 or C-4 report late, or were received during a restricted time period for contributions exceeding $5,000 on the aggregate. It appears that CBNWA is aware that pledges are included in the statutory definition of a contribution and that it has a general understanding of filing deadlines, including “last minute contributions” (LMCs) disclosing contributions of $1,000 or more in the aggregate received before a general election.
Although the pledge from Marathon was timely reported October 22, 2019 on a C-3 report within 48 hours of being redeemed, staff found that the $5,000 pledge received by CBNWA on October 15, 2019, as described in Mr. Brady’s response, should have been disclosed within 48 hours of the pledge being made, or by no later than October 17, 2019.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a report disclosing the receipt of a pledge of $1,000 or more within 48 hours does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded CBNWA about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contributions, including pledges, received during the time period and dollar amount described in RCW 42.17A.265 and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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on May 27, 2020. The complaint alleged that Philip Lemley (Respondent), a City Council
Member for the City of Richland may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose all
sources of income or assets.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the
response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to
determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
* Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.710 the Respondent is required to disclose all sources of
income and assets on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement.
* The Respondent filed their F-1 on April 15, 2020 for the reporting period January 1, 2019
through December 31, 2019.
* The F-1 report filed on April 15, 2020 did not include any sources of income.
* The complaint was filed on May 27, 2020 and was sent to the Respondent on May 28,
2020.
* The Respondent completed the amendment to include all sources of income on the F-1 on
May 28, 2020.
* The Respondent does not have any violations with the PDC within the last five years.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately
disclose all sources of income and assets on the F-1 report covering 2019 does not amount to a
violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Philip Lemley about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure
of all sources of income and assets on Personal Financial Affairs Statements, and the timely and
accurate filing of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At its May 27, 2021 meeting, the Commission found the Kitsap County Republican Party violated RCW 42.17A.405 and WAC 390-05-400 by accepting contributions from corporations and a political committee that exceeded contribution limits for a bona fide political party committee for calendar years 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2020 and assessed a total civil penalty of $4,000 of which $2,000 is suspended.
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On February 14, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified Alison Holcomb of an alleged failure to timely file Monthly Lobbyist (L-2) Reports disclosing lobbying income and expenses for November and December of 2019.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
PDC records indicate that you are no longer registered to lobby for the months that previously triggered monthly L-2 reports in 2019 pursuant to RCW 42.17A.615.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 65088 administratively and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/65088 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""65088 Holcomb Alison Closure Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3524/65088%20Holcomb%20Alison%20Closure%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""65088 Holcomb Alison Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3524/65088%20Holcomb%20Alison%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/27/2020 03:38:38 PM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 3579 3092 54827 07/17/2019 07/16/2019 09/20/2019 Glen Morgan Dan Satterberg Satterberg, Dan: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting and retaining over-limit anonymous contributions (EY 18; July 19) RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalOn July 16, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint from Glen Morgan alleging that Daniel Satterberg (Respondent), an incumbent King County Prosecuting Attorney and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over limit anonymous contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and the Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent and determined that his campaign could only accept $758.82 of the total $1,223 in anonymous contribution received by his campaign.
On September 9, 2019, the PDC received a check in the amount of $464.18 from the Respondent for exceeding the anonymous contribution limits, that was forwarded to the Department of Enterprise Services, for deposit into the General Fund in accordance with the statutory scheme.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91585 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91585 Vancouver Clinic SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4027/91585%20Vancouver%20Clinic%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91585 Vancouver Clinic 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4027/91585%20Vancouver%20Clinic%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Case 91585 - Vancouver Clinic - Statement of Understanding - 6.10.2021.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4027/Case%2091585%20-%20Vancouver%20Clinic%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding%20-%206.10.2021.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Case 91585 - Vancouver Clinic - Statement of Understanding - 6.10.2021"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""The Vancouver Clinic"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Resolved through Statement of Understanding""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/24/2021 08:22:19 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3581 4035 91600 05/28/2021 06/24/2021 PDC Staff American Behavioral Health Systems Inc American Behavioral Health Systems Inc: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 & 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91600 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91600 American Behavioral Health Systems Inc 2019 & 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4035/91600%20American%20Behavioral%20Health%20Systems%20Inc%202019%20%26%202020%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91600, American Behavioral Health Systems Inc - SoU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4035/PDC%20Case%2091600%2C%20American%20Behavioral%20Health%20Systems%20Inc%20-%20SoU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91600, American Behavioral Health Systems Inc - SoU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91600 American Behavioral Health Systems Inc SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4035/91600%20American%20Behavioral%20Health%20Systems%20Inc%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""American Behavioral Health Systems Inc"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-17"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-17"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/09/2022 12:57:38 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3582 4034 91598 05/28/2021 06/24/2021 PDC Staff AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS-WA CHAPTER AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS-WA CHAPTER: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91598 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91598 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4034/PDC%20Case%2091598%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91598 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91598 American Academy of Pediatrics-WA State SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4034/91598%20American%20Academy%20of%20Pediatrics-WA%20State%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91598 AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS-WA CHAPTER 2019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4034/91598%20AMERICAN%20ACADEMY%20OF%20PEDIATRICS-WA%20CHAPTER%202019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""American Academy of Pediatrics"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/09/2022 12:57:54 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3583 4160 93972 06/24/2021 09/21/2021 PDC Staff Christy Carr Christy Carr: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order. The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 25, 2021.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On August 2, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Steven Parker, a 2020 candidate for County Commissioner in Stevens County, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports.
Staff reviewed the applicable statute, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the 2020 C-4 reports filed by the Steven L. Parker Campaign and the September 10, 2020 response to the complaint provided by Steven Parker.
Staff found the Campaign's reporting deficient, however, Mr. Parker qualified for Mini Reporting although he did not request to switch from Full to Mini reporting. Staff also found that Mr. Parker did not receive any monetary contributions from the public and placed third in the primary election and therefore did not qualify for the general election.
Based on these findings, the staff issued a formal written warning to Mr. Parker's campaign for failure to timely report C-4 reports and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your 2019 L-2 report on February 14, 2020, as required by RCW 42.17A.615. As a Lobbyist registered to lobby in 2019, the monthly reports were due by the 15th day of each following month, making your report 30 days late.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 65099 administratively and remove your name from our hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, accurately and completely file the C-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Darcie Kline will receive a formal written warning concerning the timely filing of the Candidate Registration report (C-1 report). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Darcie Kline timely file all future required reports such as the registration, as well as timely report contributions and expenditures where applicable. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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DARLENE WILDER
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission granted the Respondent's request to Reconsider the Initial Order and Vacated the civil penalty.
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At a 7/15/21 brief enforcement hearing, the Respondent was found to have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement that was due 4/15/21. The Presiding Officer assessed a $150 penalty, with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order, dated 8/12/21.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Per the Respondent's request, this matter was heard at a 10/28/21 Reconsideration hearing. The Commissioner Reconsidered the Order and suspended the entire $250 penalty based on no further violations for four years.
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At a May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a $250 penalty, of which $100 is suspended if the conditions of the Order are met.
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This case alleged the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement for calendar year 2020 that was due no later than April 15, 2021.
At the February 17, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty, of which $125 is suspended if the conditions of the Initial Order are met.
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On July 14, 2020, the Vote Kartak Campaign (Campiang) timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosing $5,522 in monetary contributions, and $100 for in-kind contributions received, and total expenditures were $6,838 during the period of June 1 through July 13, 2020. The 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosed two expenditures for signage that included: (1) a $3,221.40 expenditure made to Dave’s Campaign and Business on June 30, 2020 and listing the description as “655 Campaign Signs”; and (2) a $123.20 expenditure made to Countryman Signs on June 26, 2020 and listing the description as “66 Campaign Signs.”
The amended C-4 report filed by the Campaign disclosed the purchase of 655 campaign signs from Dave’s Campaign and Business on June 30, 2020, which consisted of two different yard sign sizes as noted in the response letter stating “To be more transparent, we separated the purchase into 2 categories, one for 18” x 24” signs and the other for 8’ x 4’ signs, on the amended report.”
The response letter added that Mr. Kartak donated 200 wire stakes to the Campaign that were already in his possession prior to the 2020, to use for the yard signs, and the Campaign conducted some online searches to determine the fair market value for the wire stakes. The Campaign disclosed on the amended 21-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report as an estimated in-kind contribution from Mr. Kartak valued at $237.76 and stated that the “wire stakes purchased and donated were cut in half, which doubled the number of signs they could be used on. There are still signs in the campaign’s possession that are not yet staked.”
Based on these facts, and the fact that Mr. Kartak is a candidate under the Full Reporting Option for the first time, staff found that the allegations identified in your complaint and the Campaign’s filing of the amended information would not constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
The PDC has reminded the Vote Kartak Campaign about the importance of timely and accurate disclosure of contribution and expenditures activities, including the required expenditure details for political advertisements undertaken by the Campaign and the reporting of in-kind contributions from the candidate and other sources for the remainder of the 2020 election cycle. The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint Arthur David Churchman filed on June 20, 2019. The complaint alleged that Shelly Schlumpf (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks of candidacy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the F-1 report does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Shelly Schlumpf about the importance of timely filing a financial affairs statement (F-1 report) and the timely filing of all future PDC reports.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/53443 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""53443 Schlumpf Shelly Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3069/53443%20Schlumpf%20Shelly%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53443 Schlumpf Shelly Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3069/53443%20Schlumpf%20Shelly%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""53443 Schlumpf Shelly Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3069/53443%20Schlumpf%20Shelly%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/30/2020 03:51:46 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3608 3570 71547 06/07/2020 06/07/2020 06/24/2020 Daniel Barnes Bryan White White, Bryan: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file campaign registration and personal financial affairs statements; & RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures (EY 20, June 20) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Closed Administratively Candidate - LegislativeThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Daniel Barnes filed on June 7, 2020. The complaint alleged that Bryan White (Respondent), a Candidate for State Representative Position 2 for Legislative District 17 may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file campaign registration (C-1) and personal financial affairs statement (F-1); and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures (C-3 & C-4).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62685 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62685 Bunney Shawn Administrative Closure.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3434/62685%20Bunney%20Shawn%20Administrative%20Closure.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}, {""file_name"" : ""62685 Bunney Shawn Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3434/62685%20Bunney%20Shawn%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/22/2020 09:49:11 AM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 3613 3383 60032 10/31/2019 10/30/2019 12/03/2019 David Bryan Holloway "Mary ""Peggy"" Shepard" "Shepard, Mary ""Peggy"": Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public agency/office facilities to assist an election campaign. (EY '19; Nov '19)" RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Public Agency - LocalThe complaint alleged Mary “Peggy” Shepard, a City of Snoqualmie City Council Member, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using city facilities to assist another candidate’s campaign. You provided photos of a sweatshirt that listed three 2019 candidates for Snoqualmie City County Shepard wore at a public meeting.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, and the response provided by Shepard, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The meeting referenced in the complaint was advertised on the city website; however, it was not administered as a regular city council meeting or by Shepard. As such, Shepard’s actions were not governed by RCW 42.17A.555. Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities by Shepard to campaign for another candidate, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against Zachary Zappone, a 2021 candidate seeking the office of Spokane City Council, District 3 Position #2, and a Spokane School District teacher, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of the Spokane School District to make a video that included footage taken in a classroom and in front of a school that was used as a political advertisement in support of his candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.555 states that public facilities cannot be used by or authorized to be used, directly or indirectly, by any local elected, appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
On January 4, 2021, Zachary Zappone filed a candidate registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for Spokane City Council, District 3, Position #2 for 2021. selected the Full Reporting Option and listed Andrew Taylor as Ministerial Treasurer. For the 2020 election cycle, Mr. Zappone was a candidate for State Representative in the 6th Legislative District During the 2021 election cycle, Zachary Zappone was a teacher at North Central High School in the Spokane School District.
Mr. Zappone stated that he contacted PDC staff at the beginning of his 2021 Campaign seeking to clarify what he could do as a public school employee concerning the use of public facilities to support his candidacy, and what the prohibitions were. He stated that he did not violate RCW 42.17A.555 by using Spokane School District facilities for political purposes to support his 2021 candidacy.
During his contact with PDC staff he stated that he was informed that he was “allowed to be outside on public property to film a commercial” for his Campaign, provided it was not filmed during school hours.
Concerning the video footage featuring Mr. Zappone walking with two other students and shot on the sidewalk in front of the high school, he stated he was informed by PDC staff that it would be similar to filming or having a photograph taken “in a public park or on the public right of way.” He added that was “what I did by standing outside on the sidewalk in front of the high school” which he noted was not a use of a Spokane School District facilities.
Mr. Zappone stated that concerning the allegation of the video footage taken inside a classroom, he stated the footage was not taken in a Spokane School District school or any school district classroom, the classroom scene was filmed at the MLK Center in Spokane. He stated that when he contacted PDC staff, he also raised the issue concerning the use of classroom space to shoot a video, and was told he could not use a Spokane School District classroom unless it was “publicly available” on an equal access basis to the public, similar to that of a library or a community center.
Mr. Zappone stated that his Campaign “did not sign any agreements or forms” for the room rental at the MLK Center and rented the room for an entire hour but ended up only using the room for 30 minutes to shoot the video. He stated that after reviewing his Campaign books of account, “we could not find an invoice for the time we used the room like we had discussed with the MLK Center…. I have since reached out to them to ask for an invoice per our discussion last year and will be paying it as soon as possible.”
Mr. Zappone stated that the students featured in his Campaign video “reached out to me through my internship and volunteer page on my campaign website. I did not use class time to recruit students or ask them to be in my videos.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. PDC staff found no evidence that Zachary Zappone violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of the Spokane School District to support his candidacy for Spokane City Council in 2021. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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The complaint alleged Farrah Manning Davis exceeded the mini-reporting limit due to the materials used to place yard signs when added to costs Farrah Manning Davis disclosed previously in PDC complaint 100314.
Farrah Manning Davis responded to the current complaint and stated “All the other signs were put up by my support(ers) within this community, using their own wood, supplies, and flags/flagpoles. I did not buy or contribute to any of that…other then giving them the signs I purchased within my campaign.”
Under RCW 42.17A.005 and WAC 390-17-405, volunteers can provide a service to a campaign “not in excess of fifty dollars personally paid for by the worker.”
As there is no evidence any of the individuals who used their own supplies to post a sign provided a service to the Farrah Manning Davis campaign that exceeded $50, the activity would not be a contribution to the campaign.
In response, Farrah Manning Davis also noted the Whidbey Weekly advertisement was donated to the campaign and split equally with two other candidates.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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At an April 21, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, a violation of .615 was found by the Presiding Officer and a $250 penalty was assessed, of which $250 is suspended if the L-2 reports are filed within 30 days of the Order.
On May 24, 2022, the Presiding Officer VACATED the finding of a violation and penalty assessed in the previous Order based on new facts. The Respondent lobbyist and their employer updated PDC records to reflect that no lobbying occurred for the months of June-December of 2021 and, therefore, no L-2 reports were due for these months.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Paul Mahre; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the F-1 report was received five days late, it was submitted immediately upon receipt of the complaint and well before any information regarding candidates appearing on the primary election was distributed to voters.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a F-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Mahre about the importance of timely filing a Personal Financial Affairs Statement with the PDC within two weeks of declaring candidacy, and the timely filing of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ms. Gilfilen; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; PDC Case 58089; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint included an additional allegation regarding “carelessness” and “negligence” for general reporting issues. Apart from the portion of reporting discrepancies or tardiness resulting in a possible violation of RCW 42.17A, staff found this allegation to be outside of the PDC’s jurisdiction and did not address this part of the complaint.
Phyllis Joy Gilfilen was an unsuccessful candidate in the 2019 Whatcom County Sheriff campaign. It appears that her failure to timely report an in-kind contribution of $1,000 or more within forty-eight hours of receipt during the 21-days before the November 5, 2019 general election, or by no later than October 28, 2019, was due to inexperience and general lack of knowledge.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report one contribution of $1,000 or more within forty-eight hours of receipt during the 21-days before the November 5, 2019 general election, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Ms. Gilfilen about the importance of the timely reporting of all campaign expenditures and contributions, specifically including the forty-eight hour disclosure of any contributions that are received during the accelerated reporting periods of $1,000 or more in the aggregate from one source within the 21-days of a general election or 7-days before a primary election, in any future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statute/rule and the reporting requirement; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Whatcom County Affordable Housing Council (Committee); and reviewed their date in the PDC database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff's review of the Committee's Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and the Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) found the Committee received more than 80% of its contributions from the Building Industry Association of Whatcom County (BIAWC), making the BIAWC a sponsor.
On October 2, 2019, the Committee amended its C-1pc and changed the Committee's name to ""Whatcom County Affordable Housing Council sponsored by the Building Industry Association of Whatcom County.""
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to include the sponsor name in the name of the committee is a violation that does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The Committee made a good faith effort by responding quickly and amending its Committee Registration to reflect BIAWC as the sponsor of the Committee.
However, staff reminded the Whatcom County Affordable Housing Council about the importance of including the name of the sponsor in the Committee's name in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original Order, including the penalty.
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Debra Edinger concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Debra Edinger to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public office or agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot propositions does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding King County Fire Protection District 16 officials when publishing election related information about a ballot proposition to the media, the information be in accordance with the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation No. 04-02.
Based on this information, the PDC finds no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to David Figatner concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects David Figatner to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Mark Dunn does not have a current lobbyist contract and is not planning to be a registered lobbyist in 2020.Subsequently, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) administratively closed this case and no hearing will be held.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, the applicable law/rule, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the 33rd Legislative, and the August 17 and September 8, 2020, responses to the complaint provided by the Committee officials.
Staff found that the Committee failed to report a contribution received in December 2019 and issued a reminder letter to the committee regarding its failure to file an accurate contribution report.
Based on this information, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Joe Cortez concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Joe Cortez to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Allegation 2: Violation of RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to disclose Zachary Zappone as having an electioneering communication undertaken that mentioned or featured his candidacy.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/99853 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""99853 Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund Complaint Return Letter....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5006/99853%20Washington%20Housing%20Alliance%20Action%20Fund%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""99853T~1.PDF"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5006/99853T~1.PDF"", ""description"" : ""99853 The Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""99853 Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund PAC Complaint RESPONSE.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5006/99853%20Washington%20Housing%20Alliance%20Action%20Fund%20PAC%20Complaint%20RESPONSE.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/28/2021 10:01:36 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3647 4293 94105 06/24/2021 12/09/2021 PDC Staff Laura J Theimer Laura J Theimer: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/62693 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""62693 Hirota William Hearing Notice - January 23, 2020.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3439/62693%20Hirota%20William%20Hearing%20Notice%20-%20January%2023%2C%202020.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""62693 Hirota William Closure Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3439/62693%20Hirota%20William%20Closure%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed administratively""}]" 01/23/2020 10:11:26 AM Citizen initiated court case. Violation not found. 3649 6606 151240 02/20/2024 02/20/2024 07/10/2024 Conner Edwards Eck, David Eck, David: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports (EY23, Feb24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalA complaint was filed against David Eck, a 2023 candidate seeking election to the office of City Councilmember Position #6 in the City of Moses Lake, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports for election year 2023.
David Eck filed a Candidate Registration declaring his 2023 candidacy for City Councilmember Position #6 in the City of Moses Lake, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Eck was an incumbent Moses Lake City Councilmember having been elected to that office in 2019. He was not successful in his re-election efforts.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
The Respondent filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed no contribution and expenditure activity for the 2023 election cycle, which would have been below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to David Eck concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should he declare his candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94075 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - PDC Case 94075, Johanna Mae Pantig.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4263/SOU%20-%20PDC%20Case%2094075%2C%20Johanna%20Mae%20Pantig.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - PDC Case 94075, Johanna Mae Pantig"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""94075 Johanna Mae B Pantig CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4263/94075%20Johanna%20Mae%20B%20Pantig%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHANNA MAE PANTIG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:36:47 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3654 6128 141681 08/22/2023 08/21/2023 07/11/2024 Glen Morgan Retired Public Employees Council of Washington Retired Public Employees Council of WA: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures and required expenditure details on reports. (EY'18-'23; Aug ‘23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Union "This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures for election years 2018-2023 and disclose required expenditure details on reports for election years 2018-2023.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Retired Public Employees Council of Washington (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Retired Public Employees Council of Washington received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing their contributions and expenditures in years 2019-2023. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Retired Public Employees Council of Washington comply with the above requirements in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Retired Public Employees Council of Washington about the importance of 1) disclosing sufficient details on C-4 reports regarding the vendor and purpose/description of expenditures; and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, when possible, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that late filing of the F-1 report by Davida Sharpe Haygood was due to a misunderstanding of the PDC’s statutory requirements and not done to withhold personal financial information from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the candidate F-1 report disclosing financial activity for the previous twelve months does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Davida Sharpe Haygood about the importance of the timely disclosure of personal financial information as a candidate for elected office, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Supplemental complaint information alleged the Campaign also violated RCW 42.17A.405 for spending contributions solicited and/or received for the 2020 general election on 2020 primary election activites.
Dan Brady, legal counsel for the Campaign stated that TV “order contracts with Comcast are booked with a Sunday to Monday run date regardless of the date the advertising is actually ordered, paid, and/or begins.” He stated that while the “Run date” stated July 13, 2020 on the “Order Contract” line of the invoice, the detailed summary of the media buy made “it clear that no advertising ran before July 15, 2020.”
Mr. Brady stated the Campaign did not place a final order with Comcast until July 14, 2020, reiterated the Campaign’s TV political advertisements did not begin running on Comcast until July 15, 2020, and added the Campaign timely disclosed the expenditure to Comcast for advertising on the 7-day Pre-Primary C-4 report filed on July 28, 2020 as having been made on July 14, 2020.
Mr. Brady stated that the Campaign expenditure for the mailer was initially disclosed on the 7-day Pre-Primary C-4 report as an expenditure made on July 14, 2020 to Sermo Digital, but noted that after reviewing the allegation the Campaign received updated billing information regarding the mailing indicating an order placed should have been disclosed on a prior C-4 report. He added the postage expense had been timely disclosed.
The Campaign filed an amended 21-day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosing a total of $38,130 in outstanding debts and liabilities owed to Sermo Digital that included a $27,000 order placed on July 10, 2020, through Print NW for printing an estimated 164,754 mail pieces.
On August 17, 2020 the Campaign filed an amended 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 report disclosing the same monetary contributions received and expenditures made during the period, but added $37,857 in new debts and total liabilities, the majority of which were orders placed with Sermo Digital that included $12,500 for online advertising for the period July 15 through August 4, 2020; $10,000 for online advertising with Pandora for the period July 27 through August 4, 2020; $3,000 for Digital Consulting; and $1,833 for email political advertising.
Staff reviewed the allegation that the Campaign spent general election contributions on 2020 primary election activites, and found: (1) the Campaign received a total of seven contributions designated for the 2020 general election totaling $10,750; and (2) as of August 31, 2020, the Campaign had $35,067 cash on hand balance that included the $10,750 in general election contributions, verifying the general election contributions received by the Campaign had not been spent. Mr. Vaska stated that the Campaign “always maintained a cash balance exceeding the total balance of sequestered General Election contributions.”
On October 1, 2020, the Campaign submitted an email stating all of the general election contributions that had been received were refunded, and that the Campaign reattributed one contribution made by joint check between the two spouses.
Mr. Vaska stated he retained two very experienced consultants for his Campaign and an experienced Campaign Treasurer to file the PDC reports, that he met weekly via Zoom with the team to discuss the Campaign which included PDC filing deadlines, and that PDC reporting requirements were also discussed by email. He stated that due to “COVlD—19, our entire team never had the opportunity to meet in person after the campaign was launched. As a result, the campaign did not have the normal, in-person communications structure that would have provided me with a better opportunity to ensure full and timely disclosure by the campaign team, especially during the rigorous reporting deadlines in the three weeks before the Primary.”
Staff noted Mr. Vaska was seeking election to a high-profile office, and the typical campaign practices and procedures a Statewide candidate would engage in, including the communication and interactions with consultants, vendors and Campaign Officers and Treasurers were impacted due to Covid-19. The late-disclosed orders placed were for a statewide mailing and digital campaign that was largely conducted remotely. In addition, no evidence was found by staff that the Campaign exceeded contribution limits for the 2020 election or spent 2020 general election contributions on primary election activities.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a formal written warning to the Mike Vaska for AG Campaign concerning the failure to timely disclose orders placed with Sermo Digital on both the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary C-4 reports as required by RCW 42.17A.240. The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91583 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91583 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4025/PDC%20Case%2091583%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91583 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91583 WA ASSN FOR BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4025/91583%20WA%20ASSN%20FOR%20BEHAVIOR%20ANALYSIS%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91583 Wa Assn for Behavior Analysis SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4025/91583%20Wa%20Assn%20for%20Behavior%20Analysis%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""WA Assn for Behavior Analysis"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/10/2021 02:36:25 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3661 4066 91635 05/28/2021 07/10/2021 PDC Staff Regalo International LLC Regalo International LLC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91635 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91635 Regalo International LLC 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4066/91635%20Regalo%20International%20LLC%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91635 Regalo International LLC SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4066/91635%20Regalo%20International%20LLC%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91635 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4066/PDC%20Case%2091635%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91635 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Regalo International"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/10/2021 02:39:44 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3662 4058 91627 05/28/2021 07/10/2021 PDC Staff CARBON WA CARBON WA: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91627 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91627 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4058/PDC%20Case%2091627%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91627 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91627 CARBON WA 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4058/91627%20CARBON%20WA%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91627 Carbon WA SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4058/91627%20Carbon%20WA%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Carbon WA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/10/2021 02:43:01 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3663 6844 154039 05/07/2024 05/07/2024 07/12/2024 Wadi Yakhour Greg Cheney Greg Cheney: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising (EY24, MAY24) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LegislativePDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete sponsor identification on a political advertisement does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Greg Cheney will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.320 to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance on providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/154039 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""154039 Cheney_Greg Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6844/154039%20Cheney_Greg%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""154039 Greg Cheney Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6844/154039%20Greg%20Cheney%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""154039 Cheney_Greg Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6844/154039%20Cheney_Greg%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 06/18/2025 12:40:07 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3664 4048 91616 05/28/2021 07/10/2021 PDC Staff STACS DNA Inc STACS DNA Inc: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91616 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91616 STACS DNA Inc SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4048/91616%20STACS%20DNA%20Inc%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91616 STACS DNA Inc 2019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4048/91616%20STACS%20DNA%20Inc%202019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91616 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4048/PDC%20Case%2091616%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91616 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""STACS DNA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/10/2021 02:47:58 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3665 4075 91644 05/28/2021 07/10/2021 PDC Staff Producers NW Producers NW: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91644 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91644 Producers NW SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4075/91644%20Producers%20NW%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91644 Producers NW 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4075/91644%20Producers%20NW%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91644 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4075/PDC%20Case%2091644%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91644 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Producers NW"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/10/2021 02:56:48 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3666 3736 78009 10/12/2020 10/11/2020 10/21/2020 Sean Bates Dale Wagner Wagner, Dale: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support or oppose candidates or ballot propositions (EY20, Oct20) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Agency - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Sean Bates filed on October 11, 2020. The complaint alleged that Dale Wagner, Adams County Sheriff, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by posting personal political support and opposition on the Adams County Sheriff Department’s Facebook page.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the misuse of public facilities does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Dale Wagner will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public facilities. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Dale Wagner will not use public facilities to either support or oppose candidates or ballot propositions in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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WFSE is a statewide labor organization that is affiliated with American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). WFSE has a Separate Segregated Fund (SSF) that is registered under Section 527 of the Internal Revenue Code, and reports to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under the name WFSE – SSF. WFSE is also a Lobbyist Employer that has been registered and reporting with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) since the 1970s.
Mr. Iglitzin and Ms. Franco-Malone stated allegation concerning the $200,000 grant received in 2016 “is identical in many key respects” to the two prior FF complaints filed against WFSE: PDC Case Number 14266, filed on January 17, 2017; and PDC Case No. 62411, filed on January 2, 2020. After reviewing those complaints, PDC staff determined WFSE was not required to register the SSF as a political committee, because “the SSF is an account established, controlled, and funded by WFSE, such that expenditures from the SSF are the equivalent of expenditures from WFSE’s general fund.”
Mr. Iglitzin stated, “there is no dispute that WFSE’s SSF is managed, operated, funded and directed entirely by WFSE itself. WFSE’s Executive Director makes all final approvals of monies provided to and spent from the SSF. He stated stated FF has provided no evidence indicating that the $200,000 in question was deposited into WFSE’s SSF. Mr. Iglitzin confirmed that the $200,000 was deposited into WFSE’s member dues account, the primary account used by WFSE to pay for all its representational and operational expenses.
Mr. Iglitzin and Ms. Franco-Malone stated no evidence was provided of “any connection between the AFSCME money received by WFSE and any political expenditures or contributions subsequently made by WFSE. Thus, the claim that WFSE received this money from AFSCME for electoral political purposes must be rejected as lacking any factual basis.”
Concerning the allegation of the $15,000 WFSE expenditure to Retired Public Employees Council of Washington, Mr. Iglitzin and Ms. Franco-Malone stated it was part of a $15,000 transfer that was received by “WFSE from AFSCME in late August of 2018.” They stated that the $15,000 in funds received by WFSE, were then “transmitted to the Retired Public Employees Council of Washington (RPEC), a Section 501(c)(4) social welfare organization, which was subsequently deposited into the Retired Public Employee Council of Washington PAC, a Section 527 political organization.
Mr. Iglitzin and Ms. Franco-Malone stated that the $15,000 was received and disclosed by RPEC PAC as a contribution from WFSE on a Monetary Contributions Report (C-3 report) as being received on September 4, 2018. They stated that “WFSE never intended the $15,000 that it had received from AFSCME to go into RPEC’s PAC.”
PDC staff requested that WSFE provide a copy of the cancelled check, which Ms. Franco-Malone included as part of her June 18, 2021, email response as an attachment. Staff reviewed the cancelled check which stated WFSE check #102026 was made out to RPEC on August 31, 2018, in the amount of $15,000, and included the address 906 Columbia Street SW, Suite 501, Olympia, WA 98501-1240. Staff’s review confirmed that the check did not include the word “PAC.”
PDC staff’s review of the 2018 LM-2 Report filed by AFSCME and included as part of the supplemental complaint information provided by FF, found that under Section 16 – Political Activities and Lobbying on page 305 of the Report listed a $15,000 expenditure was made on August 27, 2018, to AFSCME WA Council 28 for “State and Local Political Program Support.”
Ms. Franco-Malone stated that WFSE “Council 28 and RPEC are both affiliates of AFSCME” and that current RPEC members are former members of WFSE. She stated that when WFSE members retire from Washington State service, the members have the option of joining RPEC, in which they receive WFSE communications that includes information about legislation that may affect members pensions and healthcare. In addition, she stated “WFSE works with RPEC to coordinate retirement planning workshops for WFSE members. WFSE pays RPEC to present at those workshops.”
PDC staff’s review of the 2016 LM-2 Report filed by AFSCME found that under Section 19 – Union Administration on page 205 of the Report listed a $10,841 expenditure was made on September 21, 2016 to the Retired Public Employees Council of Washington for “Postage.”
Based on the above information, PDC staff found no evidence warranting an investigation into whether WFSE was acting as a political committee, based on either the $200,000 grant received from AFSCME in 2016, or the $15,000 transfer WFSE made to RPEC in 2018.
As noted in the disposition letter for PDC Case Number 62411, there was no evidence found or provided that the $200,000 in AFSCME funds received by WFSE in 2016 was deposited into their SSF, but instead the funds were deposited into WFSE's general treasury. The deposit of the $200,000 grant received from AFSCME and deposited into WFSE's general treasury did not make WFSE or WFSE's general treasury account a political committee as a receiver of contributions. Likewise, there is no basis to conclude that one of WFSE’s primary purposes during the calendar year 2018 was to support or oppose candidates or ballot propositions.
The $15,000 expenditure made from WFSE to RPEC in 2018, was not intended by WFSE to be received and deposited by RPEC into its political committee account. The $15,000 expenditure did not make WFSE a political committee under the expenditures prong of the primary purpose test.
PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely report expenditures on reports filed does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Fair & Equal Whatcom made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Fair & Equal Whatcom timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93955 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93955 - Buoy - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4143/93955%20-%20Buoy%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""93955 - Buoy - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""93955 Buoy Cindy CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4143/93955%20Buoy%20Cindy%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""CINDY BUOY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:50:24 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3672 6846 154147 05/13/2024 05/13/2024 07/12/2024 Ramona Leber Kalei LaFave Kalei LaFave: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 and .710 for failure to timely file annual F-1 and for failing to disclose complete income information on the candidate F-1. (EY23, MAY24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include complete income information on the F-1 filed while Ms. LaFave was a candidate seeking office and the untimely filing of the annual F-1 once Ms. LaFave was elected to office does not amount a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kalei LaFave will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.700 and RCW 42.17A.710 for failing to include complete income information on their candidate F-1 and for failing to timely file the 2023 annual F-1. Staff expects Ms. LaFave, moving forward, to follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance about the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1). If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93922 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93922 - Alba - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4110/93922%20-%20Alba%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""93922 - Alba - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""93922 Alba Elizabeth CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4110/93922%20Alba%20Elizabeth%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABTEH ALBA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:41:01 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3681 4386 94198 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff SANDRA JARRARD SANDRA JARRARD: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94221 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94221 Steve Nylund CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4409/94221%20Steve%20Nylund%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94221 - Nylund - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4409/94221%20-%20Nylund%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94221 - Nylund - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""STEVE NYLUND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 09:30:10 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3684 4212 94024 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff FLEMMING STANLEY L FLEMMING STANLEY L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94226 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94226, Sugarman - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4414/94226%2C%20Sugarman%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94226, Sugarman - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""94226 Sugarman Travis CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4414/94226%20Sugarman%20Travis%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRAVIS SUGARMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 09:28:18 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3686 4139 93951 06/24/2021 12/10/2021 PDC Staff Brenda Sue Sorensen Brenda Sue Sorensen: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 202
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93951 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93951 - Sorenson - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4139/93951%20-%20Sorenson%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""93951 - Sorenson - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""93951 Brenda Sue Sorensen CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4139/93951%20Brenda%20Sue%20Sorensen%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRENDA SORENSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/10/2021 10:21:31 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3687 4266 94078 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff John Neilan McPartland John Neilan McPartland: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93928 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93928 Amy Howard CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4116/93928%20Amy%20Howard%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93928 - Howard - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4116/93928%20-%20Howard%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""93928 - Howard - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""AMY HOWARD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:45:49 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3689 4305 94117 06/24/2021 12/09/2021 PDC Staff Lupita (Guadalupe) Flores Lupita (Guadalupe) Flores: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94117 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94117 Lupita (Guadalupe) Flores CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4305/94117%20Lupita%20%28Guadalupe%29%20Flores%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94117 - Flores - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4305/94117%20-%20Flores%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94117 - Flores - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Lupita (Guadalupe) Flores"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:23:06 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3690 4321 94133 06/24/2021 12/13/2021 PDC Staff MAYNARD BRANDI S MAYNARD BRANDI S: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU on July 12, 2021 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report due no later than April 15, 2021. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegation listed in the complaint.
The Respondent filed an F-1 report on July 6, 2021.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94133 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94133 - Maynard - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4321/94133%20-%20Maynard%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94133 - Maynard - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""94133 Maynard Brandi SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4321/94133%20Maynard%20Brandi%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94133 Maynard Brandi CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4321/94133%20Maynard%20Brandi%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRANDI MAYNARD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/13/2021 02:49:47 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3691 6785 153566 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/05/2024 Conner Edwards Mike Desmond Mike Desmond: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalAllegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94260 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94260 - Williams - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4448/94260%20-%20Williams%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94260 - Williams - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""94260 Williams Cynthia CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4448/94260%20Williams%20Cynthia%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""CYNTHIA WILLIAMS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/08/2021 04:33:04 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3693 4344 94156 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff MONTGOMERY LAWTON R MONTGOMERY LAWTON R: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 202
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93964 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93964 - Carlson - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4152/93964%20-%20Carlson%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""93964 - Carlson - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""93964 Carlson Clark D CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4152/93964%20Carlson%20Clark%20D%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""CLARK CARLSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:51:52 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3698 4341 94153 06/24/2021 12/09/2021 PDC Staff MILLER SERENA A MILLER SERENA A: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94153 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94153 - Miller - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4341/94153%20-%20Miller%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""94153 - Miller - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""94153 Miller Serena CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4341/94153%20Miller%20Serena%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""SERENA MILLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:27:59 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3699 4210 94022 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff Filiberto Ontiveros Filiberto Ontiveros: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1The complaint alleged Matt Kuehn, a candidate for Bothell City Council Position 5, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18 by failing to identify the sponsor of political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, the evidence provided in the complaint and a response from Matt Kuehn, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
After reviewing Kuehn’s PDC reports, PDC staff added an allegation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to accurately report expenditures and WAC 390-16-037 and -205 for lacking expenditure detail on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Based on PDC findings, and the fact that Kuehn is a first-time candidate, the advertising was sponsored by and candidate pictured in the advertising, with no intent to conceal sponsorship, and the candidate promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include sponsor identification and list expenditure detail does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding about the importance of adding the required expenditure detail to C-4 reports and identifying the sponsor's name and address on political advertising, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93802 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93802 Keuhn Matt Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4107/93802%20Keuhn%20Matt%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 93802 Matt Keuhn response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4107/PDC%20Case%2093802%20Matt%20Keuhn%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 93082 Matt Kuehn closed with reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4107/PDC%20Case%2093082%20Matt%20Kuehn%20closed%20with%20reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 93802 Matt Keuhn response_with stickers on mailers.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4107/PDC%20Case%2093802%20Matt%20Keuhn%20response_with%20stickers%20on%20mailers.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/27/2021 10:06:38 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3704 4105 93777 06/16/2021 06/15/2021 07/14/2021 Nick Johnson Tarik Hassane Hassane, Tarik: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report website/domain name expenditure. (EY '21; Jun '21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Cody Hart filed on September 30, 2019. The complaint alleged that Aaron Blaisdell (Respondent), a board member for the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may have violated RCW 42.17A.635 for indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of authorized channels for public agency lobbying; and RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to report a grass roots lobbying campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence provided; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
On the Candidate Registration (C-1 report) the Respondent filed with the PDC, he selected the Full Reporting option, obligating the campaign to file periodic C-3 & C-4 reports based on the election cycle.
Upon being notified of this complaint, the Respondent indicated his erroneous belief that he had selected the Mini-Reporting option on his C-1 report. If selected, the Mini-Reporting option relieves a candidate’s campaign of the need to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor. The Respondent indicated noncompliance was due to the retirement of his long-time legal assistant, who managed election campaign reporting. The new assistant was not fully aware of the reporting requirements for the Respondent’s campaign.
The Respondent filed a total of six C-4 reports, which were received after the election and 31-122 days late, and were later amended to include additional expenditure and in-kind contribution details.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely file C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC issued the Respondent a formal written Warning, including PDC staff's expectation that the Respondent will timely file all required reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written Warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/60143 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""60143 Thompson Bob Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3387/60143%20Thompson%20Bob%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""60143 Thompson Robert (Bob) J. Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3387/60143%20Thompson%20Robert%20%28Bob%29%20J.%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""60143 Thompson Bob Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3387/60143%20Thompson%20Bob%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/18/2021 04:49:55 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3707 1937 42325 10/16/2018 10/16/2018 12/18/2018 Larry Seaquist John Kelly Kelly, John: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for using of public facilities to support a political campaign. (OCT 2018) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Legislative "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Cody Hart filed on September 30, 2019. The complaint alleged that Ivan Van De Wege (Respondent), a board member for the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may have violated RCW 42.17A.635 for indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of authorized channels for public agency lobbying; and RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to report a grass roots lobbying campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58001 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58001 Van De Wege Ivan Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3245/58001%20Van%20De%20Wege%20Ivan%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58001 Van De Wege Ivan Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3245/58001%20Van%20De%20Wege%20Ivan%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""58001 Van De Wege Ivan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3245/58001%20Van%20De%20Wege%20Ivan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/14/2019 12:07:22 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 3709 4458 94532 06/21/2021 06/21/2021 07/16/2021 Samuel Scott Nino Vaccaro Vaccaro, Nino: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for failure to timely file campaign registration (C-1 report) and disclose contributions (C-3 reports) and expenditures (C-4 reports) (EY21, July 21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Nino Vaccaro, a 2021 candidate for Mayor of Steilacoom, violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 by failing to timely register with the PDC and timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, the evidence provided in the complaint and a response from Nino Vaccaro, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact that Vaccaro is a first-time candidate and timely filed his F-1 report, there is no apparent intent to conceal candidacy, there is no primary election, and the candidate promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely register with the PDC and timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Nino Vaccaro about the importance of timely registering with the PDC and filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, exhibits provided in the complaint, the applicable PDC reports filed by William McKay, Sr., and the response from William McKay, Sr., to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to accurately disclose personal financial information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors,William McKay, Sr. timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/89531 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""89531 McKay William SR Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4013/89531%20McKay%20William%20SR%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 89531 William McKay Sr Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4013/PDC%20Case%2089531%20William%20McKay%20Sr%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 89531 William McKay SR closed with technical correction.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4013/PDC%20Case%2089531%20William%20McKay%20SR%20closed%20with%20technical%20correction.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/02/2022 03:02:25 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 3711 4601 95227 07/13/2021 10/27/2021 PDC Staff Bradley Cairnes Bradley Cairnes: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Cody Hart filed on September 30, 2019. The complaint alleged that Nirmala Gnanapragasam (Respondent), a board member for the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may have violated RCW 42.17A.635 for indirectly lobbying the legislature outside of authorized channels for public agency lobbying; and RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to report a grass roots lobbying campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$250, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on June 19, 2020. The complaint alleged that Everett Public Schools, a public school district in Snohomish County serving the cities of Everett, Bothell and Mill Creek, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing the district’s official Facebook page to share a virtual event originating on Representative John Lovick’s 2020 Campaign Facebook page.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation 01-03; the response provided by Sarah S. Mack, General Counsel for Everett Public Schools (the “Respondent”); and the response provided by Representative John Lovick in related PDC Case 72472, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Respondent’s written response shows that they have a general understanding of RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation 01-03, Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns and acted in a good faith manner they believed to be permissible as well as consistent with similar activities. However, staff noted that the district was aware that the virtual invitation included a web address for Rep. Lovick’s 2020 Re-election Campaign but did not flag this as problematic.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the act of the Respondent sharing a post from a current legislator’s Facebook page despite the fact that the invitation language included a campaign web address, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Everett Public Schools about the importance of following the prohibitions described in RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation 01-03 closely and to review all future events shared on the district’s official Facebook page with more scrutiny to ensure that they are free of any campaign related language.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, exhibits provided in the complaint, the applicable PDC reports filed by William McKay, Jr., and the response from William McKay, Jr., to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to accurately disclose personal financial information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
The Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors,William McKay, Jr. timely amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/89585 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""89585 McKay William (Will) JR Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4014/89585%20McKay%20William%20%28Will%29%20JR%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 89585 Williamn McKay Jr response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4014/PDC%20Case%2089585%20Williamn%20McKay%20Jr%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 89585 William McKay JR closed with technical correction.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4014/PDC%20Case%2089585%20William%20McKay%20JR%20closed%20with%20technical%20correction.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/02/2022 03:03:07 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 3718 4548 95138 07/12/2021 09/22/2021 PDC Staff Alex D. Murray Alex D. Murray: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (EY21, GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1The complaints alleged Stan Chalich, a candidate for Central Valley School Board, Position 5, violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by the 2021 campaign.
Based on staff findings and the fact the Campaign promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by the 2021 campaign does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Stan Chalich about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political advertising in the future and expects Chalich to review PDC’s Political Advertising Guide.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At an August 12, 2021 brief enforcement hearing, the Respondent was found t have violated RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file a Campaign Registration (C-1 report) & Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021. The penalty assessed was $500, of which $200 was suspended.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original Order.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for calendar year 2021.
At a May 19, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a $300 penalty, of which $150 is suspended if the conditions of the Order are met. The L-3 report is also due within 30 days.
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At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission modified the penalty as follows: A total civil penalty of $500 was assessed, with $400 suspended, if the non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days of the 11/8/21 Final Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on July 22, 2019. The complaint alleged that Natalie McClendon (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for Whatcom County Council, District 5, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately and completely disclose details of expenditures undertaken by the Campaign, including the number of items printed for printed political advertising and run dates for digital advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide accurate and complete descriptions of expenditures undertaken by the Campaign does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Natalie McClendon made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Natalie McClendon timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
PDC staff is also reminding Natalie McClendon about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of all expenditure details, including the number of items printed for political advertising. PDC staff expects in the future that Natalie McClendon will file complete and accurate reports in accordance with statute and rule.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
7-ELEVEN, INC.,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64875
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
7-Eleven, Inc. on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.603 for failure to attest, by December 31, 2019, to completing Legislative Code of Conduct training as required by the WA State Legislature.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Mary McHale’s lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this (amended) Order, dated 12/22/21.
This case alleged that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021.
At an August 12, 2021 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .205 and assessed a $150 penalty with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order and there are no further violations for 4 years.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
On September 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Elizabeth Hartsoch, a candidate for City Council Member for the City of Bellingham in 2019, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to provide sufficient expenditure details and for failure to report the candidate registration/filing fee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation, and the May and July 2019 C-4 reports filed by Ms. Hartsoch and found that the Campaign, through its consultant, made a $1,302.21 expenditure towards ""pieces of walk literature,"" but failed to include the number of literature materials purchased. Staff also found that the Campaign initially neglected to report the PDC filing fee as required by the law/rule, but later amended both C-4 reports and included the required details.
Staff determined that the noncompliance was a result of a minor error, which the Campaign remedied by filing amended C-4 reports as soon as it received a copy of the complaint. Staff also noted that Ms. Hartsoch is a first-time candidate who does not have any prior violations with the PDC.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Campaign's failure to properly and accurately describe an expenditure and report a contribution for registration fee, is a violation that does not warrant further investigation.
Ms. Hartsoch made a minor or ministerial error(s) on a few expenditures already disclosed on her C-4 reports, which did not materially impact the public interest since the expenditures were timely disclosed on the initial reports, except for the filing fee, which was included after the May 2019 C-4 was amended. After being notified of the error(s) by the PDC, Ms. Hartsoch amended the C-4 reports after four days of receiving the complaint disclosing the proper expenditure descriptions and making the necessary technical corrections.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff found that the Respondent filed five C-3 reports 6-76 days late and six C-4 reports 4-100 days late. Two of the late C-4 reports were for critical reporting periods prior to the General election, and three C-4 reports lacked expenditure details.
The Respondent, who is a first-time candidate, apologized for the unintentional oversight, indicated a willingness to amend reports to resolve noncompliance, and made technical corrections to reports per the PDC's request.
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A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on January 23, 2020, at which time Alma Gottlieb-McHale's lobbying registration was revoked by the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Per the Respondent's request, this case was scheduled for a 1/27/22 Reconsideration Hearing. At the 1/27/22 hearing, the Commission reconsidered the Initial Order and assessed a $500 penalty with none suspended.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission VACATED the finding of a violation and penalty.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$400, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
As a August 12, 2021 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file his Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021. The Commission assessed a civil penalty of $250, with $125 suspended if the non-suspended $125 is paid and F-1 report is filed within 30 days.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
Per the Respondent's request, the case was Reconsidered at a 10/28/21 Commission Mtg., where the Commission modified the penalty as follows: $300 assessed with $200 suspended if non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days of Order.
The penalty in this case has been paid.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The complaint alleged Matthew C. Miller, a 2021 candidate for Anacortes Mayor, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports, specifically the timely reporting of a $1,150 expenditure for billboard design and rental.
In response to the complaint, Miller stated the failure to report the debt on October 12 was “unintentional” stating “We are just a small campaign team, and my wife as Treasurer, we wanted to do everything by the ‘book’ but may have miss-understood exactly when the campaign occurred the ‘debt’ or the precise amount for the billboard.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports, specifically the timely reporting of a $1,150 expenditure for billboard design and rental, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Miller will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Miller will timely and accurately file PDC reports in the future and disclose expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The PDC received a complaint alleging that Mark Emerson (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely register as a candidate within two weeks of becoming a candidate and disclose the campaign’s Treasurer and banking information (depository).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a newly appointed incumbent candidate for election who filed with Elections officials on May 13, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 27, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on August 7, 2019 identifying its Treasurer and depository, which was 72 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The Respondent indicated noncompliance was the result of an oversight, based on the erroneous belief that registering as a candidate with Elections officials and his timely filing of a statement of financial affairs (F-1 report) with the PDC were sufficient. The Respondent made a good-faith effort to resolve noncompliance by filing the C-1 report within 24 hours of being notified.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$400, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At an August 12, 2021 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Respondent was found to have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021. The Presiding Officer assessed a civil penalty of $150 with $50 suspended if non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days of the Order.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
On July 16, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that My-Linh Thai violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint/allegation and determined that Ms. Thai's campaign could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on this review, staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ReviverMx, Inc. completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the L-3 report, due no later than February 28, 2019. The L-3 report was received on February 27, 2020, 364 days beyond the statutory deadline. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $300 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$300, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Roger Lenk and Jerry Martin filed on October 31, 2019. The complaint alleged that Chuck Torelli (Respondent), a 2019 candidate for City Council Member for the City of Kennewick may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to accurately disclose Treasurer performing more than ministerial duties on the Candidate Registration; and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to maintain books of account and make them available for public inspection.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to maintain books of account, current within one business day, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Chuck Torelli about the importance of complete and accurate record-keeping within one business day in the period ten days before an election. PDC staff expects Chuck Torelli to completely document all contribution and expenditure activity in the campaign books of account, and make that information available for public inspection in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and the reporting requirements, including the May 2020 Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) filed by the Committee to Elect Daniel Smith.
Staff found that the expenditures made by Mr. Smith's campaign lacked proper description(s) and break down required by law/rule.
Based on these findings, the staff reminded Mr. Smith about the importance of properly breaking down and describing expenditures in the future as required by law/rule.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/73552 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""73552 Smith Daniel Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3592/73552%20Smith%20Daniel%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73552 Smith Daniel Compliant RESPONSE.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3592/73552%20Smith%20Daniel%20Compliant%20%20RESPONSE.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73552 Daniel Smith Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3592/73552%20Daniel%20Smith%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/04/2020 09:18:53 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3797 3385 60068 11/11/2019 11/11/2019 12/23/2019 Kelly Anderson Tim Larson Larson, Tim: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate w/the PDC, file statement of financial affairs and report contributions & expenditures. (EY '19) (Nov '19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe PDC received a complaint alleging that Tim Larson (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 & .700 by failing to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and timely report contributions & expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a first-time candidate who filed with Elections on May 14, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 28, 2019. The Respondent filed a C-1 and F-1 report with the PDC on December 10, 2019, which is 196 days late.
On his C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
In his response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated he withdrew from the election because he moved out of the district. He reached out the Chelan County Auditor’s Office and was assured his name would not appear on the ballot. Based on this conversation, the Respondent thought he had ceased being a candidate and did not raise or spend any money on his campaign. The Respondent later learned that his name did appear on the ballot and he had won the election. However, due to his move out of the district, the Respondent formally declined to accept the position.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/60068 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""60068 Larson Tim Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3385/60068%20Larson%20Tim%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""60068 Larson Tim Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3385/60068%20Larson%20Tim%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""60068 Larson Tim Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3385/60068%20Larson%20Tim%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/23/2021 05:53:22 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3798 5724 124119 04/12/2023 05/15/2023 PDC Staff Experian Information Solutions Experian Information Solutions: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report (L3 report) for CY 2022 (GE23) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3This Order on Reconsideration will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Initial Hearing Order assessing a $500 civil penalty, with $200 suspended, is MODIFIED as follows:
1. Respondent Tyler Fuller is assessed a total civil penalty of $300, with $200 suspended, on the following conditions:
a. The $100 non-suspended portion of the civil penalties due for violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Final Order.
b. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
2. If the Respondent fails to make timely payment of the non-suspended portion ($100) of the civil penalty in full within 30 days of this order, the suspended civil penalty ($200) shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 29, 2020. The complaint alleged that Lowell Peck, incumbent County Commissioner in Franklin County and candidate for re-election in the 2020 primary and general elections, may have violated RCW 42.17A.335 for sponsoring false statements of endorsement in political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that Mr. Peck believed the endorsement was made by the Tri-Cities Tea Party and that the manner of communication and documentation he received did not lead him to believe the endorsement was false or being sent by unauthorized individuals.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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1. Respondent Marco Gonzales is assessed a total civil penalty of $250, with $250 suspended, on the following conditions:
a. The missing F-1 Report is filed with the PDC within 30 days of the date of this Final Order.
b. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95362 250.00 100.00 100.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""95362 Henry John P 2021 Candidate C-1 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4786/95362%20Henry%20John%20P%202021%20Candidate%20C-1%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""95362 Henry John P EY 21 Candidate C1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4786/95362%20Henry%20John%20P%20EY%2021%20Candidate%20C1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""HENRY JOHN P"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-13"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-13"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-04-12"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/12/2022 03:07:32 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3807 4792 95368 07/13/2021 11/18/2021 PDC Staff MARSHALL ALICE R MARSHALL ALICE R: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95247 250.00 125.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""95247 Dann John EY 21 Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4640/95247%20Dann%20John%20EY%2021%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""95247 Dann John 2021 Candidate F1 Hearing Notice GE2.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4640/95247%20Dann%20John%202021%20Candidate%20F1%20Hearing%20Notice%20GE2.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""DANN JOHN J"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 125.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/22/2021 10:38:14 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3811 3359 59569 11/01/2019 10/31/2019 01/15/2020 Glen Morgan Mia Gregerson Gregerson, Mia (4): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report transfers of funds and expenditures from surplus funds (EY 19; Oct 19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LegislativeThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review two complaints filed by Glen Morgan, PDC Case #59019 filed October 21, 2019 & Case #59569 filed on October 31, 2019. The complaints alleged that Mia Gregerson, a Representative in Legislative District 33 may have violated: (1)RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing expenditures made to political consultant, John Wyble, or WinPower Strategies; (2) RCW 42.17A.430 for misuse of surplus funds; (3) RCW 42.17A.490 for improper transfer of funds received for a 2011 City of SeaTac campaign to a 2014 State Representative campaign; (4) RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to timely and accurately describe expenditures on C-4 reports; and (5) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports disclosing surplus funds.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rep. Gregerson; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The two complaints included six separate allegations in total with some overlapping evidence provided between them. During staff’s review, evidence was found to substantiate two of the allegations in whole and one in part. Rep. Gregerson’s response confirmed that she believed she had improperly used surplus funds in one instance in March 2017 as described in Allegation 2 and she suggested an appropriate remedy. The three expenditure descriptions included in Allegation 4 required edits after the complaint was received, and the receipt of the $10,000 transfer to the Gregerson Surplus Funds Account was disclosed late as described in Allegation 5.
Rep. Gregerson has been a candidate and elected or appointed official since 2007. She promptly responded to the complaints, submitted amendments and provided details regarding missing or otherwise deficient information. It appears that the errors made related to her Surplus Funds Account and the insufficient descriptions provided in her 2016 campaign, were not done to mislead the public or prevent transparency. Rep. Gregerson has not been found in violation of RCW 42.17A within the past five years.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include accurate descriptions for three expenditures in a 2016 campaign, failure to timely file receipt of a transfer into the Gregerson Surplus Funds Account, and a misuse of surplus funds that required reimbursement to correct, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Rep. Gregerson about the importance of including detailed descriptions for all expenditures disclosed on C-4 reports, the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities related to the Surplus Funds Account, and to review all expenditures of surplus funds to ensure they are permissible in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Per the Respondent's request, the Commission reconsidered this case on October 28, 2021 and modified the penalty as follows: $250, with $250 suspended, if the F-1 report is filed within 30 days of the Order.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95308 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""95308 Tsimerman Avrum (Alex) 2021 Candidate F1 Heari.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4724/95308%20Tsimerman%20Avrum%20%28Alex%29%202021%20Candidate%20F1%20Heari.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""95308 Tsimerman Avrum (Alex) EY 21 Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4724/95308%20Tsimerman%20Avrum%20%28Alex%29%20EY%2021%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""TSIMERMAN AVRUM (ALEX)"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-13"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-13"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 02/14/2022 02:32:07 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3824 4730 95313 07/13/2021 11/22/2021 PDC Staff Terry Sapp Terry Sapp: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate F1A complaint was filed alleging that the Seattle Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-based foundation, violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.207 by failing to timely register a statement of organization (PDC Form C-1ic) for four Incidental Committees as required within two weeks for contributions made to four political committees in excess of $25,000, and having received at least one payment in excess of $10,000 in calendar years 2019, 2020 and 2021; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Incidental Committee reports (PDC Form C-8) disclosing the monetary or in-kind contributions made from the Incidental Committee, and the ten largest sources of payments received above $10,000 during the calendar year as required for the sponsor.
The Seattle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-based foundation that was founded in 1946 and “serves as a public charity facilitating and pooling donations used to address community needs and to support local nonprofits.” The Seattle Foundation receives donations from individuals, families, businesses, and other organizations “many of which are maintained in donor advised funds and/or subject to donor-imposed restrictions, such as endowments or scholarships.”
The complaint alleged that the Seattle Foundation (SF) failed to timely register and report as an incidental committee during calendar years 2019 and 2020 for making the following contributions: (1) a $50,000 monetary contribution was reported as having been received from the Seattle Foundation on October 22, 2020, by Yes for Transit, a 2020 local City of Seattle transportation ballot measure; (2) a $50,000 monetary contribution was reported as having been received from the Seattle Foundation on October 21, 2019, by Washington Fairness Coalition; and (3) a $50,000 contribution was reported as having been received from the Seattle Foundation on October 18, 2019, by Keep Washington Rolling.
PDC staff reviewed information on the SF website that included a link to the 2019 Form 990 filed by SF with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and under the Endowment Funds section of the form SF listed a beginning funds balance of more than $328 million.
The information indicated that in 2019, SF received more than $18 million in contributions, more than $61 million in Net Investments, earnings, gains and losses, and received more than $11 million in grants and scholarships. Mr. Maguire stated that SF currently manages more than 1,200 separate and unique funds, which offer “a variety of grantmaking mechanisms, including grantmaking from unrestricted funds, advised funds, designated funds, area of interest funds, scholarship funds, and supporting organizations.”
Mr. Maguire explained that the 1,200 separate funds under SF include four different types of funds including “designated funds”, which are funds established to benefit an identified public charity and may not be used to make political contributions or to contribute to a political committee. SF also has “advised funds,” which are funds from which a donor or designee may recommend distributions for specific charitable purposes or organizations, but funds may not be used to make political contributions or to contribute to a political committee.
Mr. Maguire stated that most of the funds administered by SF “cannot contribute to political committees and are used for charitable purposes” and added that only Area of Interest Funds and Unrestricted Funds may make contributions to political committees. He stated “area of interest funds” are “established to benefit specific charitable purposes, geographic regions, and/or types of charities”, but that there is an exception for an SF donor who completes an SF intake form that allows the donor “the option of creating an Area of Interest Fund.” He stated “unrestricted funds” are funds that are received by the SF but are not subject to the restrictions listed for the other fund types, but he noted that unrestricted funds make up a small percentage or amount of the total donations received by SF.
Mr. Maguire stated that unrestricted funds “are distributed in accordance with the standards and criteria set forth” in SF’s Operating Guidelines that includes prioritizing “certain community charitable needs in Washington, and specifically in King County.” He stated that while a donor may indicate the donor’s preference for an area of interest fund, all decisions about the donor’s gift are made relying on SF’s “extensive experience and reach with the community to know which needs are most pressing within your stated interest area(s). Accordingly, donors may not direct the funds to any particular recipient only indicate broad areas of interest.”
Mr. Maguire confirmed SF made three contributions to the political committee and ballot measure committees listed in the complaint, and all three were made from different SF Area of Interest funds. In addition, Mr. Maguire acknowledged that the Seattle Foundation made a fourth contribution during calendar year 2021, from the same area of interest fund that made a contribution during calendar year 2020, as outlined below. The SF area of interest funds that made contributions to political committee or ballot measure committees included the following:
1. SF’s Climate Justice Area of Interest fund (CJF): CJF made a $50,000 monetary contribution to Keep Washington Rolling on October 18, 2019. Mr. Maguire stated that CJF was created by SF in 2019, to develop strategies and partnerships to address and decrease the effects of climate change on low-income people and communities of color. He stated CJF exists to align SF’s philanthropic efforts towards “increasing climate justice for the most vulnerable communities.” He stated that CJF received $265 in new donations during 2019, with the remainder of the funding coming from SF interfund transfers of $254,250 from funds which were created prior to calendar year 2019, and that the gifts had not been designated or earmarked for political contributions.
Mr. Maguire stated that the $254,250 included a total of $54,500 received by CJF prior to making the contribution from eight donor advised fund (DAF) transfers, for an average of $6,813 per transfer, and $199,750 from ten interfund DAF transfers for an average of $19,975, received after October 18, 2019. He stated CCI also received $554,000 as an interfund transfer from an area of interest fund prior to the contribution being made.
Mr. Maguire further stated that after October 18, 2019, CJF received: (1) a $265 online contribution through the SF website; (2) a $25,000 individual gift received on December 31, 2019; and (3) a $150,000 interfund transfer of an unrestricted bequest received post 10/18. SF listed that CJF made $610,000 in total expenditures and disbursements in CY 2020, which included the $50,000 monetary contribution made to Keep Washington Rolling, as well as the following: (1) $100,000 to the Transportation Choices Coalition; (2) $75,000 each to Na'ah Illahee Fund and Duwamish River Clean; and (3) $50,000 each to 350 Seattle, Got Green, and the WA Environmental Council.
2. SF’s Catalyzing Community Impact fund (CCI): CCI made a $50,000 monetary contribution to Washington Fairness Coalition on October 21, 2019. Mr. Maguire stated that CCI was created by SF in 2019, to develop strategies and partnerships where people live to increase local civic participation, leadership and community organizing efforts. He stated CCI received $5 in donations through SF’s website in 2019, with the remainder of funding, totaling $147,000, coming from SF interfund transfers of gifts that had been received in previous years and were not designated or earmarked for political contributions.
Mr. Maguire stated that the $147,000 included $47,000 in funds received by CCI prior to making the contribution from five DAF transfers for an average of $9,400 per transfer, and $100,000 from six interfund DAF transfers for an average of $16,667, that was received after October 18, 2019. He stated CCI also received $58,995 as an interfund transfer from an area of interest fund prior to the Washington Fairness Coalition contribution being made, and a $150,000 interfund transfer of an unrestricted bequest received by SF in 2017 and transferred after the contribution had been made.
SF listed that CCI made $50,750 in total expenditures and disbursements in CY 2020 that included the $50,000 monetary contribution made to Washington Fairness Coalition and three $250 grants to Eastside Pathways, India Association of Western WA, and Latino Community Fund.
3. SF’s Civic Leadership Area of Interest fund 2020 (2020 CLF): 2020 CLF made a $50,000 monetary contribution to Yes for Transit on October 22, 2020, as disclosed by the ballot committee. Mr. Maguire stated that the CLF fund was created in 2017, received most of its funding during calendar years 2017- 2020, and listed more than $392,000 as the starting fund balance as of January 1, 2020.
During calendar year 2020, 2020 CLF received $31,728 in donations from 86 donors through the SF website; $4,000 in DAF grant transfers; $1,150 through an employee giving program; $1,000 as a corporate gift; and a $25,000 individual gift received on December 31, 2020. Mr. Maguire stated that the 2020 CLF did receive one donation/gift more than $10,000 after it made the $50,000 contribution to Yes for Transit 2020, the $25,000 gift listed above.
SF stated that 2020 CLF made $58,000 in total expenditures and disbursements in CY 2020 that included the $50,000 monetary contribution made to Yes for Transit, and an $8,000 grant that was “made to Byrd Barr Place to support research on Black-led organizations.”
4. SF’s Civic Leadership Area of Interest fund 2021 (2021 CLF): 2021 CLF made a $40,000 monetary contribution to Best Starts for Kids, a 2021 local ballot committee supporting a King County levy to benefit children on the August 3, 2021, primary election ballot. The beginning balance of the 2021 CLF was $397,327.96 as a January 1, 2021, and during the year the fund received a $150,000 “Interfund Transfer (Interest from per-existing funds Area of Interest and Community Funds”; a total of $9,754 in “New Gifts” through the SF website from 41 donors; and a $2,000 DAF Grant Transfer from one donor.
Mr. Maguire noted that after making the $40,000 contribution to Best Start for Kids, the 2021 CLF “paused all grant-making until the incidental committee registration and reporting issue is resolved with the PDC.”
On March 4, 2022, SF filed four Incidental Committee Registrations (C-1ic reports) and four Incidental Committee reports (C-8 report) disclosing information for four SF Area of Interest Funds for calendar years 2019 through 2021 for CJF, CCI, 2020 CLF and 2021 CLF.
For calendar year 2019, CJF was required to file a C-1ic report within two weeks of making the $50,000 contribution to Keep Washington Rolling or no later than November 1, 2019. In addition, CJF was required to file a C-8 report no later than November 1, 2019, disclosing the $50,000 contribution made to Keep Washington Rolling, and the top 10 largest sources of payments of more than $10,000.
For calendar year 2019, CCI was required to file a C-1ic within two weeks of making the $50,000 contribution to the Washington Fairness Coalition or no later than November 4, 2019. In addition, CCI was required to file a C-8 report no later than November 4, 2019, disclosing the $50,000 contribution to the Washington Fairness Coalition, and the top 10 largest sources of payments of more than $10,000.
For calendar year 2020, based on the date 2020 CLF made the $50,000 contribution to the 2020 Yes for Transit Committee, a C-1ic report was required to have been filed within two weeks of making the contribution or no later than November 5, 2020. In addition, 2020 CLF was required to file a C-8 report no later than December 10, 2020, disclosing the $50,000 contribution made to Yes for Transit, and the top 10 largest sources of payments of more than $10,000.
For calendar year 2021, based on the date 2021 CLF made the $40,000 contribution to Best Starts for Kids, a C-1ic was required to have been filed by CLF 2021 within two weeks of making the contribution or no later than August 6, 2021. In addition, 2021 CLF was required to file a C-8 report no later than September 10, 2021, disclosing the $40,000 contribution made to Best Starts for Kids, and the top 10 largest sources of payments of more than $10,000.
On April 13, 2022, PDC staff received a Statement of Understanding (SOU) completed by the Seattle Foundation acknowledging a total of eight violations and paying a civil penalty of $1,000 in accordance with WAC 390-17-143, the Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule that included:
(1) a $500 penalty for four violations of RCW 42.17A.207, $125 for each violation, for failing to timely register four statements of organization (PDC Form C-1ic) for four incidental committees as required for contributions made during calendar years 2019, 2020, and 2021; and
(2) a $500 penalty for four violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, $125 for each violation, for failing to timely file incidental committee reports (C-8 reports) for four incidental committees as required for contributions made during calendar years 2019, 2020, and 2021.
Staff’s findings include that: (1) this was the initial complaint and first formal investigation conducted by PDC staff in which penalties are being assessed concerning an Incidental Committee since the statute took effect in 2019; (2) the funds received or collected by the Seattle Foundation prior to January 1, 2019, and that were part of an interfund transfer that occurred after that date, were not subject to the Top 10 disclosure requirement since they were received prior to the statute’s effective date; (3) the Seattle Foundation had no filing requirements with the PDC prior to 2019 as a political committee; (4) the Seattle Foundation has no prior PDC violations nor complaints previously filed against them; and (5) the Seattle Foundation fully cooperated throughout staff’s review and subsequent investigation.
The Seattle Foundation completed the SOU, acknowledged eight separate PDC violations and paid a $1,000 civil penalty to resolve the allegations concerning the four late filed C-1ic Incidental Committee registrations and the four late filed C-8 Incidental Committee reports.
Based on these findings staff determined in this instance, the facts do not warrant further investigation or any additional enforcement action. However, PDC staff is reminding the Seattle Foundation about the importance of timely filing incidental committee registrations, reporting and disclosure, and to comply with the incidental committee reporting requirements in the future, should additional contributions be made.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations against the Seattle Foundation, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Danny Herrera, a 2021 candidate for Yakima City Council, Position 2, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact that Herrera is a first-time candidate, timely registered and filed his F-1 report, there is no apparent intent to conceal candidacy, and the candidate promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Danny Herrera will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Danny Herrera will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact that Johnson is a first-time candidate and took prompt action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely file the F-1 and timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Samuel Johnson about the importance of timely filing the F-1 and timely and accurately filing the required PDC reports, including the required expenditure detail, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact Olow is a first-time candidate and refunded the contributions when notified of the requirement, staff has determined in this instance, the Campaign’s acceptance of contributions more than $1,000 from an individual does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation
PDC staff is reminding Shukri Olow about the importance of not accepting over-limit contributions and PDC staff expects the Campaign will not accept any contributions exceeding the contribution limits in the future, as required by law.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The political advertisement provided as part of the complaint: (1) was a joint mailer that included photographs of Tosh Sharp and Dennis Martinez; (2) provided information concerning both candidates’ shared vision for the city of Tukwila; and (3) featured both Mr. Sharp and Mr. Martinez equally as candidates. The joint mailer included Mr. Martinez’s name and the Campaign PO Box in the return address area of the joint mailer.
The joint mailer did not meet the political advertisement requirements by including the required sponsor identification (sponsor ID) for both candidates. The sponsor ID requirements include the words ""Paid for"" or ""Sponsored by"" followed by each candidate’s name and mailing address; appears on the first page of the mailer; and that it is printed in at least ten-point type and set apart from any other printed content.
Mr. Sharp stated he did not realize he needed to include the words ""Paid For"" on the joint mailer his Campaign co-sponsored with Mr. Martinez. He stated that he normally has his Campaign’s literature “done through another printer and this mailer was done with a new printer. So, it totally slipped my mind.” He stated that his “intent with this mailer was to express my campaign message and also assist my friend with his campaign by dividing the cost equally between us.”
Mr. Sharp stated the joint mailer was for approximately 2,900 mail pieces, that the Renton Printery invoice was forwarded to his treasurer, and the “charge will be captured and added to my PDC report.” PDC staff reviewed the amended 7-Day Pre-General Election Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures report (C-4 report) that was filed by the Campaign on October 28, 2021, and found the Campaign disclosed a $1,593.18 order placed with Renton Printery for the costs of the joint or dual mailer. Both Mr. Sharp and Mr. Martinez were billed separately for their respective portions of the joint mailer costs.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegations concerning the failure to include the required sponsor ID for both candidates on the joint political advertisement do not amount to a violation warranting investigation or further enforcement action.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Tosh Sharp will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to include the required sponsor identification on political advertising co-sponsored by his Campaign along with another candidate. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Tosh Sharp will in the future include the complete sponsor identification on all future political advertisements as required by law, including joint candidate mailers. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on October 21, 2019. The complaint alleged that Brandi Peetz, a Candidate for City Council Member for City of Spokane Valley may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing debts and obligations undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-4 report reflecting debt and obligation undertaken by the campaign does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Brandi Peetz about the importance of the timely disclosure of all debts and obligations undertaken by the campaign and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC staff findings, the fact Soleil Lewis is a first-time candidate, the items were paid for from personal funds with no intent to conceal the contributor and Lewis promptly took action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Soleil Lewis about the importance of timely registering with the PDC and filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ELIZABETH RICHER
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.615
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/09/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.615: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-095 450.00 350.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""20200131180634.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2613/20200131180634.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13-047 Richer Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABETH RICHER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-08"", ""amount"" : 450.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 350.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2020 03:38:24 PM 3850 4498 95088 07/12/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff Amira Sam V Amira Sam V: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on October 3, 2019. The complaint alleged that Sofia Aragon (Respondent), a Candidate for City Council Member for City of Burien may have violated RCW 42.17A.430 for prohibited distribution of funds from one candidate or candidate committee to another candidate or candidate committee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there does not appear to be evidence that supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/58200 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""58200 Aragon Sofia Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3271/58200%20Aragon%20Sofia%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""58200 Aragon Sofia (2) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3271/58200%20Aragon%20Sofia%20%282%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""58200 Aragon Sofia (2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3271/58200%20Aragon%20Sofia%20%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/07/2019 03:18:29 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 3859 4534 95124 07/12/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff PETER A BROWNING PETER A BROWNING: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $400, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At an August 12, 2021 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), covering the prior twelve months, within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021. A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended if the F-1 report is filed and the non-suspended $100 penalty is paid within 30 days of the September 13, 2021 Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95248 250.00 100.00 100.00 150.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""95248 - Burk - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4641/95248%20-%20Burk%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""95248 - Burk - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""95248 Burk Dave EY 21 Candidate F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4641/95248%20Burk%20Dave%20EY%2021%20Candidate%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dave Burk"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-13"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-13"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-07"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 02/14/2022 01:46:40 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3885 4495 95085 07/12/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff Fred L. Gillings Fred L. Gillings: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Judicial Candidate C1The complaint alleged Anthony Sandoval, a 2021 candidate for Yakima City Council, Position 4, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Anthony Sandoval will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Anthony Sandoval will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, reporting requirements and the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete and accurate sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Luis Berbesi about the importance of disclosing complete and accurate sponsor identification on political advertising, including name and address of sponsor, in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/59226 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""59226 Berbesi Luis Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3322/59226%20Berbesi%20Luis%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""59226 Berbesi Luis Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3322/59226%20Berbesi%20Luis%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""59226 Berbesi Luis Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3322/59226%20Berbesi%20Luis%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/15/2019 04:00:41 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3888 3722 77318 09/12/2020 09/12/2020 10/26/2020 Norman Smith Paul Mahre Mahre, Paul (3): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately and completely report expenditure details (EY 20; Sep 20) WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 2, 2020. The complaint alleged that Portland Vancouver Junction Railroad (PVJR), a lobbyist employer during calendar year 2020, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.255 for failure to report the value of independent expenditures for political advertising; and (2) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by President Eric Temple, on behalf of PVJR (the “Respondent); and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the posts referenced in the complaint did not meet the statutory definition of political advertisement and therefore did not require PVJR to include sponsor identification. In addition, staff did not find evidence that the posts were independent expenditures reportable under RCW 42.17A.255.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Radona (Liz) Devereaux on August 6, 2019, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on August 20, 2019, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report) as a candidate for the 2019 election cycle, disclosing campaign information and financial activities for the previous 12 calendar months. The F-1 report was due to be filed within two weeks of declaring candidacy, or not later than May 27, 2019,
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Vice-Chair David Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
ORDER
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
WARNING
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Radona (Liz) Devereaux will receive a formal written warning concerning your failure to report contributions and expenditures as required of a candidate running for election to public office. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Radona (Liz) Devereaux timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Yonzon filed the C-4 report for May 2021 on July 2, 2021. This report was filed 22 days late. Yonzon filed the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary C-4 reports timely. Yonzon mistakenly filed a 2021 post-primary report on July 9, 2021 and indicated to PDC staff the report will be amended on its due date, September 10, 2021.
Based on these findings, and the fact that is a first-time candidate and there is no apparent intent to conceal candidacy or contributors, the candidate promptly took action to comply and timely filed both the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary C-4 reports, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely register with the PDC and timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding about the importance of timely registering with the PDC and filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, of which $50 is suspended. The non-suspended $100 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91580 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91580 Washington Clean Energy Company LLC 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4023/91580%20Washington%20Clean%20Energy%20Company%20LLC%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91580 Washington Clean Energy Company LLC 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4023/91580%20Washington%20Clean%20Energy%20Company%20LLC%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Washington Clean Energy Company LLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/23/2021 09:29:37 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3896 4028 91586 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff VAAGEN BROTHERS LUMBER INC VAAGEN BROTHERS LUMBER INC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, of which $50 is suspended. The non-suspended $100 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91586 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91586 Vaagen Brothers Lumber Inc 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4028/91586%20Vaagen%20Brothers%20Lumber%20Inc%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""91586 VAAGEN BROTHERS LUMBER INC 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4028/91586%20VAAGEN%20BROTHERS%20LUMBER%20INC%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""VAAGEN BROTHERS LUMBER INC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/23/2021 09:30:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3897 3601 73784 07/13/2020 07/13/2020 08/21/2020 Glen Morgan Hollie Huthman Huthman, Hollie: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700, .710 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) (EY20, July 20) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalOn July 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Hollie Huthman may have violated RCW 42.17A.700(2) for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement report (F-1) by April 15, 2020.
Staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirements, including the response submitted by Hollie Huthman.
Staff found that Ms. Huthman failed to file his F-1 report by April 15, 2020, as required by law. However, she did file the F-1 report on August 10, 2020, six days after the 2020 Primary Election.
Based on these findings, the staff issued a formal written warning to Ms.Huthman for failure to timely file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) report.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/73784 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""73784 Huthman Hollie Complaint Return Letter..pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3601/73784%20Huthman%20Hollie%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter..pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""73784 Huthman Hollie Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3601/73784%20Huthman%20Hollie%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/14/2020 12:09:49 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 3898 4033 91597 05/28/2021 09/21/2021 PDC Staff Washington Court Reporters Association Washington Court Reporters Association: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 & 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $500 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the August 26, 2021 Reconsideration hearing, the Commission granted the Request for Reconsideration and modified the Initial Order. The original $500 civil penalty assessed at the July 1, 2021 Brief Enforcement Hearing in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 is modified to a $500 civil penalty with $300 suspended. The $200 non-suspended portion of the penalty is due within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91597 500.00 300.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91597 WA Court Reporters Assn Recon Final Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4033/91597%20WA%20Court%20Reporters%20Assn%20Recon%20Final%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91597 WA Court Reporters Assoc 2019 _ 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4033/91597%20WA%20Court%20Reporters%20Assoc%202019%20_%202020%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91597 Washington Court Reporters Association 2019 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4033/91597%20Washington%20Court%20Reporters%20Association%202019%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Washington Court Reporters Association"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-21"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.630"", ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$500 penalty w/ $300 suspended & if $200 paid within 30 days"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-30"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/30/2021 03:29:32 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3899 4038 91604 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff ANTI SMOKING ALLIANCE DBA PINK LUNG BRIGADE ANTI SMOKING ALLIANCE DBA PINK LUNG BRIGADE: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91604 250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91604 ANTI SMOKING ALLIANCE DBA PINK LUNG BRIGADE 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4038/91604%20ANTI%20SMOKING%20ALLIANCE%20DBA%20PINK%20LUNG%20BRIGADE%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91604 Anti Smoking Alliance DBA Pink Lung Brigade 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4038/91604%20Anti%20Smoking%20Alliance%20DBA%20Pink%20Lung%20Brigade%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANTI SMOKING ALLIANCE DBA PINK LUNG BRIGADE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/10/2021 04:44:16 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3900 4042 91608 05/28/2021 12/01/2021 PDC Staff Aristocrat Technologies, Inc. Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91608 250.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91608 Aristocrat Technologies, Inc 2019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4042/91608%20Aristocrat%20Technologies%2C%20Inc%202019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91608 Aristocrat Technologies Inc 2019 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4042/91608%20Aristocrat%20Technologies%20Inc%202019%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Aristocrat Technologies, Inc."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-12-16"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/20/2022 02:32:54 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3901 4044 91611 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff THE KUSHERY THE KUSHERY: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 & 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $500 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91611 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91611 The Kushery 2019 & 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4044/91611%20The%20Kushery%202019%20%26%202020%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91611 The Kushery 2019 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4044/91611%20The%20Kushery%202019%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""The Kushery"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-03-08"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/14/2022 03:36:07 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3902 4047 91614 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff Stride, Inc. Stride, Inc.: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91614 250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91614 Stride Inc 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4047/91614%20Stride%20Inc%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""91614 Stride, Inc 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4047/91614%20Stride%2C%20Inc%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Stride, Inc."", ""address"" : ""2300 Corporate Park Dr., Ste 200 Herndon, VA 20171"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Viol of .630 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 02/01/2023 12:17:21 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3903 4049 91617 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff SPRINT NEXTEL SPRINT NEXTEL: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91617 250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91617 SPRINT NEXTEL 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4049/91617%20SPRINT%20NEXTEL%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91617 Sprint Nextel 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4049/91617%20Sprint%20Nextel%202020%20%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""SPRINT NEXTEL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/10/2021 04:45:55 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3904 4572 95162 07/12/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff Anne Larsen Anne Larsen: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91624 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91624 SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4055/91624%20SIGNATURE%20HEALTHCARE%20SERVICES%20LLC%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91624 Signature Healthcare Services LLC 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4055/91624%20Signature%20Healthcare%20Services%20LLC%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/10/2021 04:46:22 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3907 4060 91629 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff Seattle Children's Museum Seattle Children's Museum: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 & 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $500 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91629 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91629 Seattle Children's Museum 2019 & 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4060/91629%20Seattle%20Children%27s%20Museum%202019%20%26%202020%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91629 Seattle Childrens Museum 2019 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4060/91629%20Seattle%20Childrens%20Museum%202019%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Seattle Children's Museum"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-30"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/30/2021 03:46:38 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3908 4061 91630 05/28/2021 07/30/2021 PDC Staff Cigar Assn of WA Cigar Assn of WA: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $500 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
At the August 26, 2021 Reconsideration hearing, the Commission granted the Request for Reconsideration and modified the Initial Order. The original $250 civil penalty assessed at the July 1, 2021 Brief Enforcement Hearing in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 is modified to a $150 civil penalty with $100 suspended. The $50 non-suspended portion of the penalty is due within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91640 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91640 Puppyland Recon Final Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4071/91640%20Puppyland%20Recon%20Final%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91640 Puppyland 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4071/91640%20Puppyland%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91640 Puppyland 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4071/91640%20Puppyland%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Puppyland"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-09-21"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-10-21"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.630"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$150 penalty w/ $100 suspended & if $50 paid within 30 days"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-27"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/27/2021 12:18:18 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3913 4072 91641 05/28/2021 08/02/2021 PDC Staff Puget Sound Car Wash Association Puget Sound Car Wash Association: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the PresidingOfficer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91641 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91641 Puget Sound Car Wash Association 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4072/91641%20Puget%20Sound%20Car%20Wash%20Association%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91641 Puget Sound Car Wash Association 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4072/91641%20Puget%20Sound%20Car%20Wash%20Association%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Puget Sound Car Wash Association"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/23/2021 09:39:58 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3914 3218 57140 09/06/2019 09/06/2019 11/04/2019 Glen Morgan Debbie Bertlin Bertlin, Debbie (3): Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public email to support candidate's own election campaign (EY 19; Sep 19) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Local "On September 6, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Deborah Bertlin, the incumbent mayor for the City of Mercer Island and a candidate for City Council Member for the City of Mercer Island in 2019, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing the City of Mercer Island email to support her own election campaign.
Staff reviewed the allegation listed int he complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statute, rules, and PDC Interpretation 04-02 ""Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns,"" and the response from Mayor Bertlin's counsel.
Staff found that the email sent by Mayor Bertlin to two City employees on June 30, 2019, was sent for the purpose of furthering her political campaign. Her email to the two City employees asking for the City's policy was in response/follow-up to a question that the primary candidates had been asked by a reporter and was therefore sent in Mayor Bertlin's role or capacity as political campaign candidate as opposed to her capacity as the Mayor.
While Mayor Bertlin used her City of Mercer Island email to further or assist her political campaign as political candidate in 2019, this shortcoming is mitigated by (1) No prior PDC violations; and (2) Her dual role or capacity as a Mayor and Candidate overlapped and caused the Mayor to send the email to staff using her City issued email account instead of her dedicated campaign email account or a private email account.
PDC staff reminded Mayor Bertlin about the importance of not using the City of Mercer Island's email account to assist her political campaign in the future.
Based on these findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/57140 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""57140 Bertlin Debbie (3) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3218/57140%20Bertlin%20Debbie%20%283%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""57140 Bertlin Deborah Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3218/57140%20Bertlin%20Deborah%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""57140 Bertlin Debbie (3) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3218/57140%20Bertlin%20Debbie%20%283%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/07/2019 11:07:02 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 3915 4080 91650 05/28/2021 08/02/2021 PDC Staff Ice Floe LLC Ice Floe LLC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s request to change reporting options; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, exceeding the limitations of the Mini Reporting option without prior written authorization from the PDC does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Thomas Moak completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of WAC 390-16-125 for exceeding the limitations of the Mini Reporting option without prior written authorization from the PDC. The $150 penalty assessed resolved the allegations in this complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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On July 2, 2020, Our Region PAC filed a Registration with the PDC disclosing that it was a Continuing Political Committee selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Jon Petit as President and as a Ministerial Treasurer. On July 13, 2020, Our Region PAC (ORP) filed two C-3 reports disclosing a $10,000 contribution had been received from Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC - Region PAC on July 10, 2020, and that a $100 monetary loan had been received from Jon Petit.
On July 15, 2020, ORP timely filed a C-6 report checking box #2 for an independent expenditure advertisement made within 21 days of an election, disclosing a $5,120.60 expenditure for a mailing presented to the public on July 15, 2020, in support of Bud Blake a candidate for Thurston County Commission. On August 6, 2020, ORP filed a C-6 report checking box #2 for an independent expenditure advertisement made within 21 days of an election, disclosing a $3,762.56 expenditure for a mailing presented to the public on August 6, in support of Bud Blake a candidate for Thurston County Commission.
Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC - Region PAC (REGION) is a Continuing Political Committee that was formed in February of 2019, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing David K. Toyer as Committee Manager and Treasurer. You alleged that ORP failed to include two 2019 REGION contributors, Northpoint Development and Art by Nature, Inc. in the sponsor identification for the 2020 independent expenditures.
The complete sponsor identification in the ORP independent expenditure advertisements stated: “No candidate authorized this ad, it is paid for by Our Region PAC….Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (REGION PAC) top 5 donors are Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (REGION PAC), top 3 individuals donors to PAC contributors are Universal Land Construction co, Gibson Traffic Consultants, and The Gordon Company, Inc.”
On October 22, 2020, ORP amended its Committee Registration to state: “Our Region PAC, Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood (ORPAC).”
Staff’s review found that at the time of the 2020 independent expenditure advertisements were prepared by ORP, REGION’s top three contributors for calendar year 2020 included a $2,500 monetary contribution from Gibson Traffic Consultants (June 2, 2020); a $2,500 monetary contribution from Universal Land Construction Company, Inc (June 10, 2020); and a $2,000 monetary contribution from The Gordon Company, Inc. (June 24, 2020). The review confirmed the allegation that ORP failed to include two 2019 REGION contributors, Northpoint Development, for a $7,500 monetary contribution received by REGION on October 15, 2019; and Art by Nature, Inc., for a $5,000 monetary contribution received by REGION on November 14, 2019, in the sponsor identification.
While the independent expenditure advertisements printed and distributed by ORP did include Top five and Top three contributor information, ORP’s review only included 2020 contributors and failed to include a look back into REGION’s 2019 contributors to cover the required 12-month period referenced in the statute and rule. However, staff did find there were several mitigating factors concerning the allegations listed in the two complaints you filed that included ORP being a first-time political committee with an inexperienced Treasurer, and that the ORP independent expenditure advertisements correctly identified the sponsor in the advertisements by stating in part of the sponsor identification ""Sponsored by Responsible Economic Growth in Our Neighborhood PAC (REGON).”
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence that would constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. However, staff is reminding Our Region PAC and Mr. Pettit to be aware of the sponsorship requirements in the naming of a political committee, as well as the sponsor identification requirements for independent expenditure advertising to include the Top five and Top three contributors for the previous 12 months, for any political committees he is involved with in the future.
The PDC has dismissed these two complaints, PDC Cases 74713 and 77585, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the applicable statute(s), rule(s), and the reporting requirements, including the response submitted by George Bridges.
Staff found that Mr. Bridges failed to file his F-1 report by April 15, 2020, as required by law. However, he did file the F-1 report on July 16, 2020.
Based on these findings, the staff formally warned Mr. Bridges for failure to timely file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) report.
Based on the above findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91662 250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91662 Millenium Bulk Terminals 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4091/91662%20Millenium%20Bulk%20Terminals%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""91662 MILLENIUM BULK TERMINALS 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4091/91662%20MILLENIUM%20BULK%20TERMINALS%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Millennium Bulk Terminals"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/24/2021 09:48:40 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 3926 3549 67094 03/17/2020 03/17/2020 03/25/2020 Norman Smith Phyllis Kardos Kardos, Phyllis: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertisements (EY20, Mar 20) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Norman Smith filed on March 17, 2020. The complaint alleged that Phyllis Kardos (Respondent), a candidate for County Commissioner for Pend Oreille County may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose sponsor information on political advertisement does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Phyllis Kardos about the importance of the proper and full disclosure of sponsor identification on political advertisements in accordance with the statutes and rules in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations. Staff’s review found the following:
The Respondent is a candidate who filed with Elections officials on May 17, 2019 and was therefore required to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks, or no later than May 31, 2019.
The Respondent filed an F-1 report with the PDC on June 20, 2019, which is 20 days late. The Respondent filed a C-1 report with the PDC on September 1, 2019, which is 93 days late. On the C-1 report, the Respondent selected the Mini-reporting Option, whereby a candidate’s campaign is not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports with the PDC if they raise & spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
In his response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated noncompliance was due to a medical emergency.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely register as a candidate and file a statement of financial affairs does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely filing all future PDC reports. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Megan Dunn about the importance of the timely, complete and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely, complete and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 9, 2020, the Tana Senn Surplus Funds account filed a C-4 report for June of 2020, disclosing $1,524.50 in surplus funds expenditures were made during June that included a $1,000 contribution made to the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee on June 11, 2020.
According to its website, the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee (Committee) is made up of regional Democratic Party organizations that supports “Democratic party building efforts” for four legislative district organizations in East King County. The Committee works collaboratively with the 5th, 41st, 45th and 48th Legislative District Democratic organizations, and the Committee’s leadership consists of each of the four Chairs of those East King County Legislative District Democratic organizations.
Representative Senn and her Treasurer both “mistakenly believed it was a political party and not a PAC (and therefore a permissible use of the funds). It was not until reading the complaint that we realized our mistake, and a request was immediately made for the refund of the donation.”
The $1,000 contribution made using surplus funds was refunded by the Committee and received and deposited by the Tana Senn Surplus funds account on July 23, 2020. A C-3 report was filed by the Tana Senn Surplus funds account on July 24, 2020, disclosing the receipt and deposit of the $1,000 refund of contribution from the Committee as July 23, 2020.
Staff found that while the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committeehas a direct nexus to the 5th, 41st, 45th and 48th Legislative District Democratic organizations since the Chairs are its Officers, the surplus fund expenditure was not made to a bona fide political party committee. The $1,000 contribution was timely refunded by the Eastside Democratic Dinner Committee, and staff’s review indicated the contribution had not been spent prior to being refunded.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Staff is reminding Representative Senn concerning the importance of carefully reviewing expenditures made from the surplus funds account to make sure all expenditures are permissible in accordance with RCW 42.17A.430, especially contributions made to political party organizations. The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a May 19, 2022 brief enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .630 and assessed a civil penalty of $250, of which $100 is suspended if the conditions of the Order are timely met. The missing report is also required within 30 days.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the allegation does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff has provided a reminder to Richard Kuss about the importance of disclosing party preference on political advertising according to requirements outlined in RCW 42.17A.320. PDC staff expects in the future that the candidate will make his party preference clearly identifiable on all political advertising prior to it being made public in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95350 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""95350 - Keith - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4773/95350%20-%20Keith%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""95350 - Keith - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""95350 Keith Christi Diane 2021 Candidate F1 Hearing .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4773/95350%20Keith%20Christi%20Diane%202021%20Candidate%20F1%20Hearing%20.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Christi Diane Keith"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""sou"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/06/2021 12:11:46 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3939 6877 154816 10/26/2023 10/25/2023 07/18/2024 Conner Edwards Jennifer Bumpus Jennifer Bumpus: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (OCT23 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on October 23, 2019. The complaint alleged that Safer Spokane (Respondent), a 2017 single-year political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting over-limit anonymous contributions; and RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to disclose the number of items printed for expenditures for political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose the number of items printed for political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Safer Spokane about the importance of the timely, complete, and accurate disclosure of all expenditure details. PDC staff expects full disclosure of expenditure details in accordance with PDC laws and rules in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555 no public facilities can be used by or authorized to be used directly or indirectly by any local elected or appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
On February 23, 2022 PDC staff requested a complete copy of the February 2021-2022 RSD Newsletter that was promptly provided by Superintendent Young that same day along with a response to staff’s follow up questions. Superintendent Young stated the newsletter is a regularly scheduled monthly publication and that the February 2021-22 edition was produced at its regular time. He stated there have been occasions when the district decided to not print or mail the newsletter, but otherwise it is a monthly newsletter.
PDC staff reviewed the nine-page newsletter and found the February 2021-2022 edition contained a number of articles and photographs from several teachers that included: Elementary Technology, Welding Program/ Middle School Shop Class, Communities in Schools, Music Corner, Sports Information, Mini Cheer Camp, Republic Life Skills Class, Girls Club, and Weight Class. Superintendent Young stated that RSD staff and students “are invited to share information with our community in our monthly newsletters.”
Superintendent Young stated that he and the district recently became “aware of a staff member mentioning support for an upcoming levy in the newsletter. This should have been picked up by myself, or another staff member before sending this to print/mail. The district is aware that it can share information, but not actively campaign and seek support for ‘yes votes’.”
Staff’s review of the newsletter found the following information on page four of the newsletter under the heading “MUSIC CORNER” which stated: We have a levy that is being voted on in April. It is a levy that we currently have and it funds our music program and athletic program. Over half of my band kids are also involved in some kind of sport. They work hard. They practice their sport and practice their musical instruments and work hard in school. Please consider supporting the levy this April. Sara Cromwell” “Winterfest 2022. Republic band students put on a great show. We had several teachers talking to the community in search of support for the upcoming School Levy in April.”
Superintendent Young stated the newsletter is distributed to residents of the RSD through the US Postal Service and it is sent to all physical addresses and post office boxes as noted in the complaint. He stated in his initial email that the RSD, which he is ultimately responsible for the actions “did not properly proofread material provided for the district newsletter. I agree this is a violation and we are taking corrective measures to ensure it does not happen again. Clearly, we had an employee who didn't understand the rules around Levy elections and we also missed the mark in proofreading what was sent out to families.”
Superintendent Young stated that the Republic School District has enacted corrective actions and measures to ensure this will not happen again, that includes having “two different staff members in the district office proofread monthly newsletters” and to “notify the person creating the newsletter of campaign rules.” In addition, he stated the RSD will “notify all staff of the requirements regarding school elections and allowable activities if they want to support the levy outside of their work hours and not using any school facility or supplies.”
Superintendent Young apologized for the mistake, stated that he and RSD were looking forward to moving on from this, and that the inclusion of the statements from Ms. Cromwell “was an unintentional oversight that will not happen again.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC is issuing a formal written warning to Superintendent Kevin Young concerning the prohibitions of using Republic School District facilities and resources, including allowing comments to be made in the RSD newsletter in support of or opposition to any candidate, or ballot proposition. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Superintendent Young will follow through on the corrective action and measures as noted in his response, particularly the notification of RSD staff and teachers concerning the prohibitions and restrictions found in PDC Interpretation #01-03, Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns.
Superintendent Young will be advised that the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
The complaint alleged Jon A. Lind, a 2020 candidate for Pacific County Commissioner, position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to identify a party preference on political advertising, specifically political signs.
Lind responded to the PDC on July 21, 2020, stating “I appreciate the notification of the failure to disclose my party preference on the yard signs. I have updated all yards signs to include my party preference using the abbreviation “Ind”. I’m also including a picture of the sign that Carol Ham identified as reference. Please be assured that I have included that same “Ind” party preference on all signs.”
Based on these findings, and the fact Lind is a first-time candidate and updated the signs as soon as notified of the requirement, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include party identification does not amount a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lind about the importance of identifying the party preference on all political advertising in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by Clean Air Clean Energy Washington found the committee could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95361 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""95361 - Karnofski - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4785/95361%20-%20Karnofski%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""95361 - Karnofski - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""95361 Henry Karnofski 2021 Candidate C-1 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4785/95361%20Henry%20Karnofski%202021%20Candidate%20C-1%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Henry Karnofski"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""sou"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/02/2021 04:21:34 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 3962 4604 95230 07/13/2021 03/07/2022 PDC Staff Bradley Blazer Bradley Blazer: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate F1
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent DOUG FAGUNDES: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 17, 2019. Your complaint alleged that Washington Association of Nurse Anesthetists PAC (“WANA PAC” or “Respondent”), a Continuing Political Committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over limit anonymous contributions during calendar year 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Joanna Starratt, Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that WANA PAC held a small number of fundraising events each calendar year from 2016 to 2019 and that the committee treasurer, other officers and volunteers involved in planning the events and recording receipt of the proceeds, misunderstood the distinction between proceeds from a qualifying low-cost fundraiser described in RCW 42.17A.230 and unidentified or “anonymous” contributions and their restrictions described in RCW 42.17A.220.
In addition, WANA PAC has no previous violations of RCW 42.17A and has stated its intent to change the committee’s fundraising activities in order to ensure compliance in the future.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately identify proceeds from low-cost fundraisers separate from contributions received from anonymous sources, and based on the committee escheating all funds that could not be identified as required by RCW 42.17A, does not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), WANA PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the statutory restrictions on the receipt of funds from unidentified sources and the importance of the accurate disclosure of all contribution received, specifically funds that are not itemized including anonymous funds, small contributions of $25 or less and proceeds from low-cost fundraisers. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that WANA PAC track all small donations in a manner that will ensure accurate and timely disclosure for all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent WILLIAM HAUSS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The complaint alleged Debra Lekanoff, a Candidate for State Representative from the 40th Legislative District may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting anonymous contributions in excess of the allowable limit without forfeiting the excess amount to the State of Washington.
PDC staff’s review of the Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Committee found the Committee could accept the greater amount of up to 1 percent of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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During calendar year 2019, the Mercer Islanders for Sustainable Spending (MISS) filed with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) as a continuing political committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option and listing Michael Cero as the Committee Manager and Treasurer. MISS filed Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) and Independent Expenditure and Electioneering Communications reports (C-6 reports) disclosing expenditures made in support of, and opposition to, 2019 candidates seeking the office of Mercer Island City Council.
MISS made a number of expenditures to the FedEx office located in Bellevue, Washington, for political advertisements in the form of independent expenditures and/or electioneering communications during 2019.
Initial Request to FedEx.
The documentation from FedEx in response to Mr. Finley’s initial request for inspection of the commercial advertiser provision was provided 34 days after Mr. Finley’s request for expenditures made by MISS, and 37 days after the request made by Mr. Brooks concerning the $1,433.30 expenditure made by MISS.
The documentation from FedEx was provided to Mr. Finley 26 days after his follow-up request.
The documentation from FedEx was provided to Mr. Finley 19 days after staff’s request for the expenditure information made by MISS, and 155 days after Mr. Finley’s email request dated December 18, 2019.
On January 27, 2022, an enforcement hearing was scheduled and conducted before the Commission concerning PDC's Motion for Summary Judgement concerning this matter. In the Order on Motion for Summary Judgement , the Commission found:
FedEx was subject to the obligations that the law imposes on a commercial advertiser and it failed to comply with those requirements with respect to these MISS campaign materials in the 2019 election. Respondent FedEx violated RCW 42.17A.345.
On February 24, 2022, an enforcement hearing was scheduled and conducted before the Commission concerning this matter. In the Final Order for Civil Penalty , the Commission found in determining the appropriate penalty in this matter:
The aggravating factors as cited, and as explained in oral comments on the record, outweigh the mitigating factors. The Commission has jurisdiction over this matter and the PDC laws and rules applicable to the allegations and to imposition of civil penalties.
On the facts as presented in this case, FedEx was acting as a commercial advertiser as defined by RCW 42.17A.005(10). FedEx violated RCW 42.17A.345 on three occasions by failing to maintain books of account and related materials as a commercial advertiser and to timely make them available to the public upon request.
The Commission has authority to impose a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-182. The Commission concludes there were three separate violations in the lack of prompt statutory compliance with respect to the three public requests. Regardless of the number of violations found, the Commission’s conclusion as to the appropriate civil penalty would be the same.
Pursuant to these findings and conclusions and the Commission’s Order on Summary Judgment of January 31, 2022, and considering the briefing and argument provided at the penalty hearing, the Commission finds by a vote of 4-0 that Respondent FedEx is hereby ordered to pay a civil penalty of $1,500 for each of the three violations to total a $4,500 civil penalty, with $2,000 of that amount suspended based on the following conditions:
The complaint alleged Dan Driscoll, a 2020 candidate for Pacific County Commissioner, position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to identify a party preference on political advertising, specifically political signs.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports, and the response from Linda Engelsiepen, Secretary for Vote for Driscoll (Campaign), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Engelsiepen responded to the PDC on July 21, 2020, stating “We did consult the PDC guidelines and “L” is listed as a proper notice of libertarian party affiliation, which is included on the campaign signs for Dan Driscoll’s campaign.”
In the sign you included with the complaint, the L is listed, as noted by Engelsiepen.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). If you have questions, you may contact Alice Fiman toll-free at 1-877-601-2828, or by email at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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PDC staff has determined in this instance the alleged acceptance of anonymous contributions in excess of the allowable limit without forfeiting the excess amount to the State of Washington does not appear to be a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $400, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public agency facilities (county resources) to assist a 2022 campaign for election (Summer Scheyer).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ryan Taylor (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95487 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""95487 - Paluch - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4890/95487%20-%20Paluch%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""95487 - Paluch - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Matthew Arthur Paluch"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""sou"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/06/2021 12:07:17 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4016 4471 95061 07/12/2021 12/06/2021 PDC Staff Eric A. Johnson Eric A. Johnson: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your campaign registration (C-1 report), within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021 (GE21) RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/95369 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""95369 Mary S McClure 2021 Candidate C-1 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4793/95369%20Mary%20S%20McClure%202021%20Candidate%20C-1%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""95369 - McClure - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4793/95369%20-%20McClure%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""95369 - McClure - SOU"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Mary S. McClure"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""sou"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/02/2021 04:23:32 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4020 4832 95407 07/13/2021 12/02/2021 PDC Staff Reyna Maria Kaut Reyna Maria Kaut: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) & failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1On September 18, 2017, the PDC received a complaint alleging that David Sullivan, an incumbent County Commissioner for Jefferson County in the 2017 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.430 for the unauthorized use of campaign surplus funds.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the records reviewed support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined that on December 2, 2016, the Respondent wrote a check for $800.90 from his surplus account. The check was made payable to the Respondent for ""future campaign."" At the time the Respondent had become aware of an effort that was being formed to develop a local ballot measure and offered to donate his surplus funds when the ballot measure campaign got underway. This amount was donated to the ballot measure campaign by the Respondent on June 28, 2017.
The Respondent fully acknowledged his mistake and noted that he neglected to ""re-read the RCW or ask for help,"" and fully cooperated with the PDC staff during the entirety of the review. The Respondent also asked for a refund from the ballot measure campaign and used the refunded money to donate his surplus funds to a charitable organization.
Based on this determination, staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of adhering to the statutory provisions related to the disposal of surplus funds in future years.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/25389 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/802/25389%20Sullivan%20David%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Supplemental Response Rec 11-2-17.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/802/25389%20Sullivan%20David%20Supplemental%20Response%20Rec%2011-2-17.pdf"", ""description"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Supplemental Response Rec 11-2-17.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Response Rec 9-27-17.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/802/25389%20Sullivan%20David%20Response%20Rec%209-27-17.pdf"", ""description"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Response Rec 9-27-17.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Complaint With Attachments_0.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/802/25389%20Sullivan%20David%20Complaint%20With%20Attachments_0.pdf"", ""description"" : ""25389 Sullivan David Complaint With Attachments_0.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 02/21/2020 10:25:57 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 4030 5464 110545 07/18/2022 08/19/2022 PDC Staff PADHYE TANIKA K PADHYE TANIKA K: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for CY2021 (GE22) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
(C-1) with the PDC declaring her candidacy for re-election to the position of County Commissioner for Grays Harbor County. The candidate selected the “Mini Reporting” option and listed Danice Wikander as Treasurer for the 2022 Campaign. In July 2022, Ms. Raines requested approval to go from the “Mini Reporting” option to “Full Reporting” option and was granted permission on September 28, 2022. Between July and September, the Campaign worked with PDC Filer Assistance to bring the C-3 and C-4 reports up to date.
Ms. Raines took prompt action to respond to the allegations and made her Treasurer aware of the reporting issues. Both Ms. Raines and her Treasurer have worked with PDC staff to remedy identified issues in the Campaign’s reporting.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, there was oversight in reporting adequate detail in C-3 and C-4 reports, and to file reports timely, but this was inadvertent and does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Vickie Raines will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to adequately disclosure “Description” and “Purpose” details of all contribution and expenditures and to timely file reports according to PDC guidance. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Vickie Raines timely file with all necessary detail required reports of contributions and expenditures in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/113544 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Complaint Return Letter (Warning Combined) 01092023.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5593/Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28Warning%20Combined%29%20%2001092023.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113544 Raines Vickie L. Complaint Return Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""113544 Raines Vickie L. Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5593/113544%20Raines%20Vickie%20L.%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113544 Raines Vickie L. Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""113544 Raines Vickie L. Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5593/113544%20Raines%20Vickie%20L.%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""113544 Raines Vickie L. Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/09/2023 02:10:46 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4032 6426 150263 10/20/2023 10/20/2023 06/14/2024 Conner Edwards Patrick Day Day, Patrick: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports (EY'23, OCT'23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on October 26, 2017. The complaint alleged that Mari Kruger Leavitt, a 2016 candidate for State Representative of Legislative District 28, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations; and RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to provide detailed breakdowns of expenditures with sub-vendors for expenditures on behalf of the campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Mari Kruger Leavitt; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide breakdowns of the number of items printed and a single sub-vendor does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mari Kruger Leavitt about the importance of the accurate, complete, and detailed disclosure of all expenditure activities undertaken on behalf of the campaign. Staff expects that the required additional disclosures will be provided on future reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $400, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $300, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
On July 17, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Ben Stuckart (respondent), a candidate for mayor for the City of Spokane in 2019, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over the limit anonymous contributions.
The complaint alleged that in calendar year 2019, the respondent accepted anonymous contributions in the amount of $521, which was $221 more than the allowable limit of $300. PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that the respondent could accept the greater amount of up to 1% of the total accumulated contributions.
Based on these findings, staff determined that no evidence supported a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Accordingly, staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff reviewed the allegations, the applicable law(s), rule(s), and reporting requirements, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Committee, and the July 29 and August 12, 2020 responses.
Staff found that the Committee failed to breakdown and describe expenditure details, as required in WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205. Based on this finding, the staff issued a reminder letter regarding the importance of properly breaking down and describing expenditures in the future.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and a $100 civil penalty.
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On May 31, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the May 2021 C-4 report disclosing no contributions had been received and that $294.21 in expenditures were made. The two expenditures included a $203.44 expenditure to the Washington State Democratic Central Committee for a vote building effort, and a $79.27 expenditure made to Argo Strategies for Invoice #5492.
On June 10, 2021, the Campaign timely filed an amended May 2021 C-4 report disclosing newly amended information that included listing Code “M” for Management for the Argo Strategies expenditure, and disclosing a new $1,200 expenditure that was made by the Campaign on May 27, 2021, to Johnson-Cox Printing, Inc., with the description stating “Doorbeller estimate for order.”
On July 26, 2021, after being made aware of the complaint allegations, the Campaign promptly filed a second amended May 2021 C-4 report disclosing the same $250 in monetary contributions received and $1,494.21 in expenditures made during the period, but amended the Johnson-Cox Printing, Inc. expenditure description to state “3,000 door hangers printed.""
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the allegation of failing to accurately disclose the proper description for one Campaign expenditure that was otherwise, timely disclosed, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. RCW 42.17A.005(52) defines ""Technical correction"" to mean “the correction of a minor or ministerial error in a required report that does not materially harm the public interest and needs to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of this chapter.”
Alecia Cunningham is a first-time candidate with a first-time Treasurer, and the Campaign made a minor or ministerial error on the May 2021 C-4 report, which did not materially impact the public. Upon notification of the error, the Campaign timely filed an amended May 2021 C-4 report making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff to bring the Campaign back into compliance. The PDC has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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On June 12, 2022, Mike Hadaller filed a Candidate registration with the PDC declaring his candidacy for election to the office of Commissioner for Lewis County Public Utility District No. 1, Position 3, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Hadaller was a first-time candidate for public office in 2022.
Mr. Hadaller stated he purchased newspaper advertising in the Lewis County News (LCN) that ran during the 2022 election cycle, and that his Campaign placed three identical ads in LCN. He stated that the LCN ran the ads “at the appropriate dates I requested,” and they cost $1,020 for each newspaper advertisement, for a total cost of $3,060. He stated that the newspaper ads that appeared in the LCN “were print outs of my flier that I used to hand out at parades and my door-to-door campaigning.”
Mr. Hadaller stated he was contacted by two people with the LCN about being interviewed, a woman named Gina and Lynette Hoffman, a reporter for the LCN. He stated that “Gina contacted me first asking if I would be able to have a conversation with Ms. Hoffman about doing an editorial about the upcoming election candidates.”
Mr. Hadaller stated that Ms. Hoffman asked, “if she could interview me and get a statement or two from me regarding my opinions and goals for the upcoming election.” He stated that he felt his conversations with Ms. Hoffman “were very informal” and did not feel like it was a newspaper type interview at least to him. He stated that whatever the interview process was “it was my understanding that she was preparing an editorial about the upcoming election candidates in Lewis County addressing the choices people had available to them.”
Mr. Hadaller stated that he “was not asked to give a prepared statement for publication” and instead he was asked, and he answered questions about his candidacy to the best of his ability. He stated that he “did not notice the use of 1st person when the article came out. It did not seem out of the ordinary.” He said it felt it was up to the writer's discretion “to choose the wording that she felt was appropriate.” He stated that he “certainly did not consider that interview to be an in-kind donation to my campaign” and added that he did not know if the article/editorial was of any value or benefit to his Campaign.
Mr. Hadaller said it was his understanding from speaking with Ms. Hoffman that the “article” that ran in the LCN, was intended “to help the voters get to know the candidates to better help them make informed decisions about the people they vote in to help run the offices in Lewis County.” He stated that the “interview was in no way meant to come across as an advertisement and I have no control over Ms. Hoffman” concerning the candidates that she interviewed or what she wrote.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Peter Diaz on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the committee registration does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding American Wolf, APCP and Peter Diaz about the importance of the timely filing of registration, the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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There is no violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to properly identify the sponsor of political advertising under these circumstances. Videos made by the candidate promoting themselves and posted to a campaign’s social media pages or website are not required to include sponsor identification if the originating page has the required sponsor identification. If the video was posted in other places or as stand-alone advertising, sponsor identification would be required.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. However, based on the fact Peterson has four previous campaigns and extensive reporting history with the PDC, Peterson will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures.
The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Peterson will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleges Siabhon Ayuso violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Full Summary Contribution and Expenditures (C-4) reports disclosing contributions (CrowdPAC fundraising) and expenditures (yard signs) as required under the Full Reporting option.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93920 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93920 Adams Stephen K CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4108/93920%20Adams%20Stephen%20K%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93920 Adams Stephen CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4108/93920%20Adams%20Stephen%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Stephen Adams"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs, F1 & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 day or full amt becomes due."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/22/2021 12:01:54 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4066 4109 93921 06/24/2021 08/17/2021 PDC Staff AGUILAR JUAN J AGUILAR JUAN J: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the City of Dupont; to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, authorizing candidates to use open public comment to support their candidacies does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mike Courts about the importance of not authorizing the use of public facilities to support or appose any candidate or ballot proposition. PDC staff expects Mike Courts to remind members of the public that open public comment may not be used to support or appose election campaigns in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and contacted the Central Business Park in Spokane Valley, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose contribution and expenditure details, and to disclose the name of the committee’s sponsor, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Better Spokane PAC (Sponsored by Standard Trust) about the importance of completely and accurately disclosing contribution and expenditure details, and timely disclosing sponsorship on committee registrations and political advertising. PDC staff expects Better Spokane PAC (Sponsored by Standard Trust) to review their filings and timely make required disclosures on reports and political advertising in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
HECTOR GARZA on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on
September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way,
Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by
failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official,
which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for
calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17 A RCW and
Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer.
The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhom-Delph, Compliance
Coordinator. At that hearing, HECTOR GARZA was found in violation of RCW
42.17A.700 and assessed a penalty of $250, which Commission staff requested be
reconsidered by the Commission Chair, due to new information not available at the time
of the original hearing. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Initial Order entered October 4, 2018 is
VACATED.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to HOLLI KEMMER on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93939 500.00 250.00 250.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93939 Barker Partick CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4127/93939%20Barker%20Partick%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93939 Barker Patrick J CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4127/93939%20Barker%20Patrick%20J%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Patrick Barker"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs, F1 & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 days or full amt becomes due"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-30"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 03:58:42 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4101 4131 93943 06/24/2021 08/18/2021 PDC Staff Belinda Larsen Belinda Larsen: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $200 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93952 500.00 250.00 250.00 0.00 500.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""93952 Brett R Jones CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4140/93952%20Brett%20R%20Jones%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93952 Brett Jones CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4140/93952%20Brett%20Jones%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Brett R Jones"", ""address"" : ""PO Box 1268 Ridgefield, WA 98642"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $250 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2021 12:20:09 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4106 4142 93954 06/24/2021 08/18/2021 PDC Staff BUONPANE GIANCARLO G BUONPANE GIANCARLO G: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93954 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93954 Buonpane Giancarlo CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4142/93954%20Buonpane%20Giancarlo%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93954 Buonpane Giancarlo CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4142/93954%20Buonpane%20Giancarlo%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Giancarlo Buonpane"", ""address"" : ""520 F Street Forks, WA 98331"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $250 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 04:05:02 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4107 4145 93957 06/24/2021 08/18/2021 PDC Staff BURKE-CAIN MELISSA A BURKE-CAIN MELISSA A: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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During the August 18, 2020 Puyallup City Council meeting Councilmember Robin Farris made comments that political advertisements had been distributed in Puyallup by a political committee concerning the 25th Legislative District Senate race stating “that property taxes increased by 20% and a number of other things. That is absolutely false....that was sent out by a PAC or a political action committee, actually two political action committees. And if those political action committees actually believed it then they wouldn't be sending out a flyer against one candidate who is running on council and also contribute to another council member for a different race.”
In Ms. Farris's response letter to the complaint filed against her she stated that during the August 18th meeting the City Attorney “did not interrupt me, nor did any of the fellow councilmembers call a point of order, which they would not hesitate to do.” She stated that after finishing her statement, Mayor Door requested the City Attorney provide her and the rest of the council with information “regarding speaking out about political matters during council meetings.” She stated that while she stood by her comments at the meeting about the political committee and the mailer, “the City Attorney provided guidance on more appropriate ways of correcting the record that do not have the appearance of political speak. I have taken this approach since that time and will continue that approach from now on.”
Mayor Door stated in her response letter “As you can see from the evidence Mr. Churchman provides, I did not mention my campaign or advocate for or against any campaign during city council meeting. It appears Mr. Churchman's issue is with comments made by Councilmember Farris.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, as Mayor of the City of Puyallup and Chair of the City Council meetings, Mayor Door has the responsibility to ensure that the Puyallup City council members adhere to the statutes and rules concerning open public meetings. That responsibility includes the PDC prohibitions found in RCW 42.17A.555 for allowing comments to be made by City Councilmembers and the general public during an official open public meeting. The prohibition includes comments made during the meeting which support or oppose any candidate for public office, including indirect references or inferences about a candidate, or any political committee that supports or opposes a candidate.
The PDC is reminding Julie Door concerning the prohibitions of using City of Puyallup facilities and resources, including during Puyallup city council meeting, to support or oppose any candidate, or any political committee that supports or opposes candidates in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GARY WILKEY
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/23/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $300 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $150 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93953 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93953 Bryant Duane CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4141/93953%20Bryant%20Duane%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""93953 Bryant Duane T CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4141/93953%20Bryant%20Duane%20T%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Duane T Bryant"", ""address"" : ""283 Meier Rd Winlock, WA 98596"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $250 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/22/2021 11:55:50 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4124 4162 93974 06/24/2021 08/18/2021 PDC Staff CINDY L. WEBSTER MARTINSON CINDY L. WEBSTER MARTINSON: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent MARTIN MORGAN: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 2, 2018. The complaint alleged that Senator Doug Ericksen may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely and accurately disclose reportable income on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) covering calendar year 2016 and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify the sponsor of a political advertisement video posted online.
PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Senator Ericksen; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine if the allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
Although the Personal Financial Affairs Statement originally submitted for calendar year 2016 did not include all reportable income required, Doug Ericksen’s work for the 2016 Donald Trump Presidential Campaign was widely publicized and available for public review. In regard to the missing sponsor identification in the political advertisement video, the Facebook page and campaign website where the ad was displayed did identify the likely sponsor.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose all reportable income on the annual F-1 report covering 2016 and failure to include sponsor identification on a political advertisement video, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), however, Doug Ericksen received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all sources of income on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Doug Ericksen timely and accurately disclose all reportable income on F-1 reports in future years as an elected or appointed official or candidate for public office. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminded Doug Ericksen about the requirement to identify who pays for or sponsors political advertisements. PDC staff expects that Senator Ericksen will including complete sponsor identification on all political advertisements sponsored or paid for by him in future elections in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Initial Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission denied the Respondent's request to reconsider the Initial Order.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 civil penalty.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/107102 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""107102 REEF Technology SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5198/107102%20REEF%20Technology%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""SOU - 107102-Reef Technology.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5198/SOU%20-%20107102-Reef%20Technology.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 107102-Reef Technology"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""107102 REEF Technology L3 BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5198/107102%20REEF%20Technology%20L3%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""REEF Technology"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2022-05-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-05-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/05/2022 08:46:28 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4140 4393 94205 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff SLIGER FRANK M SLIGER FRANK M: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94191 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94191 Ronald Erickson CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4379/94191%20Ronald%20Erickson%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94191 Erickson Ronald CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4379/94191%20Erickson%20Ronald%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Ronald P Erickson"", ""address"" : ""3835 Pleasant Beach Dr NE Bainbridge Island, WA 98110"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/05/2021 10:02:48 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4144 4237 94049 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff Henry Karnofski Henry Karnofski: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94049 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94049 Henry Karnofski CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4237/94049%20Henry%20Karnofski%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94049 Karnofski Henry CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4237/94049%20Karnofski%20Henry%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Henry Karnofski"", ""address"" : ""829 PH 10 Castle Rock, WA 98611"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-02-09"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 02/15/2022 01:07:26 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4145 4236 94048 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff HENRY JOHN P HENRY JOHN P: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94048 250.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94048 Henry John CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4236/94048%20Henry%20John%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94048 Henry John P CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4236/94048%20Henry%20John%20P%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""John P Henry"", ""address"" : ""PO Box 734 Sunnyside, WA 98044"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/22/2022 12:03:29 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4146 4234 94046 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff HEIM ROGER HEIM ROGER: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94046 250.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94046 Heim Roger CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4234/94046%20Heim%20Roger%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94046 Heim Roger CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4234/94046%20Heim%20Roger%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Roger Heim"", ""address"" : ""22614 N Starbird Rd Mt Vernon, WA 98274"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2021 12:17:48 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4147 4231 94043 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff HANSEN ERIC R HANSEN ERIC R: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94043 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94043 Hansen Eric R CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4231/94043%20Hansen%20Eric%20R%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94043 Hansen Eric CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4231/94043%20Hansen%20Eric%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Eric R Hansen"", ""address"" : ""4002 North 14th St Tacoma, WA 98406"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 04:43:17 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4148 4227 94039 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff Gretchen Ann Atkinson Gretchen Ann Atkinson: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94039 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94039 Atkinson Gretchen Ann CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4227/94039%20Atkinson%20Gretchen%20Ann%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94039 Gretchen Ann Atkinson CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4227/94039%20Gretchen%20Ann%20Atkinson%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Gretchen Ann Atkinson"", ""address"" : ""2148 North 183rd St Shoreline, WA 98133"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 04:42:02 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4149 4226 94038 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff Greg Zempel Greg Zempel: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94038 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94038 Zempel Greg CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4226/94038%20Zempel%20Greg%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94038 Greg Zempel CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4226/94038%20Greg%20Zempel%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Greg Zempel"", ""address"" : ""205 West 5th, STE 213 Ellensburg, WA 98926"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 04:41:10 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4150 4303 94115 06/24/2021 08/19/2021 PDC Staff LONGSHORE FRANCES L LONGSHORE FRANCES L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94115 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94115 Longshore Frances CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4303/94115%20Longshore%20Frances%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94115 Longshore Frances CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4303/94115%20Longshore%20Frances%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Frances Longshore"", ""address"" : ""170 N Tribal Center Rd Skokomish Nation, WA 98584"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-30"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/05/2021 09:00:42 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4151 4290 94102 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff LABREE GREGORY L LABREE GREGORY L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94102 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94102 Labree Gregory CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4290/94102%20Labree%20Gregory%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94102 Labree Gregory CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4290/94102%20Labree%20Gregory%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Gregory Labree"", ""address"" : ""PO Box 52 Moxee, WA 98936"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-12-09"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 10:42:34 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4152 4296 94108 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff Layne Bladow Layne Bladow: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94109 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94109 Lehrman Scott CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4297/94109%20Lehrman%20Scott%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94109 Lehrman Scott CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4297/94109%20Lehrman%20Scott%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94109 Lehrman Scott Final_Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4297/94109%20Lehrman%20Scott%20Final_Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Scott D. Lehrman"", ""address"" : ""6514 W Park St Pasco, WA 99301"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-10-15"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-11-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-11-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/10/2021 02:06:23 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4154 4425 94237 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff Thomas (Chip) Johnson Thomas (Chip) Johnson: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $300 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $150 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
Per the Respondent's request, this case was scheduled for a 1/27/22 Reconsideration Hearing. At the Reconsideration Hearing, the Commission modified the penalty to $250 with $250 suspended, if no further violations for four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94119 250.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94119 MacDermid Robert CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4307/94119%20MacDermid%20Robert%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94119 MacDermid Robert CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4307/94119%20MacDermid%20Robert%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Robert MacDermid"", ""address"" : ""9238 Glacier View Dr NW Silverdale, WA 98383"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2021 12:28:43 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4158 4311 94123 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff Mark C. Brigham Mark C. Brigham: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94137 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94137 McFadden Charles CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4325/94137%20McFadden%20Charles%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94137 McFadden Charles CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4325/94137%20McFadden%20Charles%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Charles McFadden"", ""address"" : ""110 East Fifth Ave Ritzville, WA 99169"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2023-03-14"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - Penalty""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/14/2023 10:57:29 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4161 4332 94144 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff Michael B Shirley Michael B Shirley: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94002 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94002 Diamond Ott Dena CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4190/94002%20Diamond%20Ott%20Dena%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94002 Diamond-Ott Dena CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4190/94002%20Diamond-Ott%20Dena%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dena Diamond-Ott"", ""address"" : ""961 12th Ave Longview, WA 98632"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-07"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/07/2021 02:38:55 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4163 4192 94004 06/24/2021 08/20/2021 PDC Staff Donna J. Deal Donna J. Deal: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94004 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94004 Donna J Deal CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4192/94004%20Donna%20J%20Deal%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94004 Donna Deal CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4192/94004%20Donna%20Deal%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Donna Deal"", ""address"" : ""PO Box 194 Pomeroy, WA 99347"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs (F-1 report was filed on 7/15)"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2021 04:19:11 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4164 3129 55218 07/17/2019 07/17/2019 09/25/2019 Guy Thompson Washington Realtors Political Action Committee Washington Realtors Political Action Committee (2): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on digital political advertising (EY 19; July 19) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - BusinessThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 17, 2019. Your complaint alleged that the Washington Realtors Political Action Committee (WA Realtors PAC), a continuing political committee registered for calendar year 2019, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on digital political advertising done in support of People for Nadine Woodward, a 2019 candidate for Spokane mayor.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mark Lamb on behalf of his client WA Realtors PAC; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the online advertisements presented in support of the People for Nadine Woodward 2019 campaign were sponsored by WA Realtors PAC and that the advertisements contained sponsor identification required by RCW 42.17.320 and WAC 390-18-030 and were accessible through one click on the ad.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on August 11, 2021. The complaint alleged that Christopher (Shane) Hoffmire, a 2021 candidate for City Council for the City of Oak Harbor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to sufficiently identify the sponsor of a website.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the required sponsor identification on a website used as political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Christopher (Shane) Hoffmire about the importance of including sponsor identification on all written political advertisement, specifically the full name and address, in the future as required in accordance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On July 13, 2021, the Campaign timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report covering the period June 1 through July 12, 2021, disclosing that $3,519.58 in total contributions had been received during the period, and $3,316.61 in total expenditures were made.
The 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report timely disclosed the Campaign made: (1) a $892.92 expenditure made to Prism Washington, a Campaign Consultant on July 11, 2021, and listing the sub-vendor description as “Overnight Printing – Yard signs (100)”; and (2) a $159.86 expenditure made to the candidate, Ms. Seam, reimbursing her $159.84 and listing the expenditure description as “State of WA – Candidacy filing fee.”
The $159.86 candidate filing was not required to have been disclosed as a debt or order placed by the Campaign on an earlier C-4 report, since it was below the $750 debt reporting threshold in accordance with RCW 42.17A.240(9).
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At a December 2, 2021 Reconsideration Hearing, the Commission VACATED the full penalty amount assessed at the July 15, 2021 hearing.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, and rules and the response provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the comments made by Mayor Nelson during the August 3, 2021, Edmonds City Council meeting were intended to convey his disapproval of the statements made by members of the public and their general behavior before and during the July 27, 2021, meeting and that Mayor Nelson believed that he was not discussing elections or candidates.
Based on our findings staff has determined that in this instance, using the mayor’s comment period of a public meeting to indirectly support and oppose candidates for Edmonds City Council, although prohibited, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mayor Michael Nelson about the importance of refraining from discussing candidate campaigns at any time during a public meeting, with or without the mention of the candidate by name, in order to avoid the appearance of supporting or opposing a candidate, and expects he will ensure future compliance with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Griffin Berger was a candidate for Port Commissioner for Port of Skagit in the 2021 election and was required to file the C-1 report by no later than June 4, 2021. Mr. Berger filed a C-1 report fourteen days late and with an incorrect election year. However, it appears that the late and incorrect reporting was due to lack of knowledge of the Respondent and not done to deprive the public of campaign information.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 report as a 2021 candidate within two weeks of declaring candidacy does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Griffin Berger about the importance of the timely registration of his candidate campaign and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC received a complaint alleging that Yes for Homes Coalition of San Juan County (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 by failing to provide sufficient expenditure details on C-4 reports during election year 2018. PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the Respondent’s reporting history to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review found the following:
RCW 42.17A.240(6) requires committees to report the name & address of each person to whom an expenditure is made in the aggregate amount of more than $50 during the period covered by the report, including the amount, date and purpose of each expenditure. Pursuant to WAC 390-16-037, expenditures disclosed on the C-4 report should be described “in detail,” including how the recipient of the expenditure (e.g. vendor) will use the goods and/or services purchased, and numerical descriptions (e.g. the number of items printed). WAC 390-16-205 further requires each committee to report any expenditures, paid to a sub-vendor or other third party, by a vendor it employs or retains.
The Respondent filed five C-4 reports in 2018 that appeared to lack sub-vendor breakdowns and/or expenditure details regarding signs, digital ads, printing, mailer, and advertising. The Respondent amended five C-4 reports from 2018 to include the missing information on December 11 and 13, 2019.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to report sub-vendor breakdowns and complete expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, the PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing sub-vendor breakdowns and detailed expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon being notified of the errors, the Respondent amended its reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $500 was assessed, with $250 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $250 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94032 250.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94032 Vanderholm Gary CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4220/94032%20Vanderholm%20Gary%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94032 Gary Vanderholm CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4220/94032%20Gary%20Vanderholm%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Gary Vanderholm"", ""address"" : ""6142 Allen Rd Elk, WA 99009"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/16/2022 05:25:05 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4187 5147 104973 03/04/2022 03/03/2022 05/26/2022 Patrick B Rice Mike Beck Beck, Mike: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public agency facilities to assist an election campaign. (EY '21; Mar '22) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Employee - LocalThis case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file an annually required Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2021.
The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding, and a $100 penalty.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94052 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94052 Howard Hambleton CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4240/94052%20Howard%20Hambleton%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94052 Howard (Howie) Hambleton CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4240/94052%20Howard%20%28Howie%29%20Hambleton%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Howard Hambleton"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs, F1 & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 days or full amt becomes due"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/22/2021 11:36:56 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4196 4196 94008 06/24/2021 12/23/2021 PDC Staff Eddie H Keele Eddie H Keele: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Dismissed by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94008 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94008 Eddie Keele CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4196/94008%20Eddie%20Keele%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Amended 94008 Keele Eddie Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4196/Amended%2094008%20Keele%20Eddie%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94008 Keele Eddie CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4196/94008%20Keele%20Eddie%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" 02/14/2022 04:33:26 PM Commission or presiding officer dismissed allegations. 4197 4245 94057 06/24/2021 12/23/2021 PDC Staff JACOBSEN JANE L JACOBSEN JANE L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Dismissed by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94057 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Amended 94057 Jacobsen Jane Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4245/Amended%2094057%20Jacobsen%20Jane%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94057 Jacobsen Jane CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4245/94057%20Jacobsen%20Jane%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94057 Jacobsen Jane CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4245/94057%20Jacobsen%20Jane%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/23/2021 09:41:39 AM Commission or presiding officer dismissed allegations. 4198 4453 94265 06/24/2021 08/24/2021 PDC Staff WOODARDS VICTORIA R WOODARDS VICTORIA R: : Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $300, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94263 300.00 150.00 150.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94263 Wilson Karianna CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4451/94263%20Wilson%20Karianna%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94263 Wilson Karianna CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4451/94263%20Wilson%20Karianna%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Karianna Wilson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 days or full amt becomes due"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-07"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/07/2021 03:15:28 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4201 4449 94261 06/24/2021 08/24/2021 PDC Staff WILLIAMS SHERRY M WILLIAMS SHERRY M: : Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on December 6, 2019. The complaint alleged that King County Officials (Respondent), public employees, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to oppose Initiative 976.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Johnson will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Johnson will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact the New Patriot PAC did not support or oppose any candidates or ballot measures to date, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding New Patriot PAC about the importance of timely filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Senator Steven O’Ban, an incumbent State Senator and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports).
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) notified PDC staff that their office would not be taking action against Senator Steven O’Ban concerning the Citizen Action Notice filed with their office.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the C-3 reports filed by the Steven O’Ban Campaign (Campaign), and the August 31, 2018 response letter from Senator Steven O’Ban.
The 2016 Steven O’Ban Campaign disclosed receiving approximately $554,914 in monetary and in-kind contributions, and made expenditures totaling more than $548,646. The Campaign failed to timely file two C-3 reports that disclosed monetary contributions received by the Campaign, and staff noted that one of the C-3 reports was filed one day late.
Based on our findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
Therefore, PDC is returning the complaint filed against Senator Steven O’Ban without taking any formal action, however, staff has reminded Senator O’Ban of the importance of filing timely and accurate reports disclosing campaign contribution for all future campaigns.
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Based on staff findings, the fact Georgette (Trujillo) Reyes is a first-time candidate, was eligible for mini reporting and took prompt action to comply, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Georgette (Trujillo) Reyes about the importance of timely registering with the PDC and filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent and Complainant; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
However, the date of viewing, by the public, of a committee webpage does not determine whether the identification of top donors was accurate in this case. WAC 390-18-025 identifies the “date on which the advertisement is published or otherwise presented to the public” is the point-in-time date which the top five contributors must be identified. As well, there is no statutory obligation to continually update a webpage if larger contributions are received once the webpage is published.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ranked Choice Voting for Seattle will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with requirements to identify and include accurate top five donor information on a campaign website. PDC Staff expects in the future that you will adhere to RCW 42.17A.320 and PDC Interpretation No. 07-04 as well as any future PDC guidance, laws, or rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following condition: the Respondent commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94175 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94175 Portch Kevin CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4363/94175%20Portch%20Kevin%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94175 Portch Kevin CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4363/94175%20Portch%20Kevin%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Kevin Portch"", ""address"" : ""45970 Geostar Dr Grand Coulee, WA 99133"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/05/2021 09:59:22 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4224 4364 94176 06/24/2021 08/25/2021 PDC Staff PRICE CHARLES E PRICE CHARLES E: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94176 150.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94176 Price Charles written participation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4364/94176%20Price%20Charles%20written%20participation.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94176 Price Charles CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4364/94176%20Price%20Charles%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94176 Price Charles CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4364/94176%20Price%20Charles%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Charles E Price"", ""address"" : ""16102 NE 175th St Woodinville, WA 98072"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $50 is paid w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2021 01:08:03 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4225 4365 94177 06/24/2021 08/25/2021 PDC Staff PRITCHARD FAALUAINA S PRITCHARD FAALUAINA S: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94179 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94179 Ray Wardenaar CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4367/94179%20Ray%20Wardenaar%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94179 Wardenaar Ray CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4367/94179%20Wardenaar%20Ray%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Ray Wardenaar"", ""address"" : ""4422 Rd 13 SE Othello, WA 99344"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""f non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-03-08"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/14/2022 03:32:35 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4227 4368 94180 06/24/2021 12/01/2021 PDC Staff Rebecca Hoyt Rebecca Hoyt: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94180 250.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94180 Hoyt Rebecca CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4368/94180%20Hoyt%20Rebecca%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94180 Rebecca Hoyt CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4368/94180%20Rebecca%20Hoyt%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Rebecca Hoyt"", ""address"" : ""921 E Huron Dr Spokane, WA 99208"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 12/21/2021 12:19:55 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4228 4370 94182 06/24/2021 08/25/2021 PDC Staff REKAH STRONG REKAH STRONG: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94182 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94182 Rekah Strong CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4370/94182%20Rekah%20Strong%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94182 Strong Rekah CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4370/94182%20Strong%20Rekah%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Rekah Strong"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/05/2021 10:00:52 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4229 4372 94184 06/24/2021 08/25/2021 PDC Staff Richard DeBolt Richard DeBolt: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Legislative Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94184 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""94184 Richard DeBolt CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4372/94184%20Richard%20DeBolt%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94184 DeBolt Richard CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4372/94184%20DeBolt%20Richard%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Richard DeBolt"", ""address"" : ""558 Chilvers Rd Chehalis, WA 98532"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2023-08-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 08/09/2023 12:29:42 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4230 4373 94185 06/24/2021 08/25/2021 PDC Staff Richard De Gloria Richard De Gloria: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94185 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94185 Richard De Gloria CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4373/94185%20Richard%20De%20Gloria%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94185 Richard J De Gloria CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4373/94185%20Richard%20J%20De%20Gloria%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Richard De Gloria"", ""address"" : ""501 S Anacortes St Burlington, WA 98233"", ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is paid & F-1 report is filed w/in 30 days; and no further violations for 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-30"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/05/2021 10:01:35 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4231 4256 94068 06/24/2021 12/16/2021 PDC Staff Jennifer J. Morton Jennifer J. Morton: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At a December 2, 2021 Reconsideration Hearing, the Commission VACATED the full penalty amount assessed at the July 15, 2021 hearing.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the (amended) Order, dated 12/22/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $150 was assessed, with $100 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $50 and within 30 days from the date of the (amended) Order, dated 12/22/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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on October 20, 2018. Your complaint alleged that Families Yes, a 2018 election year committee,
may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify the “Top Five Contributors” to the
committee in political advertisement mail piece they sponsored.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements;
and the response provided by Phil Lloyd, Treasurer for Families Yes, to determine whether the
record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the committee, Families Yes, sponsored two mailers that did not include the “Top Five
Contributors” as required at the time they were distributed, the committee followed up with their
direct mail vendor as soon as the oversight was identified through receipt of the complaint and
promptly made corrections to two additional mailers and other political advertisement to ensure
compliance
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the required
“Top Five Contributors” statement with the list of donors on two mailers they sponsored does
not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Families Yes about the importance of included complete sponsor
identification, including the “Top Five Contributors” when required on all future political
advertisements they sponsor in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original order, including the penalty.
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Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged Farrah Manning Davis, Dawn Tarantino, and Bree Kramer Nelson violated WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, evidence provided, applicable statutes and rules, and the responses provided by Farrah Manning Davis, Dawn Tarantino, and Bree Kramer Nelson to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
All three candidates responded to the allegation and each provided documents showing the mailer cost a total of $1761.86 to print and postage cost a total of $1,995.
The responses stated the printing cost and mailing cost was spilt equally among the candidates, with the total cost to each candidate for printing was $587.29 and the total cost to each for postage was $665.
All three candidates responded to the allegation of exceeding mini-reporting, stating those costs, plus other election-related expenditures, did not total more than $5,000.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations of WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the expenditure limit for mini-reporting does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-070.
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According to the disclosure law, an organization becomes a political committee when it first has the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition.
There were three candidates for Newcastle City Council, Position. 7. With Friends For Newcastle supporting only two candidates, the group supported a candidate, plus made an expenditure of $15.
In the future, PDC staff expects Friends for Newcastle to register with the PDC if there is the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition.
Based on these findings, and the fact Friends For Newcastle was eligible for mini reporting, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and register with the PDC does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Friends For Newcastle about the importance of timely registering with the PDC and filing required reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $500 penalty with $250 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/110482 500.00 250.00 250.00 500.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""110482 Hiatt Julie Annual F1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5401/110482%20Hiatt%20Julie%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""110482 Hiatt Julie annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE 22).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5401/110482%20Hiatt%20Julie%20annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%2022%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Julie Hiatt"", ""address"" : ""10635 4th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98146"", ""order_date"" : ""2022-09-29"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-10-31"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $250 PD & F-1 report (2021) is filed w/in 30 days & no further viol 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-06-03"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 07/02/2025 08:26:34 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4255 4285 94097 06/24/2021 08/26/2021 PDC Staff KOLBY W Medina KOLBY W Medina: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
It is clear to PDC staff that Mr. Goehner knew of Mr. Montoya’s condition and that he was aware Mr. Williams was assisting with Mr. Montoya’s campaign while he was recovering. Under PDC statutes and rules, Mr. Goehner was not obligated to reach out to Mr. Williams in making the request to review Mr. Montoya’s campaign books of account, but it would seem if he wanted to review that material, he could have availed himself of the opportunity.
Based on our findings staff has decided that, in this instance, failing to provide an inspection of a campaign’s books of account does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Mr. Gustavo Montoya about the importance of making campaign books of account open for public inspection during the ten calendar days before an election and to facilitate a timely inspection, the email address listed on the C-1 report for the candidate or campaign committee should be maintained. PDC staff expects in the future that Mr. Montoya will abide by all applicable laws, rules, and guidelines related to the obligations of public inspection of books of account.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on July 17, 2021. The complaint alleged that Thurston County Medic One, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public resources to promote a local ballot measure through the production and distribution of a mailer.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; PDC Interpretation No. 04-02; and the response provided by Sandra Bush on behalf of the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff found no evidence to support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by the Respondent when reviewing the content of the mailer. Further, the written response provided by Sandra Bush showed a sufficient understanding of RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation No. 04-02.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff’s review found the following:
On a C-4 report it filed with the PDC on October 31, 2017, the Respondent described an expenditure as ""political-digital advertising."" Pursuant to WAC 390-16-037, expenditures disclosed on a C-4 report should be described “in detail,” including how the recipient of the expenditure (e.g. vendor) will use the goods and/or services purchased, and numerical descriptions (e.g. the number of items printed).
In it's response to the complaint, the Respondent indicated its belief that the original C-4 report met reporting requirements but nonetheless amended its C-4 report on August 20, 2019 to include additional expenditure details in the interest of transparency.
The Respondent made a minor or ministerial error on its report, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of the error, the Respondent timely amended its report, making the necessary technical correction.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent of the importance of fully and accurately describing expenditures on C-4 reports, found that no further action was warranted, and dismissed the case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/55460 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""55460 People for Moon Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3146/55460%20People%20for%20Moon%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55460 People for Moon PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3146/55460%20People%20for%20Moon%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""55460 People for Moon PAC Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3146/55460%20People%20for%20Moon%20PAC%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/26/2021 11:09:26 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 4268 4945 97535 08/13/2021 08/13/2021 10/05/2021 Lisa Ann Dekker Republican Women of Clallam County Republican Women of Clallam County: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 & .225 by failing to register as a political committee, and report contributions & expenditures. (EY '21; Aug '21) RCW 29B.25.070/42.17A.225, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - OtherThe complaint alleged the Republican Women of Clallam County violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to register as a committee for the 2018 and 2020 elections.
Washington law defines a political committee as any person, group, club, organization, or collection of individuals (except a candidate or individual dealing with his or her own funds) expecting to receive contributions or make expenditures in support of or in opposition to any candidate or ballot proposition. While an organization may be a civic, social, or professional organization primarily, it also may be a political committee if it solicits or receives contributions for the purpose of use in election campaigns or otherwise meets the primary purpose tests outlined in PDC Interpretation 07-02.
The Commission adopted PDC Interpretation 07-02 to provide guidance concerning how the PDC applies the “primary purpose test” for determining a political committee as set forth by court decisions. The Interpretation provides guidance in determining whether an entity that participates in elections by making campaign contributions, but whose campaign activities are only one prong or aspect of an organization’s overall work, is required to register and file reports with the PDC as a “political committee.”
Based on staff findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to register as a committee and report contributions and expenditures during calendar years 2018 and 2020, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Staff is reminding the RWCC to review PDC Interpretation 07-02 and evaluate if ongoing election activity meets the primary purpose test to register as a political committee.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the use of a city-issued email account on a campaign website does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Phil Mark about the importance of statutes and rules regarding theuse of public facilities to promote a candidate and expects Mark to review RCW 42.17A.555, PDC Interpretation 01-03: Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns and ensure any future campaign-related activities fully comply with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.555 states, in part: “No elective official nor any employee of his or her office nor any person appointed to or employed by any public office or agency may use or authorize the use of any of the facilities of a public office or agency, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting a campaign for election of any person to any office or for the promotion of or opposition to any ballot proposition. However, this does not apply to the following activities: (2) A statement by an elected official in support of or in opposition to any ballot proposition at an open press conference or in response to a specific inquiry.”
PDC Interpretation #92-03 states in part the following: ""Open press conference"" for the purpose of RCW 42.17A.555 means a meeting of an elected official with one or more working representatives of the print or broadcast media, to whom an invitation has been generally extended to press representatives in the area or who ordinarily cover the activities of the office. The format of press conferences vary. The official may or may not make an introductory statement or have hand-out materials. However, an ""open"" press conference envisions that there will be an opportunity for press representatives to question the official about the ballot measure at issue.”
On August 9, 2022, Nadine Woodward filed a Candidate Registration seeking re-election to the office City of Spokane Mayor for the 2023 election cycle. Ms. Woodward was elected Mayor of the City of Spokane in 2019 as a first-time candidate.
In 2023, the Spokane County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution No. 22-0824 concerning a proposed sales and use tax increase pursuant to RCW 82.14.450, which if approved, would authorize Spokane County to “impose an additional 0.2% county-wide sales and use tax, commencing April 1, 2024, and terminating December 31, 2054.” The funds raised from the sales and use tax would “be used by the County and Cities and Towns within Spokane County for criminal justice, public safety, and behavioral health purposes” that included building new and/or improving existing jails or correctional facilities as provided in Spokane County Proposition #1. Spokane County Proposition #1 appeared on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
On August 14, 2023, the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office called an open press conference that included Spokane County Sheriff John Nowels; Spokane County Commissioner Mary Kuney; City of Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward; City of Spokane Assistant Police Chief Justin Lundgren. The press conference opened with a 20-minute presentation and discussion from the four officials that included statements concerning Spokane County Proposition #1, as well as other Spokane County criminal justice and safety issues. That was followed by a 25 + minute segment in which the officials took questions from the “press” that was in attendance, providing answers about Proposition #1, as well as crime, drug issues and Spokane County’s correctional and jail facilities.
The September 8, 2023, response from Brian Coddington, the Mayor’s Chief of Staff, stated that Mayor Woodward has used recorded videos as “part of regular weekly communication” with City of Spokane citizens “through a series called ""Walking with Woodward."" He stated the mayor also had “a companion series” of videos entitled ""In Woodward's Words"", and those and other communication outreach efforts dated back up to four years. He stated that “the videos are posted on the mayor’s website and the City's Vimeo channel” and that subscribers and individuals who had signed up or opted in, are sent an email with a link to the videos or other message as individuals who have subscribed to receive those type of communications.
Mr. Coddington stated that the ""Walking with Woodward"" and the ""In Woodward's Words"" communications have resulted in dozens of videos being posted that discussed a wide variety of City of Spokane topics including “public works projects to public safety, neighborhoods, and business development.” He stated Mayor Woodward's comments she made in the press conference was included in a video, entitled ""Mayor shares community, police experience"" and he referred to “the Mayor’s message that the important part of Measure No. 1 is the citizens' opportunity to vote and to express their views.” He stated that Mayor Woodward did not encourage Spokane citizens “to vote a certain way on Measure No. 1” and that she expressed that “her administration's policy approach to public safety needs, improvements to the jail system, that included detention.”
The October 31, 2023, response from the Mayor’s Office to PDC staff included answers to staff questions and/or issues concerning the open press conference, that included the following statements. “The Spokane County Sheriff’s Department invited the Mayor to address the Community relating to Jail overcrowding issues and Measure 1”, and that the press conference was held in the Spokane County Sheriff’s conference room. “It is believed that this is the first ballot measure in the City or County that has occurred during Mayor Woodward’s term” in which she participated in a press conference. And that Mayor Woodward “prepared her own comments. It is unknown if the other participants prepared their own comments.”
In the response received from Lynden Smithson, Spokane City Attorney he stated that: “...Mayor Woodward references Measure 1 for about twenty seconds and even then, she only references the fact that the voters will get to make the decision by voting on the measure. Mayor Woodward did not advocate for or against Measure 1.” He stated that the “rest of the video consisted of Mayor Woodward discussing public safety concerns relating to jail capacity, incarceration and law enforcement, topics that are not exclusion [sic] to Measure 1, but instead are part of the municipal government administration.” When asked about Mayor Woodward’s normal and regular conduct to participate in this type of press conference, Mr. Smithson stated: “It is believed that this is the first ballot measure in the City or County that has occurred during Mayor Woodward’s term.”
Mr. Smithson added that he wanted to clarify that Assistant Spokane Police Chief Justin Lundgren was acting in his official capacity, and that the complaint filed with the PDC did “not make any reference or allegation toward Asst. Police Chief Lundgren.” He stated that Mayor Woodward's statements “made in the Walking with the Mayor video… consists of operational issues relating to jails, incarceration, law enforcement and other public safety issues facing the City of Spokane. He added that the mayor, as the executive officer for the city, was authorized to appear at an open press conference, make those kinds of comment and statements, and “that the statements were factual and did not reference supporting Measure 1.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance.
The ""Walking with Woodward"" and a companion series called ""In Woodward's Words"" has been used by the mayor’s office as part of its outreach and communication strategy with citizens dating back nearly four years. Those outreach efforts are part of the normal and regular conduct of the mayor’s office as one method to communicate with citizens. Thus, the Mayor’s office practice emailing of the video links of ""Walking with Woodward"" and ""In Woodward's Words"" did not violate RCW 42.17A.555.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission denied the Respondent's request to reconsider the Initial Order.
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At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission granted the Respondent's request for Reconsideration and modified the penalty as follows: A total civil penalty of $500 was assessed, with $400 suspended, if the non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days of the Final Order, which is dated 11/8/21.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
This matter was also heard at an October 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting, where the Commission granted the Respondent's request for Reconsideration and VACATED the finding of a violation and penalty.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years. Grant Wagner filed the missing F-1 report on October 27, 2021.
Per Grant Wagner's request, the Commission reconsidered the August 12, 2021 Order on October 28, 2021 and affirmed the civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended if non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the January 27, 2022 Full Enforcement hearing, the Commission heard a request for reconsideration regarding the $250 penalty assessed originally at the Brief Enforcement hearing on July 15, 2021. The determination of the commission in this case is that the request for reconsideration was Denied.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
• 28TH Leg Dist Dems - Victory Fund is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• One complaint was filed alleging late reporting.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The 21-day and 7-day reports were filed on October 8, 2024 and the post primary report was filed on October 9, 2024.
• The Respondent acknowledges that they filed the reports in question late. In their response, the Respondent states that there was a period of transition between their previous treasurer who abdicated the role due to health issues, and the committee retaining a ministerial treasurer.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, 28TH Leg Dist Dems - Victory Fund will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that 28TH Leg Dist Dems - Victory Fund timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Two complaints were filed with the PDC against William Broughton, a 2021 first-time candidate for Mayor in the City of Bremerton, alleging that his Campaign may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.405 for receiving over-limit contributions for a candidate whose name will only be appearing on the general election ballot (PDC Case 97486); and (2) RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely disclose an expenditure for the candidate filing fee (PDC Case 97941).
In order to more efficiently use PDC resources, the two complaints were combined into one complaint resolution letter, that is attached below. The facts for this case, PDC Case 97941, are only being addressed in this case description.
On March 2, 2021, William Broughton filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) report and selected the Full Reporting Option and listed Abby Somers as Ministerial Treasurer. This complaint alleged that the William Broughton Campaign failing to timely disclose an expenditure for the candidate filing fee.
On September 22, 2021, Ms. Somers stated in the response that the candidate decided to “contribute the filing fee to his campaign and I have updated the C-4 to reflect the expense.”
On September 22, 2021, the Campaign filed an amended May 2021 C-4 report, disclosing that $1,700 in monetary contributions had been received, and $2,929.98 in expenditures were made that included a $1,140 expenditure made to the Kitsap County Auditor’s Office on May 19, 2021 for the candidate filing fee.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance the failure to timely disclose the candidate filing fee did not impact the public, and does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. William Broughton was a first-time candidate who was not familiar with the PDC requirements, and the Campaign was responsive and promptly amended the requested C-4 report as soon as this issue was brought to their attention.
However, William Broughton was reminded to timely disclose all contribution and expenditure activities, including the candidate filing fee for the remainder of the 2021 election and for future campaigns.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Per the Respondent's request, this case was scheduled for a Reconsideration Hearing on 1/27/22. At the Reconsideration Hearing, the Commission Vacated the $250 penalty.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
A complaint was filed against Stanley Tombs, a candidate for Sea-Tac City Council in 2021, alleging that the 2021 Stanley Tombs Campaign (Campaign) may have violated RCW 42.17A.220(4) by receiving and depositing anonymous contributions of more than the $300 statutory limitations.
On August 24, 2021, the Campaign filed a C-3 report disclosing $1,460 in monetary contributions had been deposited into the Campaign bank account on August 21, 2021, disclosing five monetary contributions of $25 or more totaling $850, and one $10 small un-itemized contribution. The C-3 report also disclosed $600 in anonymous monetary contributions had been received by the Campaign on August 11, 2021.
On September 21, 2021, the Campaign timely filed an amended C-3 report for the August 24, 2021 C-3 report, listing the same $850 in itemized contributors, but re-classifying the $600 in anonymous contributions and attributing those funds to two contributors. The amended C-3 report disclosed a $500 monetary contribution was received from Tom Dantzler on August 11, 2021, and a $100 monetary contribution was received from Joel Wactel on August 11, 2021.
On September 10, the Campaign filed a C-3 report disclosing $4,650 in total contributions that were all listed as being received and deposited into the Campaign bank account on August 27, 2021. The C-3 report disclosed the receipt of seven itemized contributions of more than $25 totaling $4,050 that included: (1) a $1,000 monetary contribution from the WA Association of Realtors; (2) two $750 monetary contributions from a couple; (3) two $500 monetary contributions from a couple; and (4) two $250 monetary contributions from a business and an individual. The C-3 report also disclosed that $600 in anonymous monetary contributions had been received and deposited into the Campaign bank account on August 27, 2021.
On September 21, 2021, the Campaign timely filed an amended C-3 report for the September 10, 2021 C-3 report, listing the same $4,050 in itemized monetary contributions received, however the amended information did not include the $600 in previously disclosed anonymous and the total deposit was only for $4,050.
The Campaign deleted the $600 in anonymous contributions in the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA), since it was a duplicate of the $600 in anonymous contributions that had been incorrectly disclosed on the August 24, 2021 C-3 report. Sandra Bensley, Treasurer stated that the Campaign inadvertently double reported the $600 in anonymous contributions as having been received on August 11th and 27th respectively.
Based on these findings staff has determined, in this instance, the Campaign disclosed $600 in monetary contributions received as anonymous contributions on a C-3 report since they did not have the contributor information at the time the report was due. The Campaign then inadvertently duplicated the error by disclosing the same $600 in anonymous contributions on a subsequent C-3 report.
The $600 in itemized contributions that were ultimately listed on an amended C-3 report with contributor name, address and other information, were otherwise, timely disclosed contributions that does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation or any enforcement action. RCW 42.17A.005(52) defines ""Technical correction"" to mean “the correction of a minor or ministerial error in a required report that does not materially harm the public interest and needs to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of this chapter.”
The 2021 Stanley Tombs Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on two C-3 reports filed in late August and early September of 2021 that initially included the reporting of anonymous contributions. The contributions were received and reported after the 2021 primary election, and the Campaign timely filed amended C-3 reports well before the 2021 general election identifying the source of the contributions. Thus, the reporting discrepancy did not materially impact the public.
Upon notification of the error, the Campaign made the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff by filing two amended C-3 reports to bring the Campaign back into compliance and identifying the source of the $600 in anonymous contributions received. The PDC has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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Based on PDC staff findings, and the fact Cato was educated in 2017 by PDC staff on the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 reports and was aware of the Mini Reporting option, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, while the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Tiniell Cato will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Tiniell Cato will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) as required by campaigns under the “Full Reporting” option during the 2025 election.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding Kim Harless about the importance of timely reporting campaign contribution reports. Ms. Harless is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance there is no evidence supporting a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC dismissed the alleged violation of WAC 390-16-238(1) in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
In review of Campbell’s campaign finance reports, PDC staff found Campbell timely filed a 21-day pre-primary Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) report on July 13, 2021 and a 7-day pre-primary C-4 report on July 26, 2021. Both reports listed zero contribution or expenditure activity. The filing fee for Bremerton City Council is approximately $145. Based on Campbell’s registering with the PDC under Full Reporting, Campbell is required to file, at minimum, a June 2021 C-4 report and a post-primary C-4 report.
Campbell will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Campbell will timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/52807 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""52807 Shridhar Preeti Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3058/52807%20Shridhar%20Preeti%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""52807 Shridhar Preeti Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3058/52807%20Shridhar%20Preeti%20Complaint%20With%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/26/2019 05:57:22 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 4323 4954 97850 08/18/2021 08/18/2021 09/02/2021 Brigid C Nelson Misipati Semi Bird Bird, Misipati Semi: Alleged violation of WAC 390-16-105, RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by exceeding $5,000 mini-reporting contribution limit & failing to report contributions & expenditures. (EY '21; Aug '21) WAC 390-16-105, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - LocalThis complaint alleged that Misipati Semi Bird (the “Respondent”), a candidate for School Director for Richland School District 400, may have violated WAC 390-16-105 by raising more than $5,000, thereby exceeding the mini-reporting contribution limit. The complaint also alleged that the Respondent may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by failing to report contributions and expenditures, as required for a candidate that no longer qualifies for the mini-reporting option.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and the filing history of the Respondent and found the following:
The Respondent requested a change from Mini to Full Reporting for his campaign committee on 6/12/21. Part of this process involves reporting past contributions & expenditures on C-3 & C-4 reports.
The Respondent's campaign filed several reports between 5/20/21 - 7/15/21, indicating the Respondent made a series of in-kind contributions/loans and direct in-kind contributions to his own campaign, which were expended for campaign signs, printing, and Presscats. The manner in which this information was initially disclosed on reports gave the erroneous impression that the candidate's campaign had exceeded the Mini Reporting limits, when in fact it had not.
The Respondent's campaign worked with PDC staff to amend the reported information, making the necessary technical corrections, and the change from Mini to Full Reporting was approved by the PDC on 8/27/21.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on July 2, 2021. The complaint alleged that Joshua Harem, a candidate for City of Puyallup City Council in the 2021 primary election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely register as a candidate within two weeks of submitting a Declaration of Candidacy (DOC); (2) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (3) RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of submitting a DOC.
During the investigation, staff found no evidence showing that Mr. Harem has engaged in any campaign activities in conflict with the conditions agreed upon in the signed notice of termination. In addition, staff found no evidence that Mr. Harem engaged in campaign activities requiring disclosure under RCW 42.17A.235 or .240.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports as a 2021 candidate within two weeks of declaring candidacy does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Joshua Harem about the importance of the timely registration and disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, personal financial information, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged violations ofRCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240, .320, .435, and .440 due to campaign signs in support of the Respondent that show sponsorship by an unregistered entity calling itself the “Badass Feministsof Kenmore” does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on staff findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, based on the fact PDC staff previously reminded Soleil Lewis regarding the importance of timely reporting expenditures, and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Soleil Lewis will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Soleil Lewis will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 3, 2021, Brian Wiklem filed a candidate registration declaring his candidacy as a write-in candidate for Mayor of Camas in the 2021 election, selecting the Mini Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Wiklem was a first-time candidate for public office in 2021.
Mr. Wiklem stated the Campaign website was not launched in July as alleged in the complaint, but instead he merely registered the domain name in July of 2021. He stated the website did not go public or live until later in August.
On September 14, 2021, Mr. Wiklem stated that he was “no longer running as a write in candidate. My website (fixcamas.com) has removed all traces of myself as a write-in candidate (and has transitioned into a blog) and I've also begun removing signs.”
Mr. Wiklem stated that his Campaign expenditures for his brief write-in candidacy totaled $344.12, and those Campaign activities included: (1) website registration for fixcamas.com (Godaddy, $53.95); (2) Printed signs for fixcamas.com (Gotprint, $237.42); and (3) website construction (Fiverr, $52.75). He stated he used personal funds to pay for all his Campaign expenditures, he did not solicit or receive any contributions, and that the Fixcamas.com is still up and running. He removed all information related to his write-in candidacy from the website in early September, and stated his Campaign website was “only live for 4 weeks from early August to early September.”
Mr. Wiklem discontinued his campaign prior to filing an F-1 report. Staff reviewed the November 2, 2021, general election results posted by Clark County Elections and found Steve Hogan received 3,644 votes, Jennifer Senescu received 2,690 votes, and there were 19 write-in votes cast for Mayor for the City of Camas as of November 8, 2021.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance that Mr. Wiklem was a first-time candidate for public office who conducted a short-term write-in candidacy for Mayor of Camas between the August 3, 2021, primary election, and the November 2, 2021, general election. PDC staff does not believe these facts amount to a material violation warranting further investigation or any enforcement action. PDC staff will be sending Brian Wiklem a letter reminding him about the importance of timely filing a candidate registration and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of declaring his candidacy in the future, even for a write-in candidacy.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Joshua Harris dated June 22, 2022, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held July 11, 2022, remotely from Olympia, WA by live audio and online transmission, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy, disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Fred Jarrett was the Presiding Officer and Commissioner Nancy Isserlis attended. The Commission staff was represented by Compliance Coordinators Tabatha Blacksmith and Jordan Campbell, and Compliance Officers Jennifer Hansen and Alice Fiman. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written material.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Joshua Harris is assessed a total civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the candidate F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, of which $125 is suspended.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
It is further ordered that $125 of the $250 civil penalty is suspended upon the following conditions:
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 27 of July 2022.
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On October 29 and November 1, 2021, two additional complaints were filed with the PDC against the Joshua Binda Campaign alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and 240 by failing to timely and accurately provide the required expenditure details for Campaign related expenditures disclosed on the Campaign’s Summary Full Report of Contributions and Expenditures (C-4 reports). The complainants also alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.445, claiming that Mr. Binda made expenditures using Campaign funds for activities that were not directly related to his candidacy for Lynnwood City Council.
On January 20, 2022, the PDC conducted an Initial Hearing (Case Review Status) and opened a formal investigation against the 2021 Joshua Binda Campaign.
An Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) before the Full Commission was conducted on January 26, 2023, in which Mr. Binda participated by telephone.
The Commission found that Joshua Binda, a first-time candidate seeking the office of Lynnwood City Council in 2021, violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.445 and WAC 390-16-238 by making multiple expenditures using 2021 Joshua Binda for Lynnwood City Council Campaign (Campaign) funds for goods or services that were not directly related to the Campaign, and so were personal in nature; and (2) RCW 42.17.235 and .240 by failing to timely file the 2021 Post-General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Campaign.
The Commission assessed a civil penalty of $1,000 with $500 suspended against Joshua Binda, based on on the following conditions: (1) The non-suspended portion ($500) of the $1,000 civil penalty for improper personal use of campaign funds and the failure to timely file the C-4 report for 2021 in violation of RCW 42.17A.445 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, respectively, is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Final Order; (2) Mr. Binda remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order; and (3) The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
If the Respondent fails to meet the conditions in Section III(1) of this order within 30 days of the date of this order, the suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due and the matter may be sent to collection or brought to Superior Court as allowed by law without further action by the Commission.
The following is the information contained in the Notice of Administrative Charges issued by PDC Staff:
On February 27, 2021, Joshua Binda, a first-time candidate for public office, filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for Lynnwood City Council, Position 3. Mr. Binda selected the Full Reporting Option, and listed Kyler Parris as the Campaign Manager and himself as the Treasurer.
Mr. Binda improperly used $2,742.49 in Campaign funds for the following non-Campaign related expenditures: (1) Versace - $1,563.58; (2) Dental - $326.90; (3) Necklace - $88.00; (4) Haircut - $163.00; (5) Tickets - $91.25; (6) Airfare - $260.60; (7) Haircut - $65.00; and (8) Vivid seats - $184.16.
Mr. Binda used his personal funds to reimburse his Campaign for the non-campaign related expenditures listed above. Mr. Binda’s personal contributions included two candidate reimbursements totaling $967.59 that were made more than seven weeks prior to the time several PDC complaints were filed against him, as well as prior to the November 2, 2021, general election date. The contributions included: (1) $185 contributed on September 15, 2021; and (2) $782.59 contributed on September 21, 202. Mr. Binda made another $1,975.50 contribution to his Campaign on October 31, 2021, three days prior to the November 2, 2021, general election date. In total, Mr. Binda used personal funds to reimburse his Campaign a total of $2,913.09.
Separately, as a candidate under the Full Reporting option appearing on the 2021 general election ballot, Mr. Binda was required to file a Post-General Election C-4 report no later than December 10, 2021, covering the period from October 26 through November 30, 2021.
On September 16, 2022, the Campaign filed a combined C-4 report that included contribution and expenditure activities covering the period of October 26 through November 30, 2021, and December 1 through 31, 2021.
The C-4 report disclosed $2,390.50 in monetary contributions received; two in-kind contributions received totaling $453.49; and no expenditures made or orders-placed. The Post-General Election C-4 report was filed 280 days late in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
See PDC Case 100348 for penalty details
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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BORPELS is and has been an independent state agency for years, which relied on the Department of Licensing for certain administrative and other functions, including assistance with management of BORPELS's budget. During the 2019 Legislative Session, legislation was proposed, House Bill 1176 and Senate Bill 5443, that if approved would make BORPELS an independent state agency responsible for its own budget and administrative functions.
On December 12, 2019, PDC staff held an Initial Hearing (Case status review) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071, and opened a formal investigation concerning this matter.
Staff's investigation found that Mr. Fuller sent out emails using his BORPELS computer, state email address, and on state time that were either cc’d or emailed directly to individuals and organizations outside the permitted BORPELS communication channels in violation of RCW 42.17A.635. While some of the emails were also sent or cc’d to BORPELS Board members, the emails contained “calls to action” and indirect lobbying appeals to contact legislators outside the agency’s normal communication email channel for lobbying as detailed in the Report of Investigation.
In the responses to the allegations and staff's inquiries, Mr. Fuller estimated that “he spent 20 hours during the 2019 legislative session preparing and sending emails to non-BORPELS members requesting that they contact legislators or the Governor’s office to express support for pending legislation, SB 5443 and HB 1176. The estimated time includes direct emails Mr. Fuller sent to non-BORPELS members, as well as cc’d copies to non-BORPELS members of emails that were primarily directed to BORPELS members, and also included the time spent Mr. Fuller developing those communications such as preparing sample communications to send to legislators and legislative member email address lists.
Mr. Fuller estimated that he had an additional two hours of telephone conversations during the 2019 session requesting that non-BORPELS members contact legislators or the Governor’s office in support of the two bills. He stated he believed this was the extent “for sake of argument, the PDC could consider indirect lobbying” and the emails provided ""general information and answered others’ questions about the impact of the legislative proposals, but this was not connected with any request for legislative support and thus is not indirect lobbying.”
The legislation was overwhelmingly approved during the 2019 Legislative Session, and BORPELS is an independent state agency with its own administrative, budget and management authority.
Mr. Fuller stated “I understand the complaint…also alleged that I acted improperly by directly lobbying legislators and the Governor's office in support of HB 1176 and SB 5443. All such direct lobbying was for official purposes and through official channels and was thus lawful. “The complaint filed also alleged that I engaged in a grass roots lobbying campaign… My conduct did not amount to such a violation, because no covered expenditures were made to present a program to the public within the meaning of the section. Last, the complaint filed alleged that I personally benefited from the proposed legislation and abused my authority to negotiate with private organizations in exchange for their legislative support.""
“There is no merit to these allegations. I hereby enter this (SOU) with respect to indirect lobbying violations in consideration of and with the understanding that the PDC will close the complaint with no findings of violation with respect to the other complaint allegations. Concurrent herewith, I am also executing a Statement of Understanding as it relates to the failure of BORPELS to timely file lobbying reports for Q1/2019 and Q2/2019, which the PDC raised on its own initiative in the course of investigating the complaint.”
On April 24, 2020, PDC received a completed Statement Of Understanding (SOU) and a $150 civil penalty payment from Ken Fuller. The $150 civil penalty assessed against Mr. Fuller in this matter was done in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). By completing the SOU, Mr. Fuller acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.635 by using BORPELS equipment, resources and staff time to engage in an indirect lobbying effort in support of legislation.
Based on this information and the facts, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that the Respondent used the title of “Jeni Listens,” a regularly scheduled session/platform she associated with her official capacity/office as a City of Gig Harbor council member and used her city email address, to promote a 2023 political candidate. While no city resources were used in the distribution of the September 2023 email or the subsequent gathering, and the Respondent took steps to distinguish the communication, the average recipient of the message might have understandably concluded that the invitation was part of the respondent’s ongoing official city correspondence related to the Respondent official capacity as a sitting city council member.
Based on staff’s findings, a formal warning was issued to the Respondent in this matter and this matter dismissed by the PDC staff in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response(s) provided by Senator Ericksen and Jay Rodne in a related case (PDC Case 50329), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The written responses from Senator Ericksen and Jay Rodne, confirm that Pac Rim Bridges, LLC and its two named governors, do not meet the statutory definition of a lobbyist and that neither Pac Rim nor Senator Ericksen have engaged in lobbying activities that would require registration with the PDC.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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HEATHER WILLIAMS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged Partnering for Spokane's Future PAC (Committee) a 2018 election-year only committee formed to support Proposition No. 1, the City of Spokane Public Library General Obligation Bond measure, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditure detail on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports.
Based on PDC findings, and the fact the Committee made good faith efforts to comply with the reporting requirements of RCW 42.17A.240 concerning expenditures undertaken by the campaign on their C-4 reports, the public was not deprived of critical information as the dates, amounts, and purposes of the expenditures were disclosed, staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditure detail does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Partnering for Spokane's Future PAC about the importance of filingtimely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a candidate for State Senate in Legislative District 17 under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election
• On October 16, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging failure to provide complete expenditure details.
• On November 7, 2024, the respondent amended their reports to reflect the missing expenditure details.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Two complaints were filed against the City of Newcastle alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by using city facilities to produce and distribute electronically and to post on the cities website two sets of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) in support of Referendum 2, a City of Newcastle ballot measure concerning utility taxes on the November 3, 2020 general election ballot.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555 no public facilities can be used by or authorized to be used directly or indirectly by any local elected or appointed official or public employee, to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition. In addition, WAC 390-05-271(2) states that “RCW 42.17A.555 does not prevent a public office or agency from… (b) making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition, if such action is part of the normal and regular conduct of the office or agency.""
Staff reviewed the September 18, and October 1, 2020, versions of the FAQ which provided information concerning: (1) why the Newcastle City Council felt a three percent utility tax was needed at this time; (2) the cities revenue forecast projected future budget shortfalls; (3) that the City of Newcastle was one of only three municipalities in King County without a utility tax; (4) which at utilities would be subject to the utility tax and how the utility tax would be applied; and (5) the impacts of approving and rejecting the utility tax.
The FAQ information discussed the city currently has three primary sources of revenue, property and sales taxes, and development fees, that the costs of city services, are rising especially for public safety like police and fire departments, and the existing revenues are not adequate to keep pace. The FAQ stated: (1) the three percent tax would apply to electricity and natural gas, water, sewer, garbage, cable TV and phone voice fees; (2) the average household in the City of Newcastle would pay between $8 to $14 per month in utility fees; (3) cable internet, stormwater, mobile phone text, data and non-voice fees were not subject to the utility tax; and (4) that if Referendum 2 was approved, the utility tax was estimated to generate approximately $880,000 in revenue annually, to pay for fire and police services and the projected costs increases for those contracted services in the future.
The FAQ stated if Referendum 2 was rejected, “it is projected that the City will have an approximately $1 million shortfall in the 2021 budget alone and will need to consider cutting public safety (police and fire) and other services.""
Dawn Reitan, an attorney with Inslee Best submitted the response on behalf of the City of Newcastle stating that the complainants did not discuss the ""normal and regular"" exemption found in the statute RCW 42.17A.555, the PDC rules and interpretation which provides the City of Newcastle with the authority to post the FAQ information about Referendum 2. She included Attachment 6 to the response letter which listed the city’s “News Items Dealing with Utility Tax, Budget or Fiscal Sustainability” that included information dating back to March 20, 2018 to present.
Ms. Reitan stated that the City of Newcastle was not required to provide information in the FAQ about other financial alternatives to the utility tax, as noted by the complainants who were opposed to the utility taxes, and who “preferred alternatives to addressing fiscal sustainability.” She stated that the FAQ provided fair and objective information to citizens about the City of Newcastle proposed utility taxes, that the information was consistent with the Ordinance findings the Fiscal Sustainability Plan, and the 2020 budget adopted by the City Council which forecasted deficit spending.
Ms. Rietan stated that the FAQ provided information related to the potential impacts to the City of Newcastle operations if the Ordinance is approved or rejected under the Referendum, and added that the information included in the FAQ was consistent with PDC Guidelines found in PDC Interpretation #04-02, and the information distributed informed residents of the City of Newcastle public safety needs and costs.
Staff found that the content of the two versions of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) concerning the City of Newcastle’s Referendum 2, to be a fair and objective presentation of the facts. The FAQ was part of the cities normal and regular conduct for communicating information about the maintenance and operations of the city to its residents. In addition, the two versions of the FAQ were produced and distributed in accordance with PDC Interpretation #04-02 Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
A complaint was filed alleging that Newcastle Watchdogs violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and report as a political committee with the PDC as a political committee in support of Referendum 2, a local ballot measure on the November 3, 2020 general election ballot concerning a utility tax in the City of Newcastle.
Newcastle Watchdogs (NW) was founded in 2016 by Nola Coston and Bill Erxleben as a “volunteer group of concerned citizens, who came together because of a deep concern about mismanagement of city funds, deficit budgets, and a vote on a proposed new 4% utility tax. We exchanged email addresses for communication purposes, and that was the beginning of the NW email list.” NW is not a regularly scheduled publication, there are no subscribers or members, and she and Mr. Erxleben randomly distribute information by email as issues and/or needs arise.
Ms. Coston stated that since June 2, 2020, “our position papers have focused on the City's budget deficit, PDC RCW violations by the City Manager, and the money behind a well-funded Newcastle PAC supporting the utility tax.” She stated that NW’s most recent position paper is entitled “FAQ’s Not Found on Newcastle City’s Website” which was distributed on October 23, 2020.
Ms. Coston stated NW is a group of Newcastle residents who spend and use their own personal funds and resources to promote NW.Ms. Coston stated a local resident created a NW Facebook page where people can subscribe to our email list, and in 2020 a resident assisted her in setting up an email service with MailChimp for $55 a month, which expires at the end of each month. She stated other citizens have also assisted in helping pay for the monthly email service to continue and added that is the only ongoing NW expense. She stated after the City of Newcastle’s June 2, 2020 passage of the utility tax, citizens circulated petitions and collected 1,138 signatures to force a referendum, and that NW communicated with residents and provided links to residents concerning registering to vote, voting and how to track their ballot.
Ms. Coston stated that NW informed citizens how to obtain a copy of the referendum petition, the city ordinance, and “informed citizens how to gather signatures in compliance with city requirements. Then, we informed citizens that 1665 signatures were submitted to city hall and later, we informed citizens that King County Elections placed Referendum 2 on the ballot.”
Ms. Coston stated that the complaint filed with the PDC included “copies of fliers printed by citizens, distributed by citizens, and email communications distributed free via Gmail and social media.” .” She stated that the complaint filed with the PDC included “copies of fliers printed by citizens, distributed by citizens, and email communications distributed free via Gmail and social media.” She stated those activities were not undertaken by NW, that NW did not make expenditures or pool any monies with any individuals to assist in any of those activities and added NW “did not print nor distribute any petitions concerning Referendum 2.” She stated NW did not incur any expenses for the petitions, and that “As a private citizen, expressing free speech rights, I collected a few signatures, but not many, for I was busy monitoring city council meetings and answering questions from citizens.”
Ms. Coston stated concerning the Glen Morgan/We the Governed digital publication entitled “Is the City of Newcastle on an Unsustainable Financial Path” that it was an issues-oriented publication which did not mention any candidates or ballot propositions. Staff reviewed the August 31, 2020, publication produced and narrated by Mr. Morgan which began by stating “Newcastle Citizens are concerned about the City of Newcastle’s tax increase proposals and unsustainable spending”, and discussed he had been born and raised in Newcastle on a 20-acre parcel/farm.
The publication went on to state the following: “In Newcastle today, the bloat of bureaucracy is ascendant, and (as always) they want to raise taxes to cover their unsustainable expansion. A city like Newcastle has only one viable sustainable option – keep taxes low by restraining the bloat of bureaucracy. Don’t hire more central planners, stop hiring consultants for every whim and fancy the City Manager cooks up, and reduce the paid staff to the bare minimum.” Mr. Morgan stated that the City of Newcastle contracts with the City of Bellevue for fire and police services, and the City of Mercer Island for district court services, and added that there was “no need for a large paid staff, yet the bureaucracy from the City Manager to the feeding frenzy of consultants are always pushing for more hires, more plans, and more escalating costs.” While critical of the City of Newcastle and its elected officials, the information did not support or oppose any candidates.
Staff also reviewed a document entitled “FAQ’s Not Found on Newcastle City’s Website” which she indicated was NW most recent position paper, and staff’s review found the document did not state, reference or infer that recipients should either vote yes or no on Referendum 2. The FAQ began with the question of “Are Newcastle property taxes high, and then compared the property taxes on a $700,000 home in Newcastle with that of Bellevue, Renton and Issaquah, which staff noted was not a fair or balanced comparison. The FAQ went on to discuss the City Newcastle’s taxes, the utility tax, and that the Newcastle Golf Club is the city’s largest employer, and whether or not the Golf Club was paying “...its fair share of taxes.”
The FAQ also discussed the salary of the Newcastle City Manager and compared his salary with that of the Renton City Administrator, the Bellevue City Manager, and Governor Inslee. The FAQ did mention that the “Friends for Newcastle PAC” were supporting the utility tax and that the committee about 30 people, that included four of the councilmembers who voted for the utility tax. The FAQ stated one of their political advertisements stated, “that the opposition to the utility tax was from a small group of anti-tax activists” and questioned whether or not that was true. The FAQ discussed the city’s 2021 budget, and that if the utility tax is defeated “the preliminary plan is the deplete the general fund reserve to cover the deficit rather than make any cuts.”
No evidence was found that NW solicited or accepted contributions in order to make expenditures in support of any candidate or ballot proposition, including Referendum 2 and thus did not meet the definition of a political committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A or WAC 390. Staff’s review of the 2020 FAQ sponsored by Newcastle Watchdog and the publication “Is the City of Newcastle on an Unsustainable Financial Path” by Mr. Morgan found that the content did not indicate opposition or a “No Vote” for Referendum 2. The NW position papers previously posted or distributed by Newcastle Watchdog while critical of some of the City of Newcastle policies, elected officials, and budgetary decisions, those papers did not directly appear to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition.
Based on this information, PDC staff found no evidence that would constitute a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the responses provided by the Respondent to determine whether they supported a finding of one or more violations. Staff's review found the following:
The Respondent sponsored a political ad supporting Prop 1 fire bond that included an address of ""1901 N LaVenture, ATTN Union Mail Box, Mount Vernon, WA 98273,"" the address used by the City of Mt. Vernon Fire Dept., its administrative staff, and Fire Station 2. The mailer clearly identified the Respondent as its sponsor, as required under RCW 42.17A.320, and included a specific reference to the union's mailbox. The Respondent timely filed the necessary C-6 reports with the PDC, disclosing its independent expenditures pertaining to Prop 1.
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected officials and employees of public offices and agencies from using or authorizing the use of public office/agency facilities to promote or oppose any ballot proposition. Activities exempted from this prohibition include, but are not limited to, activities that are ""part of the normal and regular conduct of the office or agency."" However, whereas a union is not an elected official or public employee, it cannot violate RCW 42.17A.555.
The Respondent stated it has maintained a mailbox at 1901 N LaVenture Rd Mt. Vernon, WA 98273 for approximately 20 years and such access is a prevailing right under its collective bargaining agreement with the City of Mt. Vernon. The Respondent indicated that the mailer was created by union members during non-work hours on personal, home computers and sent to a printer via personal email. The Respondent also indicated that ""no materials were created or distributed at or from any facility at any time and no campaign activity took place outside of regularly scheduled union meetings.""
As a public agency, the City of Mt. Vernon is subject to RCW 42.17A.555. However, the city's practice of allowing the Respondent to use a mailbox located at its fire station appears to be normal and regular conduct for the city under WAC 390-05-273 because the activity is lawful, authorized by the city, and usual (not extraordinary) given the fact that the Respondent has received correspondence of all kinds via the mailbox for several years.
Based on these findings, PDC staff determined that the Respondent's use of a mailbox located on city property - and the disclosure of this address in political advertising - does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the two complaints filed on September 18, 2020 and October 8, 2020. The complaints alleged that Gary Edwards, an incumbent Thurston County Commissioner, District 2 and candidate in the 2020 election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify the sponsor on a political advertisement video; (2) RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities for an election campaign; and (3) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose the sponsor's address on a political advertisement mailer.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Gary Edwards (the “Respondent”); PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Gary Edwards is a current elected official and was re-elected in the November 3, 2020 general election. It appears that his failure to disclose a complete sponsor identification for an online political advertisement video and a mailer sponsored by his campaign, was inadvertent and not meant to conceal the sponsor from the public. Although Commissioner Edwards responded promptly to the complaint and made the necessary corrections to the online video, staff found that the limited sponsor information originally included in the online video was vague and could have been misconstrued as an independent expenditure done by a third party rather than by the Edwards Campaign.
Staff found that the lack of an address on the mailer, although required, did not generally create confusion as to the sponsor of the advertisement. However, staff noted that the sponsor name originally used on the mailer did not match the name identified on the C-1 report until the C-1 was amended.
Finally, staff found the prompt response and remedy to remove visual images of Commissioner Edwards’ official Thurston County name plate from the video was sufficient in this instance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the full required sponsor identification in an online video advertisement and mailer, and the limited use of an official name plate in a video advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Gary Edwards will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclosure the required sponsor name and address in an online video advertisement produced and distributed by his campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Edwards will review all future political advertisements prior to their distribution to ensure they include the required sponsor information. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminding Mr. Edwards about the importance of including a complete and accurate sponsor identification on written political advertisements and the prohibitions against the use of public facilities to support or oppose election campaigns, in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Gary Edwards (the “Respondent”); PDC Interpretation 04-02; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Gary Edwards is a current elected official and was re-elected in the November 3, 2020 general election. It appears that his failure to disclose a complete sponsor identification for an online political advertisement video and a mailer sponsored by his campaign, was inadvertent and not meant to conceal the sponsor from the public. Although Commissioner Edwards responded promptly to the complaint and made the necessary corrections to the online video, staff found that the limited sponsor information originally included in the online video was vague and could have been misconstrued as an independent expenditure done by a third party rather than by the Edwards Campaign.
Staff found that the lack of an address on the mailer, although required, did not generally create confusion as to the sponsor of the advertisement. However, staff noted that the sponsor name originally used on the mailer did not match the name identified on the C-1 report until the C-1 was amended.
Finally, staff found the prompt response and remedy to remove visual images of Commissioner Edwards’ official Thurston County name plate from the video was sufficient in this instance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the full required sponsor identification in an online video advertisement and mailer, and the limited use of an official name plate in a video advertisement, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Gary Edwards will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclosure the required sponsor name and address in an online video advertisement produced and distributed by his campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Edwards will review all future political advertisements prior to their distribution to ensure they include the required sponsor information. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminding Mr. Edwards about the importance of including a complete and accurate sponsor identification on written political advertisements and the prohibitions against the use of public facilities to support or oppose election campaigns, in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaints alleged Justin Daniels violated RCW 42.17A.700 and .710 by failing to timely and accurately file a financial affairs (F-1) statement.
On February 26, 2022, Daniels filed an amended F-1 report listing a spouse or registered partner (Nicole Daniels), income (Peninsula topsoil and Psns), assets (retirement plan), real estate (mortgage), and debt (auto).
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file financial affairs statement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Justin Daniels will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Justin Daniels timely and accurately file all future required financial affairs reports as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Regarding the late C-6 filing, it appears that this was likely due to Mr. Landau’s technical difficulties with the C-6 filing application. Staff noted, however, that Mr. Landau successfully filed a C-6 report in calendar year 2019 after encountering the same technical issue. Concerning the missing sponsor identification, staff found no evidence that Mr. Landau purposely failed to include complete sponsor identification on two political advertisements he sponsored that appeared in the same newspaper one week apart or that he otherwise attempted to mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, submittal of a C-6 report disclosing an independent expenditure two days late and failure to include required sponsor identification on two political advertisements does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Seth Landau will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose independent expenditures within five days and failure to include full sponsor identification on a political advertisement sponsored by him. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Landau timely files all future required reports of independent expenditures and that he ensures the required sponsor id is included on political advertisements he sponsors. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $300 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $150 within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Melanie Klitzke on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Committee was aware of the “Top Five Contributors” requirement for independent expenditures and electioneering communications and included an accurate disclaimer at the time the postcard was submitted to a third-party vendor for publication which was prior to date the Lisa Brown for Congress contribution was received.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Per the Respondent's request, the Commission reconsidered the August 12, 2021 Order on October 28, 2021 and affirmed the $250 penalty with $150 suspended if non-suspended $100 is paid within 30 days.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer Charlotte Benjamin on behalf of Craig Chamberlin (the “Respondent”); and PDC Interpretation 04-02, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the uniform worn by Craig Chamberlin in photos posted to his 2022 Spokane County Sheriff Campaign were purchased and owned by him and not by the county. In addition, the photo of Deputy Chamberlin on a motorcycle with the word “sheriff” visible on the side was taken at least eight years ago by a local newspaper for a non-campaign related purpose and a copy of the photo was given to the Respondent several years prior to the start of his 2022 campaign and at no cost to him.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation and the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and a $100 civil penalty.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $250 penalty with $125 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commissioner Fred Jarrett was the Presiding Officer and Commissioner Nancy Isserlis attended. The Commission staff was represented by Compliance Officer Jennifer Hansen. Robert Apple participated in the hearing remotely and provided verbal testimony.
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
On May 17, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging that Kate Espy, an appointed Board Member for South Kitsap School District No. 402, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) within 14 days of being appointed to the school board.
While staff’s review found that Kate Espy failed to file a Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1) within 14 days of sworn in as a council member, she was a first-time appointee who was not familiar with the F-1 requirements for an appointed political position.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to Kate Espy for violating the statutory requirements in RCW 42.17A.700. In the Warning letter, Ms. Espy was informed the Commission will consider the formal written warning issued by staff in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-149 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14-149 Kinzer.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3993/14-149%20Kinzer.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14-149 Kinzer"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Brenda Kinzer"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/17/2026 11:29:41 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4391 3005 16-039 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT RONNIE LITTLE RONNIE LITTLE ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "The following allegation has been made against the respondent RONNIE LITTLE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order:7/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2013
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-131 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""141-131 Crane Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3992/141-131%20Crane%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""141-131 Crane Order"", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Priscilla Crane"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/17/2026 11:31:06 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4393 3561 69913 05/05/2020 05/05/2020 04/02/2021 Gregory Allen Pratt; and Lori Shavlik Fortney Recall Legal Defense Fund Fortney Recall Legal Defense Fund: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240 & .405 for failure to register as a political committee, report contributions & expenditures, and by accepting over-limit contribution. (May 2020) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - OtherOn January 8, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, an incumbent City of Lynnwood council member and a candidate for re-election to the same office in the 2023 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to timely and accurately disclose income and funds received by a business entity that she owns and/or serves as an officer, director or general partner on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report for year 2022, as required by the statutory scheme.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to disclose funds received from a government agency where she held office in 2022. Specifically, staff noted that WA-Gro Foundation, a business entity where the Respondent served as an officer (President), received $500 in government funds from the City of Lynnwood and failed to report it on her 2022 F-1 report.
Based on staff’s findings, a formal warning was issued to the Respondent in this matter and the complaint dismissed by the PDC staff in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our case review staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the February 2024 Special Election committee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Committee to Support Deer Park Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), showing contributions and expenditures undertaken by a political committee. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to file accurate and timely reports of contributions and expenditures in the ORCA system. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Citizens for Kelso Schools Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on campaign reports (C-3 and C-4 reports) disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee for the 2024 Special Election. The $150 penalty assessed resolves these violations.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file C-3 reports does not amount a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Lacrecia Hill about the importance of filing timely, accurate and complete reports in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Battle Ground Citizens for Better Schools originally filed its 21-day pre-election C-4 on Feb. 2, 2024 and its 7-day pre-election C-4 on Feb. 6, 2024. The 21-day pre-election report was filed 10 days late, but prior to the 2024 Special Election. The 7-day pre-election C-4 was filed timely.
Both reports failed to list expenditure detail for postcards and other printed materials. On March 6 and 7, 2024, the treasurer updated the Committee’s C-4 reports, adding the required expenditure detail.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the required information does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Battle Ground Citizens for Better Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91654 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91654 Jill Ogden LLC 2019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4084/91654%20Jill%20Ogden%20LLC%202019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Case 91654 - Jill Ogden LLC - Statement of Understanding - 6.10.2021.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4084/Case%2091654%20-%20Jill%20Ogden%20LLC%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding%20-%206.10.2021.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Case 91654 - Jill Ogden LLC - Statement of Understanding - 6.10.2021"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91654 Jill Ogden LLC SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4084/91654%20Jill%20Ogden%20LLC%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jill Ogden LLC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Resolved through Statement of Understanding""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/09/2022 12:54:37 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4408 4078 91647 05/28/2021 06/24/2021 PDC Staff Global Mobile Global Mobile: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91647 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91647 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4078/PDC%20Case%2091647%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91647 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""91647 Global Mobile 2019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4078/91647%20Global%20Mobile%202019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91647 Global Mobile SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4078/91647%20Global%20Mobile%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Global Mobile"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/09/2022 12:58:13 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4409 6689 153470 12/14/2023 12/13/2023 06/03/2024 Conner Edwards HARDIMAN GARY HARDIMAN GARY: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, DEC24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Citizens for Bellingham Schools, the committee supporting Bellingham School District 501 levy, bond or advisory votes, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee during the 2024 February Special Election.
Citizens for Bellingham Schools originally filed its 21-day pre-election C-4 on Jan. 25, 2024. The report was filed two days late, but prior to the 2024 Special Election.
The 7-day pre-election C-4 and post-election C-4s were filed timely.
Once notified by PDC staff, the Citizens for Bellingham Schools updated the 7-day pre-election C-4 report and the post-election C-4 report to add missing expenditure details.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Bellingham Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.205 requires a person, group, club, organization, or collection of individuals (except an individual using their own funds) that expects to receive contributions or make expenditures in support of or opposition to any candidate or ballot measure to register with the PDC.
PDC staff contacted John Johanson once staff determined Johanson created the website votenobondandlevy.com. There are no 2023 or 2024 contributions from John Johanson listed in PDC reports. RCW 42.17A.205 excludes an individual using their own funds from registration requirements.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires all written political advertising to include the name and address of the sponsor, and this information must be set apart from any other printed matter. WAC 390-18-010 indicates that all advertising must clearly state that it has been paid for by the sponsor. Johanson noted they updated the text once notified of the requirement.
RCW 42.17A.255, .260, .305 and .320 require registration for expenditure that supports or opposes a candidate or ballot measure and is made without the consultation or cooperation of the campaign it benefits. Known as independent expenditures or electioneering communications, these become reportable once reaching $1,000 in value. In response to the allegation, Johanson stated they spent less than $1,000 of their own funds, noting they “spent about $750 of my own money to purchase yard signs, which I designed myself” and “spent about $100 on registering the website domain and a 3 month subscription for the website building platform.”
Because of the information provided, PDC staff determined Johanson had no registration requirements under RCW 42.17A.255, .260, .305 or .320.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Johanson will receive a formal written warning concerning the responsibility to include the name and address of the sponsor on written political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Johanson, in the future, will include the name and address of the sponsor in all political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file some contribution and expenditures reports in a timely manner. While a few reports were late, most of the reports were either a few days late, had zero activity or had a $50 activity or less.
Based on the staff’s review of the pertinent materials, this complaint was resolved through a formal warning letter to the Respondent.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that at the January 23, 2024, regular City of Edmonds council meeting, the Respondent spoke in support/promotion of both Propositions 1 and 2, which were both on the February 13, 2024, special election. The Respondent directly encouraged “everyone listening to vote yes and to also remind their neighbors to vote yes and turn in their ballots by February 13th.”
Based on staff’s findings, a formal warning was issued to the Respondent in this matter and the complaint dismissed by the PDC staff in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged the Walla Walla School District violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure.
PDC staff found a Committee, Citizens for Schools Walla Walla, was responsible for the majority of materials noted in the complaint and are investigating the activities of Citizens for Schools Walla Walla in PDC Case 148416.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the District about the importance of monitoring timing, tone, and tenor of website and social media content focused on election issues. While the rules do allow using normal and regular tools to inform the public about a ballot measure, PDC staff have noted that creating and posting a significant number of videos and the possible use of promotional appeals regarding a ballot measure should be closely scrutinized in future election-related information provided by public agencies.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all written political advertising include the name and address of the person paying for or sponsoring the advertisement.
In review of the PDC reports timely filed under the Committee names listed, expenditures totaled $18,318 for each Committee. The expenditures described printed materials and other advertisements that would require sponsor identification. In addition, the links to materials provided by the complainant did include such materials, but the text provided sponsor identification as “Walla Walla Citizens for Schools."" On April 4, 2024, the Committee names for the 2024 Special Election levies were changed to Citizens for School Walla Walla.
Based on our findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include proper sponsor identification does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Schools Walla Walla will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to include proper sponsor identification on the political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $150, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $50
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At a 7/15/21 brief enforcement hearing, the Respondent was found to have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement that was due 4/15/21. The Presiding Officer assessed a $150 penalty, with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order, dated 8/12/21.
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At a July 15, 2021 brief adjudicative proceeding (brief enforcement hearing), the Presiding Officer found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report covering 2020 activity that was required to be filed no later than April 15, 2021. A $150 penalty was assessed, of which $100 was suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order entered on 8/12/21. The F-1 report was filed on 7/7/21.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94228 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94228 Sundwall Sean CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4416/94228%20Sundwall%20Sean%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""94228 Sundwall Sean CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4416/94228%20Sundwall%20Sean%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""SUNDWALL SEAN O"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-09"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/12/2022 02:45:12 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4426 6651 152074 04/03/2024 04/03/2024 05/03/2024 Roger Sorensen Quilcene School District Quilcene School District: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities or resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a ballot measure. (EY24, APR24) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Public Employee - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint alleging the Quilcene School District violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure.
PDC staff determined that, in this instance, there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the Quilcene School District about the importance of monitoring timing, tone, and tenor of content focused on election issues.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Sandra Cook-Bensley, on behalf of the Committee, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports, and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports; RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to disclose contributions of $1,500 or more, in the aggregate, given or received within 21 days of a general election on a Last Minute Contribution (LMC) report; RCW 42.17A.420, by making or accepting a contribution exceeding $7,500 within 21 days of a general election; RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to timely disclose independent expenditures on the C-6 report; and RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed above.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Sandra Cook-Bensley, on behalf of the Committee, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports, and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports; and RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to disclose contributions of $1,500 or more, in the aggregate, given or received within 21 days of a general election on a Last Minute Contribution (LMC) report. The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed above.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Sandra Cook-Bensley, on behalf of the Committee, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports, and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports; and RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to disclose contributions of $1,500 or more, in the aggregate, given or received within 21 days of a general election on a Last Minute Contribution (LMC) report. The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed above.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158838 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""158838 Dennis Sandberg Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7266/158838%20Dennis%20Sandberg%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158838 Dennis Sandberg Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7266/158838%20Dennis%20Sandberg%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158838 Dennis Sandberg Initial Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7266/158838%20Dennis%20Sandberg%20Initial%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 01:46:31 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 4433 4065 91634 05/28/2021 06/29/2021 PDC Staff Coalition For A Respectful Workplace Coalition For A Respectful Workplace: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91634 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91634 Coaltion For A Respectful Workplace 019 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4065/91634%20Coaltion%20For%20A%20Respectful%20Workplace%20019%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91634 Coalition for a Respectful Workplace SOU Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4065/91634%20Coalition%20for%20a%20Respectful%20Workplace%20SOU%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 91634 - Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4065/PDC%20Case%2091634%20-%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : ""PDC Case 91634 - Statement of Understanding"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Coalition for a Respectful Workplace"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-06-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/09/2022 12:58:49 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4434 4206 94018 06/24/2021 12/02/2021 PDC Staff EVANS JERRY L EVANS JERRY L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
On December 22, 2021, the Presiding Officer VACATED the original Order.
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STEPHANIE WRIGHT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/27/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-141 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10141.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2230/10141.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10141.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STEPHANIE WRIGHT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-06"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-10-27"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 10:09:58 AM 4441 6692 153473 11/02/2023 11/02/2023 06/03/2024 Conner Edwards Ben Coronado Ben Coronado: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (EY23, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local
At a 7/15/21 brief enforcement hearing, the Respondent was found to have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement that was due 4/15/21. The Presiding Officer assessed a $150 penalty, with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order, dated 8/12/21.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/94114 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""94114 Lois Bernstein CY 20 F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4302/94114%20Lois%20Bernstein%20CY%2020%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""94114 Bernstein Lois CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4302/94114%20Bernstein%20Lois%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Lois Bernstein"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/22/2021 11:34:27 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4443 6367 147901 01/24/2024 01/24/2024 05/02/2024 Conner Edwards Committee for Support of Good Schools Committee for Support of Good Schools: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A..235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24, JAN24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - EducationOn January 24, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging the Committee for Support of Good Schools (Respondent), a continuing political action committee registered with the PDC during the 2024 February special election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure (C-4) reports, as required by law.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file the 21-Day pre-election and post-election C-4 reports required under the statutory scheme.
Based on staff’s determination, this complaint was resolved through a statement of understanding (SOU) and a civil penalty payment in the amount of $150.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On January 24, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Citizens for Tukwila Schools (Respondent), a single-year education levy/bond committee registered with the PDC during the 2024 February special election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure (C-4) reports, as required by law.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file the 21-Day pre-election C-4 report required under the statutory scheme.
Based on staff’s determination, this complaint was resolved through a statement of understanding (SOU) and a civil penalty payment in the amount of $150.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be taking further enforcement action in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this letter serves as a formal warning concerning ACS’s failure to timely file its 21-day pre-election C-4 report and its failure to account for the committee’s contribution and expenditure activities between the 2020 and 2024 special elections. Staff expects that Auburn Citizens for Schools will file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures in a timely manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Pertinent facts include the following:
Activity Between 2020 and 2024 Election Campaigns
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to accurately disclose spouse’s occupations, employers & employers' addresses, and compensation for calendar year 2023 on an F-1 report.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by MaryAlice Wallis (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include spouse’s employment information on the annual F-1 report covering 2023 prior to being timely amended does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded MaryAlice Wallis about the importance of disclosing all required information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), including her spouse’s occupation, employer, and compensation, in accordance with PDC laws, rules and guidelines.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, the evidence does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a candidate running for elected office in election year 2024.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
It is not within the authority of the PDC to find if Mr. Rader, or any of the businesses named on the F-1, are appropriately licensed to do business in a jurisdiction.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately disclose personal financial information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff will remind Steven Rader, Jr., about the importance of correctly, and completely, identifying the business name of any entities from which he has reportable income or a business affiliation when completing the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) disclosure.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response(s) provided by Centralia School District (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s use public agency facilities to produce and distribute levy information that supports a ballot proposition does not amount of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Centralia School District 401 received a formal written warning concerning their failure to comply with RCW 42.17A.555 by including, in their 2024 informational flyer (Fact Sheet) and levy messaging, a supportive statement (quote) from a student and promotional slogans. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that, in the future, Centralia School District will omit supportive statements, quotes and promotional slogans from their Fact Sheet and ballot proposition messaging. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reminded Centralia School District 401 officials about the importance of not using school district resources to produce and distribute promotional content and avoiding descriptions that 1) are designed to make the cost of a ballot proposition more appealing to voters (e.g. by describing them as an “investment”); and 2) speculate about the possible secondary or tertiary impacts of a ballot proposition’s passage. Centralia School District was also reminded not to post promotional content from outside sources regarding electoral matters on their social media pages. We further reminded the Respondent to ensure any future voting reminders and information regarding school district ballot propositions are consistent and comparable with the district’s usual and customary practices for other elections in terms of volume, frequency, and platforms used. PDC staff expects that, in the future, Centralia School District 401 officials will not use, or authorize the use of, school district facilities to promote a ballot proposition in accordance with PDC laws, rules and guidelines.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Sheriff Snaza will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public facilities to support a political candidate. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this complaint per RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/150079 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""150079 Snaza_Robert Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6411/150079%20Snaza_Robert%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""150079 Snaza_Rob Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6411/150079%20Snaza_Rob%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150079 Snaza Rob Complaint 1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6411/150079%20Snaza%20Rob%20Complaint%201.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150079 Snaza Rob Complaint 2.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6411/150079%20Snaza%20Rob%20Complaint%202.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150079 Snaza Rob Complaint 3.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6411/150079%20Snaza%20Rob%20Complaint%203.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 12:05:17 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4452 6412 150080 02/27/2024 02/27/2024 05/07/2024 Terry Parker, Alyssa Duarte, Mike Curtis Ryan Spurling Spurling, Ryan: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a candidate in a video (EY24, Feb24) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning Public Employee - Local "PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a funding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Sheriff Spurling will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public facilities to support a political candidate. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this complaint per RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/150080 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""150080 Spurling_Ryan Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6412/150080%20Spurling_Ryan%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""150080 Spurling Ryan Complaint 1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6412/150080%20Spurling%20Ryan%20Complaint%201.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150080 Spurling Ryan Complaint 3.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6412/150080%20Spurling%20Ryan%20Complaint%203.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150080 Spurling Ryan Complaint 2.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6412/150080%20Spurling%20Ryan%20Complaint%202.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150080 Spurling_Ryan Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6412/150080%20Spurling_Ryan%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 12:18:12 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4453 4310 94122 06/24/2021 12/22/2021 PDC Staff Maria R. Flores Maria R. Flores: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1At at 7/15/21 brief enforcement hearing, the Respondent was found to have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement that was due 4/15/21. The Presiding Officer assessed a $150 penalty, with $100 suspended if the non-suspended $50 is paid within 30 days of the Order, dated 8/12/21.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint; the relevant statute(s) and rules; the response to the complaint; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Grant County Sheriff Joe Kriete appears in the video made to promote Dave Reichert’s 2024 campaign for Washington State Governor. Kriete is speaking about his support of Reichert from his county office and is shown in his county-provided uniform.
In response to the complaint, Kriete noted they accept responsibility they “unintentionally violated the above-mentioned RCW.” Kriete also stated, “In the future I will make sure this does not happen.”
In his response to the PDC, Kriete, who has been in office for 15 months, stated his agency does not provide written guidance or training to staff on how to comply with RCW 42.17A.555.
Kriete does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on the above review, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Kriete will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities/resources to support a political candidate. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff finds that no further action is warranted in this matter and has dismissed your complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Additionally, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Mr. Haugan was issued a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.220(1) for failure to establish a depository account solely for campaign purposes; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. If similar violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
PDC staff also reminded Mr. Haugan that contributors are not “anonymous” or “unidentified” if their name is known or if their identity can be deduced or ascertained by available information. When any identifying information is known about the contributor, the campaign is responsible for gathering all necessary information about the contributor so that accurate tracking and reporting of the contribution may occur.
Staff expects Mr. Haugan to comply with all campaign laws, rules and PDC guidance in the future. The PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not take any further enforcement action.
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The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the 21-Day or 7-Day Pre-General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken during the 2023 election cycle. PDC staff found the following:
On April 29, 2024, Cindy Gobel completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the required C-4 report and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violation in lieu of having a BAP scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
There were 450 + complaints filed against 2023 candidates seeking public office, that included a complaint filed against Bonnie Bowers, a 2023 candidate seeking the office of Port Commissioner for the Port of Anacortes, alleging violations of RCW 42.17.235 by failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
On March 15, 2024, Bonnie Bowers completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for each candidate for failing to timely file the required C-4 report. Ms. Bowers paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violation in lieu of having a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP) scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into these complaints or pursuing any further enforcement action in these instances. The PDC dismissed this matter.
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James Jeyaraj, a 2023 candidate seeking the office of City Councilmember for the City of Auburn, allegedly violated RCW 42.17.235 by failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
On March 15, 2024, James Jeyaraj completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the required C-4 report. James Jeyaraj paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violation in lieu of having a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP) scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into these complaints or pursuing any further enforcement action in these instances. This matter has been dismissed.
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On March 25, 2024, PDC staff received a completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Mr. Glenn acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the required C-4 report and paying a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The SOU and penalty payment allowed staff to resolve the violation in lieu of having a BAP hearing scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into these complaints or pursuing any further enforcement action in these instances.
The PDC has dismissed this matter.
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On March 27, 2024, Jeralee Anderson completed a SOU acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the required C-4 report and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violation in lieu of having a BAP scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into these complaints or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. The PDC has dismissed this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes; the response provided by Dan Brady on behalf of Drew MacEwen; and publicly available information regarding David Daggett’s political platform, to determine the allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
The statement regarding David Daggett’s position on second amendment issues appears to have been made based on the NRA scorecard and the complaint did not include any evidence to the contrary. However, staff was unable to find any publicly available statements where Mr. Daggett confirmed his official position on issues related to gun rights to determine if the statement included in the political advertisement was true or false.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Drew MacEwen about the importance of vetting all information used in political advertisement, naming a candidate for public office and sponsored by any future campaigns he is involved with to avoid potential violations of RCW 42.17A.335.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 27, 2022 full Enforcement hearing, the Commission found a violation of .700 and assessed a total civil penalty of $1,500, of which $750 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, if the $750 non-suspended penalty is paid within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file contributions and expenditures reports. As a candidate registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option, the Respondent was required to file timely C-3 and C-4 reports for a candidate who appeared in the general in 2023 election cycle. The Respondent was also required to file a post-general election and end of election cycle C-4 reports.
Regarding the 2021 election cycle, staff noted that while the Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC as a candidate in 2021, he did not raise or spend any money and/or participate in the election. Staff further noted that the Respondent’s 2023 campaign only raised $610.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17.755(1).
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Per the Respondent's request, this matter was brought before the Commission on October 28, 2021, but the request for a Reconsideration hearing was denied.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93923 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - PDC Case 93923, Alexandra Yost.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4111/SOU%20-%20PDC%20Case%2093923%2C%20Alexandra%20Yost.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - PDC Case 93923, Alexandra Yost"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""93923 Alexandra Yost CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4111/93923%20Alexandra%20Yost%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""ALEXANDRA YOST"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2021-07-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/09/2021 03:46:11 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4478 4269 94081 06/24/2021 12/08/2021 PDC Staff JONEE M DUBOS JONEE M DUBOS: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$400, of which $300 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $400 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Robert Sanders concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should they declare candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and
Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should they declare candidacy again. The Commission
will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future
violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this
matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the Election Year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
This Order on Review will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating
and aggravating factors, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Initial Hearing
Order assessing a $500 civil penalty, with $200 suspended, is AFFIRMED.
Daniel Reed Martin completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on Jan. 17, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$1000, of which $0 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $1000 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $1000 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
On February 20, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports during the 2023 Primary election cycle.
The PDC staff review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required statutory reports and resolved the case with a Statement of Understanding (SOU). The Respondent signed the SOU and paid $100 in civil penalty.
Accordingly, the staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The staff reviewed the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the required statutory reports. On January 20, 2025, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held in this matter and the Respondent was found in violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW by the presiding officer and a Commission Order was entered in this matter February 27, 2025.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/151270 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""151270 Stevens Kelly Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6636/151270%20Stevens%20Kelly%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6636/Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Initial hearing results to respondent"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""151270 Kelly Stevens Jan 30 BAP Order ....pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6636/151270%20Kelly%20Stevens%20Jan%2030%20BAP%20Order%20....pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Kelly Stevens"", ""address"" : ""2611 N. Havana St. Spokane, WA 99217"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-02-27"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-03-31"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-04-01"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/01/2025 04:06:20 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4513 6631 151265 02/21/2024 02/20/2024 02/27/2025 Conner Edwards Ribaudo, Robert Ribaudo, Robert: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports (EY23, Feb24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - LocalOn February 20, 2024, the PDC staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter failed to timely file the required 21-day pre-primary C4 report, the required 7-day pre-primary C4 report, and the required post-primary C4 report.
The staff reviewed the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the required statutory reports. On January 20, 2025, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held in this matter and the Respondent was found in violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW by the presiding officer and a Commission Order was entered in this matter February 27, 2025.
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Staff reviewed the complaint and found that the allegations were remediable in nature and resolved the complaint as such.
Having noted that no further action was warranted beyond the remedial resolution, staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755 (1).
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The PDC staff review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required statutory reports and resolved the case with a Statement of Understanding (SOU). The Respondent signed the SOU and paid $100 in civil penalty.
Accordingly, the staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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$300, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $200 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $200 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
At the August 12, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of
$500, of which $200 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $300 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $300 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
On February 20, 2024, the PDC staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter failed to timely file the required 21-day pre-primary C4 report, the required 7-day pre-primary C4 report, and the required post-primary C4 report.
The staff reviewed the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the required statutory reports. On January 20, 2025, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held in this matter and the Respondent was found in violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW by the presiding officer and a Commission Order was entered in this matter February 27, 2025.
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Staff reviewed the complaint and found that the allegations were remediable in nature and resolved the complaint as such.
Having noted that no further action was warranted beyond the remedial resolution, staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755 (1).
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$250, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $150 non-suspended
penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $150 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than October 13, 2021.
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 4, 2021
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MICHAEL MASK
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/07/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 14, 2021. The complaint alleged that Lisa Anderl, a 2019 City Council candidate for the City of Mercer Island may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.240(2) for failure to timely disclose complete address information for individual donors giving more than $100 in the aggregate on Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports); and (2) RCW 42.17A.405(14) for accepting over limit contributions from a political action committee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Respondent was a first-time candidate in the 2019 election. It appears that the missing donor address information was due to a general misunderstanding of the detailed address disclosure requirements expected on C-3 reports and not done intentionally to mislead the public. The acceptance of the over limit contribution appears to be unintentional and due to a lack of awareness by the Respondent of the restrictions on individuals performing ministerial duties for only one campaign.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), the PDC received a completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) on February 10, 2022, from Lisa Anderl acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.405(14) for accepting over limit contributions from Mercer Islanders for Sustainable Spending, a political action committee. Ms. Anderl paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), which resolves the issue.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file eight C-3 reports with complete house number and street addresses for ten individual donors, and failure initially to identify the committee treasurer as ministerial, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-070, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations and reminding Lisa Anderl about the importance of the accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically the inclusion of a full address for individual donors giving more than $100 in the aggregate, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $500 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, Skagit Publishing’s failure to maintain and collect all required information, as outlined in RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050, so as to provide upon request an inspection of the books of account for political advertising undertaken by the publisher and its subsidiaries does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Skagit Publishing, and its print and web-based media, will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050. Staff expects Skagit Publishing, and its print and web-based media, moving forward, to comply with all laws and rules pertaining to the collection and maintenance of all required information as outlined in RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050; and to provide within the statutory timeline inspection of the books of account for political advertising undertaken by the publisher and its subsidiaries. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file contributions and expenditures reports. As a candidate registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option, the Respondent was required to file timely C-3 reports for each deposit made in the previous month and a C-4 report covering the period through the last day of the previous month(s). The reports were due on January 10, 2024 (covering the period through Dec 31, 2023), February 12, 2024 (for deposits made in January 2024), and March 11, 2024 (for deposits made in February 2024).
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91664 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""91664 MOTOR VEHICLE SOFTWARE CORP 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4092/91664%20MOTOR%20VEHICLE%20SOFTWARE%20CORP%202020%20%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""91664 Motor Vehicle Software Corp 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4092/91664%20Motor%20Vehicle%20Software%20Corp%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Motor Vehicle Software Corp"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-05-02"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 05/02/2025 02:29:44 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4565 4094 91667 05/29/2021 08/02/2021 PDC Staff Northpoint Recovery LLC Northpoint Recovery LLC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failure to timely file the Lobbyist Employer's Annual Report for CY 2019 & 2020 (GE 2021) RCW 29B.50.080/42.17A.630 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - Lobbyist Employer Annual L3At the July 1, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/91667 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""91667 Northpoint Recovery LLC 2019 2020 L3 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4094/91667%20Northpoint%20Recovery%20LLC%202019%202020%20L3%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""91667 Northpoint Recovery LLC 2019 & 2020 L3 Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4094/91667%20Northpoint%20Recovery%20LLC%202019%20%26%202020%20L3%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Northpoint Recovery"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-07-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-08-29"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-08-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/23/2021 09:45:09 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4566 4747 95328 07/13/2021 12/09/2021 PDC Staff Bill Eling Bill Eling: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file your Campaign Registration (C-1 report) & failure to timely file your Personal Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate (GE21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 11, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a committee registered under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• On October 11, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging late filed reports and failure to provide complete expenditure details.
• The respondent did file one C-3 late, which was not reflected on the C-4 covering August 1, 2024 through August 31, 2024.
• This did not affect the cash on hand balance on subsequent C-4 reports as the late C-3 was filed prior to the next C-4.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
The complaint alleged the 18th Legislative District Democrats, a political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports.
In response to the complaint, Paulina Oberg, treasurer for 18th Legislative District Democrats, acknowledged receiving $2,000 from the Washington State Democratic Central Committee in fall 2023, but Oberg stated the Committee “did not give to nor spend in support of any candidates nor other political organizations these nor any other funds.” Per RCW 42.17A.235, the $2,000 contribution should have been reported on a Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) Report on Oct. 10, 2023.
On a C-3 report filed May 9, 2024, the 18th Legislative District Democrats reported the $2,000 donation as received and deposited Aug. 25, 2023. The report was filed 212 days late. In addition to the late-reported contribution, the 18th Legislative District Democrats filed additional reports for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
The 18th Legislative District Democrats do not have other similar violations of PDC requirements.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the 18th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Ethelda Burke about the importance of statues and rules regarding theuse of public facilities to promote a candidate and expects Burke to review RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC Interpretation 01-03 Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns and ensure any future campaign-related activities fully comply with PDC statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93924 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93924 Alex Harrington CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4112/93924%20Alex%20Harrington%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93924 Harrington Alex CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4112/93924%20Harrington%20Alex%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Alex Harrington"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs, F1 & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 or full amt becomes due"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-07"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/07/2021 02:37:38 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4574 4114 93926 06/24/2021 08/17/2021 PDC Staff ALVARADO-RAMOS LOURDES E ALVARADO-RAMOS LOURDES E: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020 (GE 21) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Statewide Annual F1At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $150 suspended in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/93926 250.00 150.00 150.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""93926 Alvarado-Ramos Lourdes CY 20 Annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4114/93926%20Alvarado-Ramos%20Lourdes%20CY%2020%20Annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""93926 Alvarado Ramos Lourdes CY20 Annual F1 Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/4114/93926%20Alvarado%20Ramos%20Lourdes%20CY20%20Annual%20F1%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Alvarado-Ramos Lourdes"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-08-16"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-09-15"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of RCW 42.17A.700"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""No further violations for 4 yrs F1 & non-suspended penalty paid w/in 30 days or full amt becomes due"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-10-27"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/27/2021 12:10:55 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4575 4900 95960 07/04/2021 07/03/2021 08/18/2021 David Kimble John Berg Berg, John: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification & RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities (July21) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalAt the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on 7/15/21, at which the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 for failure to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1), disclosing financial information for calendar year 2020, that was due no later than 4/15/21.
A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Ministerial Treasurer, Eric Halvorson on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the $2,000 contribution made by the Washington State Democratic Central Committee was reported significantly late, the Respondent received it after switching to the “Full Reporting” Option and that the funds were timely deposited. Further, the late reporting was limited to contributions only. Staff found no evidence that the errors were intentional or done to confuse or mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the 39th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirements under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the respondent. However, these deficiencies were mitigated by the fact that the respondent did not have any prior violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent concerning its failure to timely/accurately disclose contribution and expenditure reports and properly breakdown/fully describe the purpose of expenditures on C-4 reports in the 2024 election years.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The $100 non-suspended penalty is payable no later than September 15, 2021.
The complaint alleged James Alberson, Jr., a 2021 candidate for Renton City Council, Positing 2, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
PDC staff has determined, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, Alberson will receive a formal written warning pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) concerning the failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Alberson will, in the future, timely and accurately file PDC reports and disclose contributions and expenditures as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A penalty of $250 was assessed, with $150 suspended upon the following conditions: 1) the Respondent pays the non-suspended $100 and files the F-1 report within 30 days from the date of the Order, which is 9/15/21; and 2) commits no further violations within four years.
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A Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP, Brief Enforcement Hearing) was conducted for this matter on May 2, 2024.
At the May 2, 2024, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Michael Cannon violated RCW 42.17.235 on one occasion by failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
The Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $25 was suspended on the condition that no future violations are committed for four years from the date of the Order, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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adjudicatory hearing, is RESCINDED in full. The finding of a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for
failing to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) that was due
no later than April 15, 2021 stands as stated in the order dated July 15, 2021.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $500, of which $250 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Ryan Luikens, a 2023 candidate seeking the office of City Councilmember for the City of Camas, Ward No. 2, Position #1, allegedly violated RCW 42.17.235 by failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
A Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP, Brief Enforcement Hearing) was held for this matter on May 2, 2024.
At the May 2, 2024, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found one violation of RCW 42.17.235 against Ryan Luikens for failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
The Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150, of which $100 was suspended on the condition that Mr. Luikens commits no violations for four years from the date of the Order, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) and the filing history of the Respondent and found the following:
Based on these findings, staff has determined, in this instance, there is no evidence of a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file a candidate registration (C-1pc report). The Respondent in this matter accepted contributions from the public and made expenditures without filing a Committee Registration (C-1pc report) with the PDC.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter and dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17.755(1).
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CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1)This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2)Question PAC violated RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file all C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign as required under the “Full Reporting” option and RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to file Last Minute Contribution reports.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
Two complaints were filed against Marcus Tageant, an incumbent Lake Stevens City Council member and a candidate for re-election to that office in 2021, alleging his Campaign may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to: (1) timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken in support of his re-election efforts; and (2) timely and accurately provide the required expenditure details for political advertisements sponsored by his Campaign.
Marcus Tageant filed a candidate registration on May 17, 2021, declaring his candidacy for re-election to the Lake Stevens City Council in the 2021 election, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing himself as Treasurer.
Mr. Tageant is an incumbent Lake Stevens City Councilmember since being elected to office in 2009. Mr. Tageant’s name did not appear on the August 3, 2021 primary election ballot, because only two candidates had declared for that office so each candidate automatically qualified for the general election.
On September 7, 2021, the Friends of Marcus Tageant Campaign (Campaign) filed four C-3 reports totaling $4,000, disclosing the receipt and deposit of four $1,000 monetary contributions received by the Campaign between July 15 through August 3, 2021. The contributions included: (1) a $1,000 contribution received from the Land Pro Group, Inc. on July 15, 2021; (2) a $1,000 contribution received from the Affordable Housing Council on July 22, 2021; (3) a $1,000 contribution received from the Arcadia Homes, LLC on July 30, 2021; and (4) a $1,000 contribution received from the Responsible Economic Growth PAC on August 3, 2021.
The $4,000 in monetary contributions received were disclosed by the Campaign between 35 to 54 days late, but 55 days prior to the November 2, 2021 general election.
On October 11, 2021, the Campaign filed the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report which was due no later than July 27, 2021, disclosing $2,000 in monetary contributions received and no expenditures made. The $2,000 in contribution information should have been disclosed by the Campaign no later than August 10, 2021, on the July C-4 report since the Respondent did not appear on the August 3, 2021 primary election ballot. The C-4 report was filed 62 days late based on the August 10, 2021 due date.
On October 11, 2021, the Campaign filed the Post-Primary C-4 Election report which was due no later than September 10, 2021, disclosing the receipt of a $3,000 in monetary contributions received and a $1,000 expenditure made by the Campaign on August 28, 2021, for assistance and other advertising. The C-4 report was filed 31 days late based on the September 10, 2021 due date.
On November 10,2021, the Campaign filed an amended C-4 report for July of 2021, disclosing the receipt of a $3,000 in monetary contributions received for the month (as previously listed on the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report) and a new $2,031.30 expenditure. The $2,031.30 expenditure was made by the Campaign to Artisan Signs on July 3, 2021, for 200-yard signs, and was required to have been disclosed on the July C-4 report due August 10, 2021.
The $2,031.30 expenditure for yard signs was disclosed 92 days late and eight days after the November 2, 2021 general election and represented 23.6% of the total expenditures made by the Campaign for the 2021 election cycle.
On November 29, 2021, Mr. Tageant sent an email to PDC staff in which he attached a copy of a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports during the 2021 election cycle. Mr. Tageant confirmed by email that he was mailing the original signed SOU along with a $150 check civil penalty to resolve the allegations concerning the late filed C-3 and C-4 reports.
Based on these findings that included Marcus Tageant: (1) was his own Treasurer in 2021, and selected the Mini Reporting option in 2009, and 2013, when he served as his own Treasurer for both Campaigns; (2) raised $10,000 in contributions received and made $8,529 in expenditures in support of his re-election efforts; (3) name did not appear on the primary ballot since only two candidates filed for office, the facts do not warrant an investigation or any further enforcement action; and (4) completed a signed Statement of Understanding and agreed to pay a $150 check civil penalty, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). .
PDC staff also reminded Marcus Tageant about the importance of candidate campaign finance reporting and disclosure, including the timely and accurate filing of C-3 and C-4 reports, and providing the required expenditure descriptions for political advertising undertaken in support of his candidacy for any future campaign.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Andrew Saturn on April 23, 2019. The complaint alleged that Linda Oosterman, a 2018 candidate for Public Utility Commissioner for Thurston County, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to report Paul Berendt as a committee officer; RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .310, and WAC 390-05-210 for failure to accurately and timely report in-kind contributions from expenditures coordinated with Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy); RCW 42.17A.265 for failure to timely report last minute in-kind contributions from coordinated expenditures with Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy) within 48 hours of receipt; and RCW 42.17A.270 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions made by Puget Sound Energy to Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy), allegedly earmarked for coordinated expenditures with Linda Oosterman; and RCW 42.17A.420 for accepting contributions from coordinated expenditures made by Up for Thurston County exceeding $5,000 within 21 days of the general election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Re-Elect Linda Oosterman Campaign (Campaign); the minutes from the Thurston County Democratic Party Endorsement Meeting; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Campaign and Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy); and queried the Campaign and Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy)’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The complaint alleged the Committee failed to disclose Paul Berendt as a Committee officer based on: (1) a letter Paul Berendt allegedly distributed at a meeting of the Thurston County Democratic Party in coordination with the Oosterman Campaign; and (2) a $16.39 in-kind contribution made from Paul Berendt to the Committee for a high-resolution copy of a photograph of Linda Oosterman was taken from a photo-sharing website and used to facilitate the electioneering communication mailer.
The evidence provided, which staff reviewed, does not support a finding that Paul Berendt served as an officer for the Oosterman Campaign in the capacity to “make, direct, or authorize contributions, expenditure, strategic or policy decisions on behalf of the committee.”
The complaint alleged that the electioneering communication sponsored and mailed by the Committee totaling $9,952 in support of Linda Oosterman, was made in cooperation and coordination with the Campaign, and should have been reported as an in-kind contribution in accordance with RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-05-210, based on the same facts concerning officer status as noted in the letters dismissing this case. In addition, the complaint alleged that the factors listed in WAC 390-05-210 of presumptive coordination were met by the ‘Dear Friends’ letter, and the quality of a photograph used on a mailer printed by Capitol City Press, stating “[g]eneral members of the public would have no way to know about this letter or receive a copy unless they were working in close coordination with the Linda Oosterman campaign as a member of the executive committee” citing an email from the Campaign’s consultant Joe Hyer, which states “I don’t remember any significant quantity of that letter being produced- I was given a copy to review, but the candidate didn’t have much of a mailing list that would work with this letter.”
No evidence was provided that the Committee expenditures were made in “cooperation, concert or collaboration with, or at the request or suggestion” of a Linda Oosterman, authorized campaign, or an agent of the campaign.
The remaining alleged violations of failure to timely report last minute in-kind contributions, failure to timely and accurately report earmarked in-kind contributions, and accepting contributions exceeding $5,000 within 21 days of the general election rely upon a finding that the expenditures undertaken by Up for Thurston County (Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy) constituted in-kind contributions to the Campaign, which the evidence does not support.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's review, the PDC found that the Respondent purchased 50 signs from SignRocket on March 20, 2019 for $253.50. The signs contained an opposition ad concerning a fire bond and were distributed in Mt. Vernon in late March/early April of 2019. The signs were purchased and paid for by the Respondent using his own funds.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.255, a person who makes an independent expenditure equaling $100 or more (aggregate, per election campaign) in support or opposition to a candidate or ballot proposition is required to file a C-6 report with the PDC within 5 days. The Respondent indicated he was unaware of the need to report independent expenditures but quickly took corrective action upon being notified of his registration requirements.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely disclosing any independent expenditures for political advertising and timely filing all future PDC reports, as applicable. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Bryant violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, of which the entire $150 is suspended on the condition that he commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for a period of four years from the date of this Order.
A complaint was filed against Carolyn Crain and the Southwest WA Federated Republican Women’s Club (SWFRWC), alleging that Ms. Crain and the SWFRWC violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and file reports as a local ballot measure committee in opposition to the Clark County Charter Amendments that appeared on the November 2, 2021 general election; or (2) RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to file reports of Independent Expenditure (C-6 report) disclosing independent expenditures made in opposition to the Clark County Charter Amendments.
For the 2021 election cycle, there were 10 Clark County Charter Amendments that appeared on the November 2, 2021, general election.
Staff reviewed the November 2, 2021, Clark County general election results and found the voters approved eight of the ten Charter Amendments: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and 9.
Carolyn Crain, as First Vice-President of the SWFRWC, stated based on her knowledge she did “not believe that there was any formal committee coordinated regarding this issue. There were hundreds of upset people over the failure of the County Council to properly perform their duties and to publish a voter’s pamphlet without any opposition statements to the amendments.” She stated SWFRWC is a small women's club with 12 members, and that they “do not donate to or endorse candidates. We do attempt to keep people informed on legislation and items that will be on their ballots. We have a website and a Facebook page and monthly meetings with speakers.”
Ms. Crain stated she designed a handout/flyer to use at the SWFRWC meeting using her own computer and Office 365 publisher. She stated that she printed the flyers from her computer at her home using her own “paper stock and ink. I am not sure what the ink and paper cost me at this time because I did not go out and buy it for this purpose. I did print 200 Flyers.” She stated SWFRWC held its monthly October meeting in which the Clark County Charter amendments were the topic of the discussion, and that there were about 60 people in attendance.
Ms. Crain stated she made the flyers available at the meeting and that some of the attendees took flyers with them. She estimated that she spent less than $75 in total using her personal funds for the materials and the use of her computer, and she added that amount may have been a little high. She stated that Kris Greene was one of the people in attendance at the meeting, and at the end of the SWFRWC meeting she gave the remaining fliers to Mr. Greene for him to distribute at his office.
Ms. Crain stated Mr. Greene informed her that he distributed the fliers to a few people and some people took a few more from his office, but the bulk of them “landed in the trash after the election when I spoke to him. As noted in the February 2, 2022, PDC resolution letter concerning the Kris Greene and Cemal Richards complaints (PDC Cases #100592 and #101696), Mr. Greene stated the SWFRWC [sic] printed the “Vote No” fliers and made them available to him. He indicated that he did not “recall the exact number” of flyers that he took, but he made them available at his office. He estimated that he had about 50 fliers sitting on a table in the front lobby of his office “for folks to stop in and take them.” He stated that Mr. Richards also picked up some fliers, but he had no idea how many he took.
Concerning the yard sign allegation, staff reviewed the yard signs which were two-sided, white corrugated plastic, and appeared to be slightly larger than the standard 14” x 22” yard signs and stated “VOTE NO Charter Amendments 1-9!! Save Your Voice!! Stop the Gerrymander of District Lines.” The yard signs did not have any other identifying information included such as a website or email address, no contact information or sponsor name, and no union bug or printer identification number. In accordance with WAC 390-18-030(2)(e) yard sings that are smaller than 8’ x 4’ dimensions are exempt from the sponsor identification requirements.
Ms. Crain stated that the yard signs were left at her house on her front porch at the house while she was not at home, by an individual. She stated there “were only a couple of dozen yard signs at the most with a sticky note attached to them from Tom. I could not find out who that was.” She stated that after the signs had been left, she gave the yard signs to Mr. Greene since she had several things going on and she did have time to deal with them. Mr. Greene stated in his response that the SWFRWC made the yard signs available to him, and that he picked up the “Vote No” signs at the home of Carolyn Crain, First Vice-President of the SWFRWC. He stated that he had no idea who printed the signs.
Neither Ms. Crain or the SWFRWC solicited or accepted any contributions to oppose the Clark Charter Amendments. Ms. Crain previously stated that she used her personal funds and resources to print the fliers.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance that the activities undertaken by Carolyn Crain in opposition to several of the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments, that included her using her personal computer and printer to produce 200 fliers costing an estimated $75, did not require her to file an Independent Expenditures report (C-6 report) of $100 or more in accordance with RCW 42.17A.
PDC staff found no evidence that Ms. Crain solicited or accepted contributions to support or oppose any of the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments, and was not required to register and file reports as a political or ballot measure committee.
In addition, staff found no evidence that the Southwest Washington Federated Republican Women’s Club made any expenditures to oppose any of the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments, and they did not solicit or accept any contributions to support or oppose the 2021 Clark County Charter Amendments. Thus, the Southwest Washington Federated Republican Women’s Club was not required to register and file reports as a political committee or ballot measure committee.
Unfortunately, based on the lack of information as noted above concerning the “Vote No” yard signs, PDC staff was not able to ascertain the person responsible for paying for and sponsoring the yard signs, or the printer responsible for producing the yard signs, despite investigative efforts.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations against Carolyn Crain and Southwest Washington Federated Republican Women’s Club, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On January 24, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Riverside School District Bond and Levy Committee (Respondent), a single-year education levy committee registered with the PDC during the 2024 February special election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure (C-4) reports, as required by law.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely file the 21-Day pre-election C-4 report required under the statutory scheme.
Based on staff’s determination, this complaint was resolved through a statement of understanding (SOU) and a civil penalty payment in the amount of $150.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.255, .260 or .305 by failing to timely report an independent expenditure or electioneering communication on a C-6 report; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to fully identify sponsor on political advertising (mailer).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Larry McDonough (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Larry McDonough that, in the future, the statement “No candidate authorized this ad. It is paid for by” (followed by his full name and address) will be required on political advertising undertaken as an independent expenditure if the aggregate cost meets or exceeds reportable thresholds. The Respondent was also reminded to ensure that, in future, his full name and address are “set apart” from the other text by including more space between content on political advertisements.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Tiffany Schweppe completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on March 26, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Allegation: Violations of RCW 42.17A.405(14) by accepting contributions in excess of contribution limits; & WAC 390-17-300 by using general election contributions in a manner that caused general election contributors to exceed their primary election contribution limits, and by failing to return general election contributions after losing in the primary election.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
However, Andrew Ashiofu, Candidate, and Jeanne Legault, Treasurer, each completed a separate Statement of Understanding (SOU) and each paid a $500.00 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of:
Payment of the two $500.00 penalties resolves the allegations listed in the complaint and the additional areas investigated by PDC staff. Relevant facts include:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on Jan. 15, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Washington Independent Telecommunications PAC is a continuing committee that participated in the 2024 election.
• On January 9, 2025, the Respondent filed a C-3 report disclosing $12,500 received from the PAC’s parent organization. This report was 30 days late, having been due on December 10, 2024.
• The Respondent previously was issued a warning regarding filing late C-3 and C-4 reports. This warning was issued after the report in question was due. As such, the warning is not considered to be an aggravating factor in this case.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 17, 2023. The complaint alleged that Central Valley Citizens for Education PAC, a committee registered with the PDC during the February 13, 2018, and February 11, 2020, special elections and the November 2, 2021, general election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) and; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to include the required description for political advertising expenditures.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Jan Hutton on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the Respondent did submit some late campaign activity for the special election in February 2020 and general election in November 2021, and omitted the required details for a small number of political advertising expenditures, due, in part, to a loss of ORCA data and a general lack of knowledge by the treasurer on the use of the ORCA filing system. Staff found no evidence that the late and inaccurate reporting was done intentionally to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports for elections in 2018, 2020, and 2021 by the Respondent does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Central Valley Citizens for Education PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for elections in 2018, 2020 and 2021. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that CVCE timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed all allegations in this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the dismissal letter serves as a formal warning concerning LCDCC’s failure to timely file under the Full Reporting Option, which was required after the committee failed to confirm its intent to remain under the Mini Reporting Option. Staff expects Lewis County Democratic Central Committee to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures when under the Full Reporting Option. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Pertinent facts are shown below:
• On January 15, 2019, Lewis County Democratic Central Committee (LCDCC) selected, for its Non-Exempt account, the Mini reporting option. LCDCC stated that they complied with the contribution and expenditure requirements for Mini filers following January 15, 2019, including calendar year 2022, even though they did not confirm on their committee registration in subsequent years their intent to remain under Mini reporting.
• LCDCC failed to confirm, each January, the committee’s intent to remain under the Mini Reporting Option.
• On 3/29/2023, LCDCC asked to move from Full reporting to Mini reporting. Then, on 4/23/2023, Carol Brock, chairperson of LCDCC, requested permission to change from Mini to Full reporting. Reports were filed for 2023 and permission was granted on 7/11/2023 to file under Full reporting.
• C-4 reports for the period 1/1/2023 – 5/31/2023 were filed on 5/31/2023 and 6/2/2023 and included $2,309 in contributions received and $1,065 in expenditures made. The May report was filed timely, and the January through April reports were filed between 21 days and three months, 21 days late. LCDCC timely filed its June C-4 report on 7/6/2023 that included $142 in contributions received and $578 in expenditures made.
• LCDCC stated that the committee registration filed with the PDC was updated timely and accurately when there was a change in committee officers. The committee cited as examples the resignations of Pete and Cheryl Hammer and the name change for Wynne McHale.
• LCDCC stated the committee updated its committee registration timely when the transfer of officers was made on June 23, 2023. They stated the committee registration did not match the ""Lewis County Democrats"" website, as mentioned in the complaint, because the committee’s website had not been updated to reflect the changes. The committee said the registration information with the PDC correctly lists the current officers and said they were working with their website administrator to have the officer list updated. The most recent committee registration lists the same officers as the Lewis County Democrats website.
• LCDCC stated that when entering records for the receipt of in-kind contributions, the PDC’s ORCA software program had no field to report the details from vendor receipts. The committee stated they were providing vendor detail as part of the in-kind description and are now also including vendor addresses in their descriptions.
• LCDCC stated they have not had any auctions, nor have they resold any items received as in-kind contributions. The committee also noted that in consulting with PDC staff, it was their understanding that reporting the address for Vendors when reporting in-kind contributions was a suggested practice rather than a requirement. LCDCC stated that in spite of this understanding, they are now including vendor addresses when reporting the receipt of in-kind contributions and will continue to do so in the future.
• LCDCC wrongly assumed they would remain under the Mini Reporting Option until they changed to Full Reporting, not appreciating that to remain under Mini reporting, the committee must affirm, each January on a committee registration, its intent to remain a Mini filer and that failure to do so results in being subject to the requirements of the Full Reporting option.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by former Campaign Manager & Treasurer, Riley Smith and Ministerial Treasurer, Andy Taylor on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the inaccurate reporting and late amendments were due in part to the lack of knowledge by the Respondent’s 2021 treasurer and general misunderstanding of the reporting requirements for expenditure descriptions and content F-1 reports. Although one F-1 report and a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports required corrections, staff found no evidence that the omissions or late reporting was done intentionally to conceal activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2021 and 2023 Wilkerson Campaign and failure to file an accurate F-1 report covering calendar year 2022, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Betsy Wilkerson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures for her 2021 and 2023 Campaigns and failure to include a business association on the F-1 report covering calendar year 2022. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Wilkerson timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and timely and accurately file all future personal financial information. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On January 12 2022, the Committee filed a Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a continuing political committee for calendar years 2022 and 2023, selecting the Full Reporting option, and listing Adam Glickman as Secretary/Treasurer; Sterling Harders as President; Holly Elliot as Finance Director; and Shaine Truscott, Tangie Webb, and Andrew Beane as Vice-Presidents.
On March 5, 2024, the Committee filed an amended Committee Registration with the PDC registering as a continuing political committee for calendar year 2024, selecting the Full Reporting option, listing the same officers, and indicating that as of that date, the Committee was opposing three State of Washington 2024 Initiatives or Referendums that included I-2109; I-2117; and I-2124.
WAC 390-16-037 describes how to report the purpose of a committee expenditure as follows: “(1) Any person required to report the ‘purpose’ of an expenditure under RCW 42.17A.240(6), or 42.17A.255 (5)(b), must identify any candidate(s) or ballot proposition(s) that are supported or opposed by the expenditure . . . .” The definition of expenditure for a candidate, political committee, ballot measure committee, or political party committee, includes in-kind contributions received to purchase goods or services for the campaign or committee.
PDC staff reviewed the C-4 reports filed by the Committee as part of the case opening, and specifically the November and December 2023 C-4 reports. In the January 19, 2024 case opening email, PDC staff requesting the Committee file amended C-4 reports for November and December of 2023, disclosing the Committee’s expenditures made or in-kind contributions received that were in opposition to multiple initiatives. The amended C-4 reports should disclose the dollar amounts attributable to each initiative for each Committee expenditures made in opposition to measures. Staff’s review found the following:
2023 Post-General Election C-4 report:
On December 4, 2023, the Committee timely filed the 2023 Post-General Election C-4 report covering the period October 31 through November 30, 2023, disclosing $252,315 in monetary contributions received, $1,000 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made, and $250,000 in total expenditures made. The $250,000 in expenditures included: (1) a $100,000 expenditure made to Fieldworks, LLC on November 21, 2023, for “Management and consulting services”; (2) a $100,000 expenditure made to Ballot Access Partners, LLC on November 27, 2023, for “Management and consulting services”; and (3) a $50,000 expenditure made to Ballot Access Partners on November 30, 2023, for “Management and consulting services.”
On January 22, 2024, the Committee filed an amended 2023 Post-General Election C-4 report disclosing $263,907 in monetary contributions received, $2,450 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made and the same $250,000 in total expenditures made, with a $6,274,393 cash on hand balance. The amended C-4 report disclosed $250,000 in expenditures that included the updated descriptions:
(1) Two expenditures were made to Fieldworks, LLC totaling $100,000 that included: (a) an $88,000 expenditure made on November 21, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: To oppose I-2109 ($14,667); I-2081 ($14,667); I-2111 ($14,667); I-2113 ($14,667); I-2117 ($14,666); I-2124 ($14,666)”; (b) a $12,000 expenditure made on November 21, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: To oppose I-2109 ($2,000), I-2081 ($2,000), I-2111 ($2,000), I-2113 ($2,000); I-2117 ($2,000); and I-2124 ($2,000).”
(2) Three expenditures were made to Ballot Access Partners, LLC totaling $150,000 and included: (c) a $75,000 expenditure made on November 27, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109 ($12,500); I-2081 ($12,500); I-2111 ($12,500); I-2113 ($12,500); I-2117 ($12,500); and I-2124 ($12,500)”; (d) a $25,000 expenditure was made on November 27, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: Management fee opposing I-2109 ($4,167); I-2081 ($4,167); I-2111 ($4,167); I-2113 ($4,167); I-2117 ($4,166); and I-2124 ($4,166)”; and (e) a $50,000 expenditure made on November 30, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109 ($8,334); I-2081 ($8,334); I-2111 ($8,333); I-2113 ($8,333); I-2117 ($8,333); and I-2124 ($8,333).”
2023 December 2024 C-4 report:
On January 9, 2024, the Committee timely filed the 2023 December C-4 report disclosing $1,186,395 in monetary contributions received, $411 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made, and $250,110 in total expenditures made. The $250,000 in expenditures disclosed included: (1) a $100,000 expenditure made to SEIU Initiative Fund on December 4, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109/I-2081/I-2111/I-2113/I-2117/I-2124 (1/6 to each initiative) paid by SEIU 775 Ballot Fund to Ballot Access Partners, LLC (in-kind loan)”; (2) a $75,000 expenditure made to SEIU Initiative Fund on December 8, 2023, that stated “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109/I-2081/I-2111/I-2113/I-2117/I-2124 (1/6 to each initiative) paid by SEIU 775 Ballot Fund to Ballot Access Partners, LLC (in-kind loan)”; and (3) a $75,000 expenditure made to Ballot Access Partners, LLC on December 8, 2023, for “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109/I-2081/I-2111/I-2113/I-2117/I-2124 (1/6 to each initiative).”
On January 22, 2024, the Committee filed an amended December 2023 C-4 report disclosing the same $1,186,395 in monetary contributions received, $411 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made, and $250,110 in total expenditures made. The amended C-4 report disclosed $250,110 in expenditures that included the following updated descriptions:
(1) Two expenditures were made to SEIU Initiative Fund totaling $175,000 that included a $100,000 expenditure made December 4, 2023, stated “Management and consulting services: Filed work to oppose I-2109 ($16,667); I-2081 ($16,667); I-2111 ($16,667); I-2113 ($16,667); I-2117 ($16,666); and I-2124 ($16,666) paid by SEIU 775 Ballot Fund to Ballot Access Partners, LLC (in-kind loan).”
(2) A $75,000 expenditure made on December 8, 2023, stated “Management and consulting services: Filed work to oppose I-2109 ($12,500); I-2081 ($12,500); I-2111 ($12,500); I-2113 ($12,500); I-2117 ($12,500); and I-2124 ($12,500) paid by SEIU 775 Ballot Fund to Ballot Access Partners, LLC (in-kind loan).”
(3) A $75,000 expenditure made to Ballot Access Partners, LLC on December 8, 2023, stated “Management and consulting services: Field work to oppose I-2109 ($12,500); I-2081 ($12,500); I-2111 ($12,500); I-2113 ($12,500); I-2117 ($12,500); and I-2124 ($12,500).” In addition, there was a $411.05 in-kind contribution received from SEIU 775 on December 29, 2023, for “In-kind wage/benefit provided by SEIU 775 to oppose I-2109 ($68.51); I-2081 ($68.51); I-2111 ($68.51); I-2113 ($68.51); I-2117 ($68.51); and I-2124 ($68.51).”
January 2024 C-4 report:
On February 8, 2024, the Committee timely filed the January 2024 C-4 report disclosing $11,353 in monetary contributions received, $18,037 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made and $96,230 in total expenditures made, with a $7,125,800 cash on hand balance. None of the expenditures made by the Committee were made in opposition to any of the initiatives.
The C-4 report disclosed two in-kind contributions received from SEIU 775 totaling $17,650 with the following two descriptions: (1) an in-kind contribution made to “Percussion Strategic, LLC (PO Box 80684 Seattle WA 98108) services - Earned media -$3,900 and Email/Social media -$1,100 - opposing I-2124”; and (2) an in-kind contribution made to “Barnard Iglitzin & Lavitt LLP (18 West Mercer St #400 Seattle WA 98119) - legal services - opposing I-2109 ($2,108.25), I-2081 ($2,108.25), I-2111 ($2,108.25), I-2113 ($2,108.25), I-2117 ($2,108.25), and I-2124 ($2,108.25).”
February 2024 C-4 report:
On March 7, 2024, the Committee timely filed the February 2024 C-4 report disclosing $10,640 in monetary contributions received, $213 in in-kind contributions/expenditures received/made, and $304,631 in total expenditures made, with a $6,831,809 cash on hand balance. The C-4 report disclosed that on February 2, 2024, the Committee made a $250,000 monetary contribution to the No on 2124 Committee.
Based on our findings, that included the Committee timely filing the initial C-4 reports, and timely and promptly amending those C-4 reports within four days after being notified by PDC staff of the complaint, and staff’s request to file amendments. The amended C-4 reports disclosed the amount attributable for each expenditure made and in-kind contribution received by the Committee for the initiatives being opposed.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Committee’s failure to provide the expenditure and in-kind contribution details on the initial C-4 reports for initiatives that they were opposing does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation or any enforcement action.
While it might benefit the public, from a transparency perspective, if each committee filed only one registration and one set of C-series campaign finance reports for each ballot proposition supported or opposed, the current PDC statutes and rules do not require that specificity of disclosure. The Committee was responsive and timely filed the amended C-4 reports listed above, disclosing the required expenditure and in-kind contributions details as soon as the deficiency was brought to its attention.
Upon notification of the errors, SEIU 775 Ballot Fund Committee timely filed amended C-4 reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and PDC staff has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Semi Bird completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.240 and RCW 42.17A.320. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Semi Bird completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for failing to accurately disclose personal financial information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) for calendar year 2022. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Steven Minnich concerning the requirements (a) to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate, (b) to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, and (c) to provide complete sponsor identification on advertisements. In the future, staff expects Steven Minnich to file timely and accurately and include sponsor identification as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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STEVEN LAWRENCE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 07/22/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/24/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on April 25, 2024. The complaint alleged that IAFF Local 2781 PAC, a political committee registered with the PDC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file a Monetary Contribution report (C-3 report) disclosing receipt of a refund for an overlimit contribution.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Brandon Mauer on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; PDC case #141815 regarding 2019 Snohomish County Fire Protection District 04 candidate, Evan Merritt and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although the $1,000 monetary refund from the 2019 Merritt Campaign had not disclosed at the time the complaint was submitted, IAFF had received and timely deposited the funds, and subsequently timely disclosed the deposit on May 4, 2024.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, there is no evidence of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the sponsor’s mailing address on a political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Melanie Bacon will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. Staff expects, moving forward, that Ms. Bacon will follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance pertaining to the inclusion of all required elements of sponsor identification on political advertising. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In response, Randy Mueller, Chief Executive Officer, Port of Ridgefield, provided a meeting agenda and stated the document was posted online 24 hours prior to the meeting.
Based on this, staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Voice of Tahoma Education, a full reporting ballot proposition committee supporting the Tahoma School District levy in the 2024 April special election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, specifically failing to timely file the 21-day pre-election C-4 report prior to the April 2024 Special Election.
Voice of Tahoma Education filed the 21-day pre-election C-4 report April 4, 2024, prior to receiving the complaint from PDC Staff. The report was filed two days late and 19 days prior to the election.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Voice of Tahoma Education made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest. Before notification of the error, and before requested by staff, Voice of Tahoma Education filed the report.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on August 26, 2023. The complaint alleged that Evan Merritt, a candidate for Fire Commissioner for Snohomish County Fire Protection District 04, Position 1, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-125 for accepting a contribution in excess of the $500 per donor aggregate amount thereby exceeding the mini reporting limits without registering and filing Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign under the “Full Reporting” option.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The circumstances in this case were mitigated by the fact that the Respondent was a first-time candidate and acted as his own Treasurer and only Campaign Officer. In addition, given the length of time since the contributions were initially received, Mr. Merritt’s options for refunding the overlimit contribution were limited. Finally, the Respondent used personal funds to refund the contribution. It appears that the exceeding of mini reporting limits was due to the limited experience of the Respondent and not done intentionally to mislead the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, acceptance of a monetary contribution above the $500 per donor aggregate limit while registered under the “Mini Reporting” option that was subsequently refunded does not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Evan Merritt will receive a formal written warning concerning acceptance of a monetary contribution exceeding the $500 limit for campaigns registered under the “Mini Reporting” option. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Merritt strictly adheres to the contribution and expenditure limits while registered under mini reporting or timely requests to switch to the “Full Reporting” option and files all required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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CATHERINE USHKA-HALL
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/20/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged that Vote for Szabella (the Committee), the Candidate committee for Szabella Pasztor may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee. Specifically, you alleged the Committee failed to report a debt.
In response to the complaint, Szabella Pasztor stated the Committee intended to pay all debts owed, however the amounts are in dispute at this time. Pasztor also stated the disputed amounts, specifically those with Seeley Media, are associated with a Senate campaign that has been discontinued. Seeley Media is not doing work for the House office for which she had declared her candidacy, Pasztor stated.
PDC staff also advised Pasztor that any reports filed must be amended to report debt once the dispute is resolved and noted to Pasztor that PDC staff will not be assisting the Committee with communication with Seeley Media regarding resolution of disputed payments.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Sarah King filed a Candidate Registration declaring candidacy for Olympic View Water District 1 Water and Sewer Commissioner, Position 3, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023. Sarah King filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late.
The reports disclosed minimal contribution and expenditure activity that fell below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Sarah King concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Sarah King to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Eric Lodjic filed a Candidate Registration declaring candidacy for Skagit County Hospital District Commissioner Position 2, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
Eric Lodjic filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed minimal contribution and expenditure activity that fell below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Eric Lodjic concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Eric Lodjic to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
The complaint alleged Sky Valley Citizens Schools, the committee supporting Sultan School District Proposition 1, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee during the 2024 February Special Election.
Sky Valley Citizens Schools filed its 21-day pre-election C-4 on Feb. 2, 2024. The report was filed 10 days late, but prior to the 2024 Special Election.
The Committee’s 7-day pre-election C-4 and post-election C-4s were filed timely.
Once notified by PDC staff, Sky Valley Citizens Schools updated the 7-day pre-election C-4 report to add missing expenditure details.
PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Sky Valley Citizens Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Terry Carlson filed a Candidate Registration declaring candidacy for Longview School Board Position 4, selecting the Full Reporting Option. For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
Terry Carlson filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed minimal contribution and expenditure activity that fell below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Terry Carlson concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Terry Carlson to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
A complaint was filed against Jessica Hallman, a 2023 candidate seeking election to the office of City Councilperson in Port Orchard.
Jessica Hallman filed a Candidate Registration declaring her candidacy for City Councilperson in Port Orchard in 2023, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing herself as Treasurer. Ms. Hallman was a first-time candidate for public office.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
The Respondent filed the missing C-4 reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed no contribution and expenditure activity, well below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Jessica Hallman concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should she declare her candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
A complaint was filed against Darene Follett, a 2023 candidate seeking election to the office of for School Director, Position #5 in the Anacortes School District.
Darene Follett filed a Candidate Registration declaring her candidacy for School Director, Position #5 in the Anacortes School District in 2023, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing herself as Treasurer. Ms. Follett was a first-time candidate for public office.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
The Respondent filed the missing C-4 reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed minimal contribution and expenditure activity, which was below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Darene Follett concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should she declare his candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 &.240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions and expenditures.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Renton Firefighters for Yes on Prop 1 (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports for election year 2023 does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Renton Firefighters for Yes on Prop 1 received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures in election year 2023. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Renton Firefighters for Yes on Prop 1 timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on February 10, 2024. The complaint alleged that Citizens for Bremerton Schools, a political committee registered with the PDC to support Bremerton School District 100-C Replacement for Education Programs and Operations Levy (Proposition No. 1) and General Obligation Bonds for Capital Purposes (Proposition No. 2) placed on the February 13, 2024, special election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Joelle Lovestedt on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting of expenditures for campaign yard signs was due to the inexperience of the Committee’s officers regarding filing deadlines for a special election and the use of ORCA and not done to purposely conceal campaign activities from the public. Staff found that upon receipt of the complaint, the Respondent took prompt action to make all missing campaign activity available by submitting amended reports disclosing previously entered expenses.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose expenditures for yard signs posted in support of two ballot propositions on the January 2024 C-4 report does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Bremerton Schools will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure expenditures for yard signs. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures for committees registered with the PDC under the “Full Reporting” option. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and determined that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file the 21-Day and 7-Day pre-election C-4 reports required under the statutory scheme.
Based on staff’s determination, this complaint was resolved through a statement of understanding (SOU) and a civil penalty payment in the amount of $150.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023, specifically the 21-day pre-Primary, 7-day pre-Primary, and post-Primary C-4 reports.
Based on our attached findings, the allegations were resolved as Remediable Violations.
The Respondent's violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures and contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. The Respondent was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were unsubstantial.
However, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of disclosing her candidate filing fee as an in-kind contribution or campaign expenditure on a C-4 report if she registers under the Full Reporting option in the future. And, although it was not alleged in the complaint, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/151238 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""151238 Sisemore Leah (Daarud) Remediable_Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6604/151238%20Sisemore%20Leah%20%28Daarud%29%20Remediable_Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Remedial resolution""}, {""file_name"" : ""Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6604/Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Initial hearing results to respondent"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""151238 Daarud Leah Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6604/151238%20Daarud%20Leah%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151238 Leah Sisemore Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6604/151238%20Leah%20Sisemore%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/16/2025 01:02:39 PM PDC staff resolved case after campaign remediated small-dollar reporting error. 4756 6657 152671 04/23/2024 04/23/2024 07/11/2024 Norman Smith Kevin A. Young Young, Kevin A.: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a 2024 candidate. (Apr ‘24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate for election year 2024.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Kevin Young (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a candidate F-1 report, and a C-1 report, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kevin A. Young received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and Candidate Registration (C-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Kevin A. Young timely files all future F-1 and C-1 reports as required. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/152671 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""152671 Kevin A Young Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6657/152671%20Kevin%20A%20Young%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""152671 Young Kevin A Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6657/152671%20Young%20Kevin%20A%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/19/2025 09:26:01 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4757 6660 153130 05/01/2024 05/01/2024 07/12/2024 Brittany Miller Robert Snaza Snaza, Robert: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for CY23 RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalPDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the annual F-1 report for calendar year 2023 does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Robert Snaza will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file a calendar year 2023 Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) on time. Staff expects Mr. Snaza, moving forward, to follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance about the timely filing of an F-1. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Sheriff Troyer will receive a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public facilities to support a political candidate. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this complaint per RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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In response, Andrew R. Stokesbary, on behalf of the Campaign, stated Kruse did speak at a Campaign kick-off breakfast on Oct. 12, 2023 and served as the event’s emcee. Stokesbary also noted Kruse has appeared at other Campaign events. Stokesbary also noted Kruse does give paid speeches, however the activities Kruse has participated in for the Campaign are not similar to those paid speaking roles, noting Kruse does not typically charge fees to emcee events or introduce candidates.
Due to the facts listed above, there was no requirement for the Campaign to report an in-kind contribution from or expenditure to Kruse.
Based on this, staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against Edward Prince Jr., a 2023 candidate seeking the office of City Councilmember for the City of Renton, alleging a violation of RCW 42.17.235 by failing to timely file the 7‐Day Pre‐ General Election Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Report (C‐4 Report), as required for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting Option and appearing on the November 7, 2023 general election ballot.
On March 26, 2024, Edward Prince Jr. completed a SOU acknowledging one violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the required C-4 report and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 to resolve the violation in lieu of having a BAP scheduled.
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into these complaints or pursuing any further enforcement action in these instances. The PDC has dismissed this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by David Chan; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and the October 17, 2018 Statement of Understanding with $300 civil penalty completed by Mr. Chan and acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The 2018 election was the first time David Chan filed as a candidate under the “Full Reporting” option and was required to file C-3 and C-4 reports using the PDC’s ORCA program disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities electronically. Serving as his own treasurer, Mr. Chan spent several weeks working with PDC Filer Assistance Staff on how to properly enter and correct information reported in ORCA, and he continued to work with staff throughout the 2018 election cycle.
In July 2018, two complaints were filed against David Chan alleging his campaign failed to timely and accurately file reports of campaign activities. On October 22, 2018, Mr. Chan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, and paid a $300 civil penalty, resolving similar allegations in PDC Cases 42329, 42397 and 42940.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports late disclosing details of a mailed political advertisement, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or additional enforcement action. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), David Chan will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that David Chan timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including all required vendor information during the accelerated reporting periods prior to and after any election in which his name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/42329 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""42329 & 42397 & 42940 Chan David Formal Written Warning Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1940/42329%20%26%2042397%20%26%2042940%20Chan%20David%20Formal%20Written%20Warning%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : ""42329 & 42397 & 42940 Chan David Formal Written Warning Ltr.pdf"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""42329 Chan David Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1940/42329%20Chan%20David%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""42329 Chan David Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 07/01/2019 03:05:16 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4762 6905 154844 10/26/2023 10/25/2023 07/18/2024 Conner Edwards Sarah Holmes Sarah Holmes: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (OCT23 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged that Citizens for Spokane Schools PAC violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely report contributions and expenditures and RCW 42.17A.445 for possible personal use of contributions based on reports that include discrepancies in balances carried from one report to the next report.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
However, Citizens for Spokane Schools PAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and 42.17A.240 by failing to timely report contributions totaling $2,297.93 on PDC Form C-3 (Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions) and contributions totaling $71,441.33 and expenditures totaling $75,752.08 on PDC Form C-4 (Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures).
Payment of the $300 penalty resolves the allegations listed in the complaint and the additional areas investigated by PDC staff. Relevant findings include:
A complaint was filed against the Friends of Community and Technical Colleges PAC, a political committee registered with the PDC, alleging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file a Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report), disclosing all expenditure activities made during the month of March 2024.
On May 19, 2019, the Committee filed an Amended Committee Registration (C-1pc report) as a continuing political committee under the Full Reporting Option, listing Marty Brown as Treasurer, and Anne Fennesey as the Committee Manager or Media Contact.
The complaint alleged that the Committee made a $200 contribution to Debra Entenman, a 2024 State Representative candidate seeking re-election to that office in the 47th Legislative District and failed to disclose the contribution. Staff’s review confirmed that on April 9, 2024, the Debra Entenman Campaign filed a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) disclosing the receipt of a $200 monetary contribution from the Committee on March 31, 2024, that was deposited the same day.
Based on PDC staff’s initial review, the Committee filed the March 2024 C-4 report early on March 9, 2024, disclosing a $500 expenditure made to Mi Centro in Tacoma, with the description “Charity” but the C-4 report did not include the $200 contribution. WAC 390-05-400 is the PDC rule entitled “Changes in dollar amounts” and included in the chart for the changes in calendar year 2023, the value for itemizing expenditures under RCW 42.17A.240(7) was increased from $50 to $200.
On Thursday, May 2, 2024, Mr. Brown the Committee Treasurer submitted a response within an hour of receiving the complaint from PDC staff, stating that the Committee sent a $200 contribution check to Debra Entenmann on November 18, 2023 prior to the legislative freeze period and reported it on December 2, 2023 (Report #110190502). Mr. Brown added that the Debra Entenman Campaign did not cash the $200 check until March 31, 2024.
Staff confirmed that on December 2, 2023, the Committee timely filed the 2023 Post-General Election C-4 report covering the period October 31 through November 30, 2023, disclosing $1,334 in monetary contributions received and $4,391 in expenditures made. The C-4 report disclosed a $352.11 expenditure made to Wix for Committee website work, and $4,038 in ""non-itemized expenditures"" during the period, that the committee said included the $200 contribution made to the Debra Entenman Campaign which was below the expenditure threshold required to be itemized.
PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any enforcement action in this instance. Based on the above rule, the Committee was not required to itemize the $200 expenditure/monetary contribution made to the Debra Entenman Campaign, since it did not exceed the $200 threshold found in WAC 390-05-400. PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The staff reviewed the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to file the required statutory reports. On January 20, 2025, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held in this matter and the Respondent was found in violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW by the presiding officer and a Commission Order was entered in this matter February 27, 2025.
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Aisha Mayfield concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Aisha Mayfield to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, the evidence does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately disclose an expenditure on a Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) report or for RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to provide sponsor identification on political advertising during the 2024 election.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and requirements; the responses provided by Capitol City Press (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to timely provide an inspection of its commercial advertiser books of account does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Capitol City Press received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely provide access to their commercial advertiser books of account. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Capitol City Press monitor the email address they provide to the public for commercial advertiser books of account inspection requests, timely respond to such requests, and maintain commercial advertiser records in a manner that allows for the timely completion of the requested inspection. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156689 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""156689 Capitol City Press Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7103/156689%20Capitol%20City%20Press%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""156689 Capitol City Press Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7103/156689%20Capitol%20City%20Press%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""156689 Capitol City Press Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7103/156689%20Capitol%20City%20Press%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 07/16/2025 01:10:41 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4786 6584 151202 02/15/2024 02/14/2024 Conner Edwards David M McKenzie McKenzie, David: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY'22, FEB'24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Investigation of Possible Violation Candidate - Local
The complaint alleged that Clover Park Citizens for Schools may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
In response, Juliana DeFilippis, attorney for the Committee, responded to the complaint noting the Committee’s current (2023-2024) volunteers “realized the volunteer who used to oversee the PAC’s reporting requirements was under the mistaken impression that the PAC was below the reporting threshold. After this realization, Clover Park hired a new accountant and legal counsel to ensure future compliance.”
The majority of C-3 reports filed with the PDC in January 2024 reported payroll deductions from Clover Park School District employees.
DeFilippis continued, noting the PDC was informed of the Committee’s actions to bring reporting into compliance before the complaint was filed and the Committee “provided a letter that explained the PAC’s history and requested an alternate response to investigation or adjudication if a complaint should issue.”
The Committee timely filed two C-4 reports prior to the February 2024 Special Election. The first, filed January 23, 2024, listed $18,106 in contributions during the campaign and $1,431.23 in expenditures. The second, filed February 6, 2024, listed $18,106 in contributions and $7,685.31 in expenditures.
While the Committee filed the pre-election reports timely, the amended reports filed in January 2024 included significantly different contribution and expenditure activity than was originally reported, which materially impacted the public interest.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Clover Park Citizens for Schools completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $600 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The $600 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Linda Farmer completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Steven Minnich concerning the requirements (a) to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of becoming a candidate, (b) to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, and (c) to provide complete sponsor identification on advertisements. In the future, staff expects Steven Minnich to file timely and accurately and include sponsor identification as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and timely report contributions and expenditures in the 2024 Special Election campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation. We also find that the amendments, specific to this complaint, are insufficient evidence of late reporting.
West Valley Votes made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially affect the public interest. Upon notification of these errors the committee treasurer, Sam Andrews, promptly worked with staff and amended their reports, making the necessary corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and hereby resolves this matter as a technical correction per RCW 42.17A.755(1) & (2) and WAC 390-37-060.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and noted that the Respondent, by way of its treasurer, failed to provide the statutory required access to its books of account by not allowing access to its records within 48 hours, as required by law.
Staff determined that the Committee was not aware of the statutory requirement to allow inspection of books of account to the public within 48 hours of the request being made by a member of the public. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent concerning its failure to allow public inspection in the manner required by the statutory Scheme.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the 49th Legislative District Democrats; the applicable PDC reports filed by the 49th Legislative District Democrats; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
On a C-3 report filed Jan. 5, 2024, the 49th Legislative District Democrats reported the $2,000 donation as received and deposited Jan. 2, 2024, which was 117 days later than the deposit was actually made, making the report 87 days late. The 49th Legislative District Democrats do not have other similar violations of PDC requirements. Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the circumstances do not support a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the 49th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 to respond to a request for inspection of books of account. Staff expects you, in the future, to respond to requests to review your books of account per requirements associated with commercial advertisers and political advertisements.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee to a vendor that were not timely disclosed. However, this deficiency was mitigated by the fact that the respondent did not have any prior violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiency found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. The Respondent signed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid $150 in civil penalty. The signed SOU acknowledged the violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to file expenditure reports.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164846 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164846 Ampersand Media Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7570/164846%20Ampersand%20Media%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""164846 Ampersand Media Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164846 Ampersand Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7570/164846%20Ampersand%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""164846 Ampersand Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7570/164846%20Ampersand%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/19/2025 07:52:52 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 4804 4904 95991 07/13/2021 07/12/2021 09/14/2021 Glen Morgan Krystal Marx Marx, Krystal: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. (EY '21; Jul '21) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved as Remedial Violation Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Krystal Marx, a 2021 candidate for Burien City Council, Position 5, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contributions(C-3) reports and Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Based on staff findings and the fact the Campaign took prompt action to comply, PDC Staff has determined the alleged non-compliance that appears to constitute violations of PDC laws and rules made by Krystal Marx are remedial in nature, and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. They involved expenditures total no more than $500, occurred more than 30 days before the election, were inadvertent and minor in nature, and did not materially affect the public interest. Krystal Marx took corrective action as required by law for a remedial violation and Krystal Marx also substantially met all other required filing due dates within the previous 12-month period.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Rosemary Brinson Siipola, Chair Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee, provided a copy of the Oct. 3, 2023 registration and a Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) report filed with the PDC on Oct. 5, 2023 listing the $1,955 contribution from the WSDCC received on Sept. 19, 2023 and deposited on Oct. 5, 2023. Per RCW 42.17A.235, the Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee was required to deposit the $1,955 contribution before or on September 26, 2023. The donation from the WSDCC to the Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee was deposited nine days late.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely deposit the contribution does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to timely deposit contributions and file all required reports. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a commercial advertiser inspection of the books of account does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Digital Room will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for not responding to a commercial advertiser request for inspection of the books of account. Staff expects, moving forward, that Digital Room, and its brands, follow all laws and rules on requirements associated with commercial advertisers and political advertisements in Washington state. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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WANA completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.640 and paid a $300 civil penalty for failing to timely disclose grassroots lobbying advertisements and for the failure to include the required sponsor identification information on grassroot lobbying advertisements sponsored during the 2024 legislative session. PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and timely report the Cash on Hand for the end of the 2018 campaign and the beginning of the 2024 campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Committee to Support Deer Park Schools made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially affect the public interest. Upon notification of these errors the committee treasurer, Jody Hodgson, promptly amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and hereby resolves this matter as a technical correction per RCW 42.17A.755(1) & (2) and WAC 390-37-060.
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156897 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - 156897 - John Hymas.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7151/SOU%20-%20156897%20-%20John%20Hymas.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 156897 - John Hymas"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""156897 John Hymas Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7151/156897%20John%20Hymas%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156897 John Hymas Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""John Hymas"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2024-08-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-08-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/26/2024 09:47:40 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 4829 5049 100349 10/31/2021 10/31/2021 01/25/2022 Kara Suzanne Aley John Skansi Skansi, John: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor address on political advertising mailer. (EY '21; Oct '21) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the three complaints filed on October 31, November 1, and November 3, 2021. The complaints alleged that John Skansi, a 2021 candidate for City Council for the City of Gig Harbor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on written political advertisements and a television advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
John Skansi was a first-time candidate in the 2021 election. It appears that the lack of sponsor ID on the mailer and flyer produced by Mr. Skansi were omitted due to his inexperience with PDC statutes and rules and possibly incorrect guidance given by PDC staff. In addition, the lack of sponsor ID on the flyer produced by a third party was the responsibility of Mr. Skansi before distribution but he was unaware of this obligation at the time.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on written political advertisements sponsored by the Respondent does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Skansi will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include sponsor identification on two political advertisements paid for by him and one advertisement produced by a third party but distributed by him. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Skansi ensure that all future advertisements mailed or disseminated by him include the required sponsor identification information whether originally created by him or by a third party. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Gary Hintze (the “Respondent”); and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on the findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation the warrants further investigation concerning the Respondent’s use of booth space at the Central WA State Fair.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the submission the missing report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 payment.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Report (C-4 report) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Tracy Morgan concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Tracy Morgan to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on these findings the staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation. The in-kind contributions in total were below the contribution limit for this office, occurred more than 30 days before the election, were inadvertent and minor in nature, and did not materially affect the public interest. Christopher Ortiz took timely corrective action and also substantially met all other required filing due dates within the previous 12-month period.
Additionally, as to the WAC 390-16-034 allegation regarding failure to provide contributor's employer and occupation, the staff found that the contributor in question was the candidate. Historically, if an F-1 report is on file for the candidate, the PDC has not required the candidate to report their employer information on the C-3.
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Staff’s review found:
• In 2021, Melissa Beard was a candidate for re-election to the Tumwater School Board and won re-election by a significant margin. Ms. Beard selected the Full Reporting Option and was required to file C-4 reports even if her campaign had little or no activity.
• Most of Ms. Beard’s C-4 reports were filed January 15, 2022, over two months after the November 2, 2021 general election. However, the late-filed reports showed little activity.
The PDC dismissed the complaint and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the allegations or taking further enforcement action. However, staff issued a formal warning concerning the Respondent’s failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures, without regard to the level of campaign activity. Staff expects the Respondent to timely file all reports of contributions and expenditures in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by David Voltz are remedial in nature and do not call for further investigation or enforcement action. The campaign raised and spent no money. The Respondent lost the election and any violations in their reporting have been cured and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/151276 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6642/Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Initial hearing results to respondent"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""151276 Voltz_David Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6642/151276%20Voltz_David%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151276 Volt_David Dismissal Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6642/151276%20Volt_David%20Dismissal%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Remedial resolution""}, {""file_name"" : ""151276 Voltz David Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6642/151276%20Voltz%20David%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 11:58:19 AM PDC staff resolved case after campaign remediated small-dollar reporting error. 4845 7075 155792 06/11/2024 06/11/2024 08/29/2024 Conner Edwards David Griffin David Griffin: Alleged violations RCW 42.17A.235, & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose expenditures on reports. (EY24, JUN24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - StatewideThe complaint alleged David Griffin a 2024 Candidate for Washington State Lieutenant Governor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, specifically failing to report payment of a filing fee.
David Griffin made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Andre Stackhouse made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest. The same day they were notified of the error, Andre Stackhouse reported the expenditure.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Jimenez violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures.
Noncompliance appears to be the result of a lack of understanding of PDC requirements rather than the intent to withhold information from public disclosure. Based on the findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Better Schools Oak Harbor is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures. Staff expect that Citizens for Better Schools Oak Harbor timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and include the required level of detail for campaign expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on guidance regarding current caseload levels the Commission issued at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $100, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that the Respondent pay the $100 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $100 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to collections or to seek a court order compelling compliance with this Order.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Respondent for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $300 penalty with $150 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
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The violations of PDC laws and rules made by Justin Murta are remedial in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure and contribution involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) were inadvertent and minor and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Justin Murta was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint, the relevant statute(s) and rules, the response to the complaint, and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on this review, staff found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158525 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""158525 Twitter_X Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7258/158525%20Twitter_X%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""158525 Twitter_X Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7258/158525%20Twitter_X%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158525 Twitter - X Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7258/158525%20Twitter%20-%20X%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/15/2024 04:02:33 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 4855 7007 155329 06/10/2024 06/10/2024 09/17/2024 Christopher Hurst Tim Verzal Tim Verzal: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include party identification for a candidate for partisan office. (EY24 JUN24) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - StatewideOn June 10, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include sponsor Identification language on political advertising.
Staff's review found that the Respondent's yard signs were purchased about two weeks before the new sponsor identification language became effective and as such his yard signs were exempt from the sponsor identification language requirement. Staff did, however, find that the Respondent failed to include party affiliation on his campaign yard signs, as required by law.
Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to include party affiliation on his campaign yard signs and informed him the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On October 20, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include or disclose complete sponsor Identification language on political advertising.
Staff's review found that the Respondent's Campaign created and presented campaign political advertising(s) to the public that failed to include sponsor identification language required by the statute - “Paid for by"" or “Sponsored by,” including name and full address of the sponsor.
Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to include sponsor identification language on political advertisement and informed him the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/144280 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""144280 Spencer Hamlin Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6278/144280%20Spencer%20Hamlin%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""144280 Spencer Hamlin Complaint Disposition Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6278/144280%20Spencer%20Hamlin%20Complaint%20Disposition%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""144280 Hamlin, Spencer Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6278/144280%20Hamlin%2C%20Spencer%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/18/2024 09:36:43 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4857 6845 154146 05/10/2024 05/10/2024 09/17/2024 Robert Parker PressCats, Inc. PressCats Inc: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for failure to provide inspection of commercial advertiser books of account. (EY'24, MAY'24) WAC 390-18-050, RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Written Warning Commercial AdvertiserOn May 10, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 by failing to timely respond/allow a commercial advertiser request to inspect books of account.
Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to respond to a commercial advertiser request to inspect books of account, as required by the statutory scheme.
Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to reach out to the PDC staff for clarification regarding the commercial advertiser law/rule before unilaterally deciding that only PDC staff may request records from a commercial advertiser, even though members of the public are also allowed to request records from a commercial advertiser. The Respondent was informed the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and supporting documentation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Committee Chair, Cade Walker, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late submission of the March 2024 C-4 report was due to an unknown vendor issue and, during the transition to a new treasurer, the Respondent’s lack of follow up to ensure the report was posted to the PDC’s website. Staff was able to see the confirmation provided by the vendor showing the Respondent’s attempt to timely file the C-4 report on April 10, 2024. Staff found no evidence that the omission was intentional or done to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the March 2024 C-4 report detailing non-election specific expenditures and summarizing previously timely disclosed deposits, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Thurston County Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure campaign activity during March 2024. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Thurston County Democrats timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there was a discrepancy in the carry-forward balance from the 2022 to the 2024 Committees. Staff noted that while there was a discrepancy, it was unintentional and the difference between the original carry-forward amount from the April 2022 Committee and what was reported as the carry-forward amount into the 2024 Committee/campaign was $40.
The Respondent made a minor or ministerial error on a required report, which did not materially impact the public interest. upon notification of the error, the Committee treasurer promptly worked on amending the report(s), making the necessary technical corrections, as requested by staff.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. Staff issued a Technical Correction to resolve this matter.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the incomplete sponsor identification originally included on the 2024 Marc Doney Campaign signs was due to an oversight and not purposely omitted to conceal the identity of the sponsor of the ad. Staff found that, although the signs initially failed to include the required address of the sponsor, the identity of the sponsor as the Respondent’s committee was clear to the reader.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Marc Doney will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Doney will review all future written political advertisement to ensure that it includes the required sponsor identification prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/155793 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""155793 Marc Doney Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7076/155793%20Marc%20Doney%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""155793 Doney Marc Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7076/155793%20Doney%20Marc%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""155793 Doney Marc Warning - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7076/155793%20Doney%20Marc%20Warning%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 09/18/2024 10:08:14 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4861 6647 151425 04/01/2024 04/01/2024 09/18/2024 Kyle Wheeler Scott Brummer Brummer, Scott: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures (EY22, APR24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged Brummer failed to report expenditures to the Silver Agency during his 2022 campaign. Brummer stated he was unaware the expenditure needed to be reported as both a debt and an expenditure.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Scott Bremmer concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports. In the future, staff expects Scott Brummer to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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A debt of $8,073.22 to The Golf Club at Hawks Prairie should have been included on the 2028 Committee’s C-4 report filed April 5, 2024, covering March 2024.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, North Thurston Citizens for Schools (NTCFS) - 2028 will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, and rules; PDC Interpretation 04-02 “Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns”; the response provided by City of Centralia Interim Police Chief, Andy Caldwell, on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the endorsement letter for 2024 Lewis County Commission candidate Sean Swope created and distributed by the Respondent was done using an existing understanding of de minus use of facilities and not done with deliberate disregard of the prohibitions described in RCW 42.17A.555. Upon receipt of the complaint, the City of Centralia Police Department and the Association took separate actions to allow collaboration between the parties without risking future violations of RCW 42.17A.555.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, use of the City of Centralia and Centralia Police Department resources to create and disseminate a candidate endorsement made by the Centralia Police Officers Association does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practice Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Patty Finch will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of City of Centralia and Central Police Department resources for the purpose of sharing the endorsement of a candidate for public office. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Sgt. Finch not use public office-related facilities (resources) to support or oppose any candidate for public office, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555 and WAC 390-05-271. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158991 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""158991 Finch Patty Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7283/158991%20Finch%20Patty%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158991 Finch Patty Warning - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7283/158991%20Finch%20Patty%20Warning%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""158991 Patty Finch Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7283/158991%20Patty%20Finch%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158991 Patty Finch Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 11/25/2024 08:34:04 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4864 6294 144527 10/26/2023 10/26/2023 09/18/2024 Glen Morgan Melanie Morgan Morgan, Melanie: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 &.240 for failing to timely & accurately report contributions and expenditures (EY18, OCT23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - LegislativeThe complaint alleged that Melanie Morgan may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports during the 2018 election year.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Melanie Morgan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $1,000 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The $1,000 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC records show a C-3 report covering March 15, 2024 was filed on May 31, 2024, listing a $50,000 contribution from UA Local 32 Plumbers, Pipefitters, HVAC/Refrigeration that was received on March 15, 2024.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, UA Local 32 PIPE PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose the contribution on a C-3 report. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kevin Young will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to provide sponsor identification on political advertising; and RCWs 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately report expenditures and contributions in the 2024 election. Staff expects Mr. Young, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules for RCW 42.17A.320 and WACs 390-18-010 and 020, and RCWs 42.17A.235 and .240, and WACs 390-16-034 and 037. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/153417 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""153417 Young_Kevin Initial Hearing Results Letters (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6664/153417%20Young_Kevin%20Initial%20Hearing%20Results%20Letters%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""153417 Young_Kevin Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6664/153417%20Young_Kevin%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""153417 Kevin Young Complaint (3).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6664/153417%20Kevin%20Young%20Complaint%20%283%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""153417 Kevin Young Complaint (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6664/153417%20Kevin%20Young%20Complaint%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 12:38:44 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4867 7254 158421 08/12/2024 08/12/2024 09/18/2024 Conner Edwards Overnight Printing Overnight Printing: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for failure to provide inspection of commercial advertiser books of account. (EY24, JUL24) WAC 390-18-050, RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Reminder Commercial AdvertiserThe complaint alleged that Overnight Printing of Seattle, a commercial advertiser who is listed in PDC expenditure records as providing political advertising services, may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 by failing to provide inspection of its commercial advertiser books of account.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a commercial advertiser inspection of the books of account does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Overnight Printing of Seattle about the importance of the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 to respond to a request for inspection of books of account. Staff expects Overnight Printing of Seattle, in the future, respond to requests to review its books of account per requirements associated with commercial advertisers and political advertisements.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158062 2000.00 500.00 500.00 2000.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""158062 Christopher Moore Annual F1 Full Memo WEB.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7243/158062%20Christopher%20Moore%20Annual%20F1%20Full%20Memo%20WEB.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158062 Christopher Moore Annual F1 Full Memo"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158062 Christopher J Moore Full Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7243/158062%20Christopher%20J%20Moore%20Full%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158062 Christopher J Moore Full Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158062 Christopher Moore F1 Final Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7243/158062%20Christopher%20Moore%20F1%20Final%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158062 Christopher Moore F1 Final Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Christopher J Moore"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2024-09-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-10-21"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""sus on condition F-1 & prior F-1s filed pen & prior penalties paid no vio 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 500.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-11-03"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/03/2025 12:10:45 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4870 7242 158061 08/12/2024 09/24/2024 PDC Staff Dustin M Kraft Dustin M Kraft: Alleged violation RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual Personal Financial Affairs statement (F-1) by April 15, 2024 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1 Allegation: Violation RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual Personal Financial Affairs statement (F-1) by April 15, 2024 (GE24) https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158061 2000.00 500.00 500.00 0.00 2000.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft F1 Final Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7242/158061%20Dustin%20Kraft%20F1%20Final%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft F1 Final Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft Annual F1 Full Memo WEB.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7242/158061%20Dustin%20Kraft%20Annual%20F1%20Full%20Memo%20WEB.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft Annual F1 Full Memo"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft Full Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7242/158061%20Dustin%20Kraft%20Full%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158061 Dustin Kraft Full Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dustin M Kraft"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2024-09-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-10-21"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""sus on condition F-1 & prior F-1s filed pen & prior penalties paid no vio 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 500.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 09:57:36 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4871 7092 156306 06/30/2024 06/29/2024 09/20/2024 Jacob Read Marnie Claywell Marnie Claywell: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .320 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and failure to provide complete sponsor identification on their campaign website. (EY24 JUN24) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Legislative "PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Marnie Claywell (the “Respondent”) and Dottie Moffitt the campaign Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Marnie Claywell will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and for failing to provide complete sponsor identification on their campaign website. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Marnie Claywell, going forward, file all required reports of contributions and expenditures accurately and timely and follow RCW 42.17A.320 in future political advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Ken Heaton filed a Candidate Registration declaring his candidacy for Port Commissioner for the Port of Everett, in 2023, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and listing himself as Treasurer. Mr. Heaton was a first-time candidate for public office.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
The Respondent filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late. The reports disclosed minimal contribution and expenditure activity that fell below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Ken Heaton concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should he declare his candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156945 250.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""156945 Steve Wellein F-1 Annual BAP Order (EY24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7199/156945%20Steve%20Wellein%20F-1%20Annual%20BAP%20Order%20%28EY24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156945 Steve Wellein F-1 Annual BAP Order (EY24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""156945 Steve Wellein Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7199/156945%20Steve%20Wellein%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156945 Steve Wellein Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Steve R Wellein"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2024-09-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-10-21"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""sus on condition F-1 filed pen paid no vio 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/20/2025 03:06:48 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4875 7198 156944 07/18/2024 09/24/2024 PDC Staff Steve O'Ban Steve O'Ban: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023
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Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
At the April 10, 2025, Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250 with $100 suspended on the condition that the penalty is paid and the outstanding report filed within 30 days of the date of the order in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/154817 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""Multiple Respondents Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6878/Multiple%20Respondents%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""154817 Joe Lomedico BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6878/154817%20Joe%20Lomedico%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Joe Lomedico"", ""address"" : ""152 Taholah St SE, Ocean Shores WA 98569"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-05-07"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-06-06"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""suspended on condition report is filed and penalty is paid within 30 days of order"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/19/2025 04:58:32 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 4893 7163 156909 07/18/2024 09/23/2024 PDC Staff Kowsar Abshir Kowsar Abshir: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports filed by Ivan Khala; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Ivan Khala concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports. In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Ivan Khala to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and noted that complainant in this matter sent two commercial advertiser requests to the Respondent via email on February 18 and again on March 4, 2024. The Respondent failed to respond to both requests. Staff noted, based on the information received from the Respondent, that the email requests for commercial advertiser requests were never received by the Respondent because she was not actively monitoring the email provided to the public for Whiplash Apparel, LLC., and therefore failed to respond to a request to inspect books of account.
While the Respondent failed to respond to two commercial advertiser requests to inspect books of account, she was not aware that there was a request to inspect books. As soon as it was brought to her attention, she took responsibility by working with the complainant to obtain the records needed/requested.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent concerning its failure to monitor and maintain an official working email that is monitored constantly in case of a commercial advertiser request for books of account inspection and for failure to respond to such a request.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears that, although the sponsor identification included on the online advertisements sponsored by People for Responsible Social Housing included sponsor identification information that was not legible, the advertisements satisfied the exemption for small online advertising by including a link that directed viewers to a website containing the required disclosures upon being clicked once.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide complete sponsor identification does not appear to be a violation that calls for further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, No Mega Jail in Ferndale will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include all components of complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that representatives of No Mega Jail in Ferndale comply with all laws, rules and PDC guidance in the future pertaining to sponsor identification. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
On May 28, 2024, Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file a 7-day pre-Special Election C-4 report (covering 1/18/22-1/31/22). The original report was due on February 1, 2022, filed 10 days late, and did not disclose any expenditures. The committee amended the C-4 report on June 6, 2022 to disclose over $9,500 in election-related (levy) expenditures. These expenditures were reported 125 days late, after the February 8, 2022 Special Election to which they relate, and deprived the public of information during a time-sensitive period in the election cycle. The $150 civil penalty assessed resolves the above allegation.
Furthermore, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee received a formal written warning concerning their failure to 1) timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing their contributions and expenditures; and 2) preserve the committee’s books of account, bills, receipts, and other financial records for no less than five calendar years. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee comply with the above requirements in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Kennewick Citizens Levy & Bond Committee about the importance of 1) disclosing sufficient details on C-4 reports regarding the purpose and/or description of expenditures; and 2) submitting amended reports within 21 days of the original reports, when possible, in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to provide required expenditure detail and failure to timely file the post primary C-4 Report amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Forest Hofer will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose expenditures and expenditure detail. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Forest Hofer timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159737 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159737 Forest Hofer Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7320/159737%20Forest%20Hofer%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159737 Forest Hofer Resolution Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7320/159737%20Forest%20Hofer%20Resolution%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 12:39:24 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4925 7597 166245 01/09/2025 01/09/2025 03/19/2025 Conner Edwards Cedar House Printing Cedar House Printing: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request (EY24 JAN25) RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Reminder Commercial AdvertiserOn January 9, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.345 by failing to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request.
The staff's review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to timely provide/allow inspection of the books of account as required by the statutory scheme and issued a reminder.
Based on this determination and action by the PDC, staff determined that no other action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
Pursuant to the notice of brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) sent to Karen Burke on July 23, 2024, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on August 29, 2024, remotely from Olympia, WA. The purpose of the hearing was to consider whether Karen Burke violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose expenditures for vendor debt repayments and outstanding candidate loans on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. On February 11, 2019, Karen Burke filed the C-1 report, selecting the “Full Reporting” option and listing Camila Powell as Treasurer.
2. On October 17, 2023, PDC staff received a complaint filed by Patricia Mullett alleging that Karen Burke had violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, by failing to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing expenditures for vendor debt repayments and outstanding candidate loans.
3. The last C-4 report submitted by the Respondent for election year 2019 included activity from July 30 to August 31, 2019, and disclosed a cash-on-hand balance of $3,154.75 and $19,391.53 in outstanding liabilities. The debts owed were for services provided by Blue Spruce Strategies LLC in the amount of $13,391.53 and a $6,000 loan owed to the Respondent.
4. In her response to the complaint received January 16, 2024, the Respondent confirmed that her 2019 campaign had no outstanding debts, stating that she and her spouse paid the balance owed using personal funds.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. Karen Burke violated RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose expenditures for vendor debt repayments and outstanding candidate loans on C-4 reports.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
1. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent shall file any missing campaign reports disclosing the payment or forgiveness of any outstanding debts reported as still owed as of August 31, 2019, within 30 days of this Order and is assessed a total civil penalty of $500 in accordance with the Brief Enforcement penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
2. It is further ordered that $250 of the $500 penalty is suspended on the following conditions:
a. The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($250) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Order.
b. The Respondent files any missing reports disclosing the payment or forgiveness of any outstanding debts reported as still owed as of August 31, 2019, within 30 days of this Order.
c. The Respondent provides documentation to PDC staff regarding the above referenced debt payments, within 30 days of the date of this Order.
3. It is further ordered that, if the Respondent fails to comply with any of the above conditions:
a. The full $500 penalty shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission and PDC Staff is directed to refer the matter to collections and/or commence other legal proceedings as authorized by RCW 42.17A and 390 WAC.
b. Any missing campaign reports shall be due immediately.
The complaint alleged UPrinting, a commercial advertiser, may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for not responding to a request to inspect its books of account.
A link for Legal Matters is provided on Uprinting.com, where a user can access the site: https://www.uprinting.com/legal-matters.html, which lists how to submit the request for commercial advertising books of account.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the missing information from Ms. Alexander’s current F-1 report was due to a minor oversight. Staff found no evidence that the Respondent omitted personal financial affairs information from her F-1 reports in order to purposely conceal it from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose reportable income on the annual F-1 report covering calendar year 2023 does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Lisa Knight Alexander will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose all reportable personal financial information for herself on the F-1 report filed in 2024 as an elected official. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ms. Alexander accurately and timely files all future required reports of financial affairs. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C3 and C-4 reports. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Steven Rader, Jr. (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include the full name of a contributor (business) on a C-3 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Steven Rader, Jr. made a minor or ministerial error on a required report, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of this error, Steven Rader, Jr. timely amended his report, making the necessary technical correction[1] as requested by staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
[1]""Technical correction"" means the correction of a minor or ministerial error in a required report that does not materially harm the public interest and needs to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of this chapter. RCW 42.17A.005(52).
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• SEIU Local 6 PAC is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• You filed a complaint alleging late reporting.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The post-primary C-4 report was filed 31 days late on October 11, 2024.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, SEIU Local 6 PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that SEIU Local 6 PAC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on September 13, 2024 and January 2, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Background & Findings
• American Federation of Teachers Washington Committee On Political Education was a continuing committee under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file a C-3 report and failed to timely file expenditure reports
• Additionally the Respondent failed to timely file the post-general C-4 report for the 2024 general election.
• The Respondent amended their C-4 reports to properly report their contributions.
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the Post-General Election C-4 report and (2) failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures during the 2024 election campaign. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
YesForLibraryLevy made a minor or ministerial error on a required report, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of the error, the Committee treasurer, Mark Madsen, promptly worked on amending the report(s), making the necessary technical correction(s) as requested by staff.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and
PDC guidance; the response provided by the Kent School Board of Directors (the “Respondent”); and
other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more
violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a
public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities
(resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the
promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
• WAC 390-05-271(1) states that RCW 42.17A.555 does not restrict the right of any individual to
express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate if such expression
does not involve a use of public office or agency facilities.
• WAC 390-05-273 defines normal and regular conduct to mean conduct, which is lawful, and usual.
No one may authorize a use of public facilities for the purpose of helping a candidate’s campaign
or promoting or opposing a ballot proposition, in the absence of a constitutional, charter, or
statutory provision separately authorizing such use.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
•The Kent School Board of Directors (the “Board”) is an elected five-member board where each board
member serves a four-year term. Meghin Margel is the currently appointed Board of Directors
President. The Board is responsible and accountable for the Kent School District which serves
students at 44 schools and encompasses Auburn, Black Diamond, Covington, Kent, Maple Valley,
Renton, SeaTac, and unincorporated King County.
• At the July 10, 2024, Special Board Meeting, Resolution 1680 was adopted by the Board concerning
a proposition for a replacement capital projects and technology levy. The ballot measure was put on
the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot as Proposition No. 1 and it did pass.
• On September 25, 2024, the Board met for a regularly scheduled meeting, at which there was time
reserved on the agenda for a “preliminary comment period.” Per the Board Policies and Procedures,
#1420P, this period is allotted “30-minutes and is for non-agenda items or comments without a
specific agenda item.” During this period, multiple teachers, speaking as members of the public,
made comments in support of the ballot measure on the General Election ballot.
• PDC staff reviewed the video of the September board meeting and at no time did any board member
or the Board President limit or stop the public comments to avoid violating RCW 42.17A.555.
However, the Board President did stop public comment and remind the audience about applicable
policies related to other topics of public comment.
• RCW 42.17A.555 does allow a school board to vote on a resolution to support or oppose a ballot
measure at a properly noticed public meeting. The public must be given proper notice of a vote on
this type of a resolution and provided time for comment in support of or opposition to the board’s
resolution. However, RCW 42.17A.555 does not allow a board to permit its regular comment periods to
become forums for campaign advocacy.
• The Board does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to stop public comment
that either supports or opposes a ballot measure, except for in instances when those type of
comments are allowed by law, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Kent School Board of Directors will receive a formal
written warning concerning their failure to comply with RCW 42.17A.555. Staff expects that in the
future the Board will not allow public comment that either supports or opposes a ballot measure
except for in instances when those type of comments are allowed by law. The Commission will
consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future
violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this
matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
This case alleged that Bethel Citizen’s Committee for School Support, a political committee, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing timely and accurately file C-3 reports and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the committee and provide required expenditure details on C-4 reports for election year 2022 that were due to be filed from 2019 to 2022.
At a Brief Enforcement Hearing (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding) held on 9/12/24, the Commission's Presiding Officer found the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures for years 2019-2022 and assessed a penalty of $600, of which $350 is suspended if the conditions of the Order, including the submission of missing and amended reports, are met (see attached).
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However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PDC issued a letter that serves as a formal warning concerning the Committee’s failure to timely report contributions and expenditures and its failure to provide complete descriptions of expenditures. Staff expects the Respondent to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and provide complete descriptions of expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Relevant facts follow:
Background
Late Reporting
Alleged Failure to Describe Expenditures
This case allleged that Matthew McCally, 2024 candidate for State Representative of Legislative District 37 (House), violated RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-043 by failing to 1) timely and accurately file C-3 reports and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by his campaign for election year 2024; and 2) allow public inspection of his candidate books-of-account.
At an Brief Enforcement Hearing (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding) held on 10/3/24, the Presiding Officers found that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to file the 7-day pre-Primary, 21-day pre-Primary, and post-Primary C-4 reports for election year 2024 and allow public inspection of his candidate books-of-account. They assesed a $600 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143., of which $500 is suspended based on the conditions stated in the Order (see attached).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C-4 reports and issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Respondent filed a Candidate Registration on July 20, 2023, for the Full Reporting option. A Declaration of Candidacy was filed on May 9, 2024. The Respondent is a current County Commissioner for Island County and was on the 2024 Primary Election ballot.
• PDC staff reviewed the reports alleged to have been filed late and confirmed the reports were filed late as indicated in your complaint. In the Respondent’s response to the first complaint, she acknowledged that early in her campaign there was late filing of reports and took responsibility for the late reporting.
• For the allegation of missing expenditure details on C4 110217560, the report was amended on September 13, 2024, with the required information.
• For the allegation that the first C-4 report starting the campaign showed a $0 starting balance, this allegation is confirmed. The report was amended on July 18, 2024, to reflect a corrected carry forward balance from the 2020 campaign. The Respondent accepted responsibility for the error in reporting.
• Staff do note there are many late filed C-3 and C-4 reports, throughout the campaign, not called out in your complaints. However, the pre-primary 21-day C-4 and the 7-day C-4, and the post-election C-4 reports were filed timely.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Melanie Bacon will receive a formal written warning concerning their to failure to comply with the filing requirements noted above. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Melanie Bacon timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Southwest Washington Firefighters PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to comply with the filing requirements noted above. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that they timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures going forward. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C-4 reports. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C3 and C-4 reports. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Background & Findings
2021 Election
• In 2021 the Respondent ran for a position on the City of Sunnyside Council and failed to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1). They attended a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (BAP) on August 12, 2021, for case 95333, and were ordered to pay a $400 civil penalty, with $300 suspended, for the missing C-1. The missing C-1 was filed on November 1, 2021, but the $100 civil penalty was not paid within 30-days of the Order, nor did the Respondent file the missing C-3 and C-4 reports for their 2021 campaign. At the time the Respondent filed the C-1, they selected the Mini Reporting option but failed to file any C-3 or C-4 reports during the period in which they were required to file as a full reporter. The suspended penalty of $300 was reinstated and the total civil penalty of $400 was sent to collections.
• On September 9, 2024, a C-4 and C-3 were filed for the period of June 7, 2021, through November 30, 2021, showing that the Respondent was the only contributor to their campaign and that there were campaign receipts and expenditures totaling $152.10.
• The $400 civil penalty for case 95333 was paid on October 22, 2024.
2024 Election
• On January 1, 2024, the Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1), for the Full Reporting option. They are running in election year 2024 for the Washington State House of Representatives, Legislative District 14.
• The Respondent filed a C-4 report, for the period November 12, 2023, through December 31, 2023, reporting “non-itemized expenditures” of $374.79, a deposit of $92.55 from the candidate to the campaign, and “small contributions” of $100. Based on this reporting, the campaign started in November 2023 and should have filed the C-1 within 2-weeks, no later than December 1, 2023, of the campaign account being funded or expenditures being incurred. The C-1 was filed five weeks late.
• On May 16, 2024, the Respondent was issued a Warning from the PDC in case 149296. PDC staff determined that the Respondent was required to file C-3 reports for each deposit made in the previous month and a C-4 report covering the period through the last day of the previous month(s). The reports were due on January 10, 2024, for the period between December 1 and 31, 2023; February 12, 2024, for deposits made in January 2024; and March 11, 2024, for deposits made in February 2024. The Warning, in case 149296, did not address a C-4 that the Respondent failed to file for the period November 17, 2023, to November 30, 2023. This C-4 was filed seven months late, on July 15, 2024. The report was amended three times with the last amendment being on July 31, 2024. The Respondent should have filed a C-4 report for November 2023 by December 10, 2023. There was one C-3 report filed seven months late, on July 29, 2024, for a deposit made on November 22, 2023.
• The following Primary Election 2024 reports are included in the Statement of Understanding referenced below:
o The April C-4 filed 2.5 months late and an April C-3, for a deposit on April 23, 2024, filed 19-days late.
o The May C-4 was initially filed a month late and then amended with significant receipts and expenditures reported, making the report 7 weeks late. The May C-3s were filed timely.
o The June C-4 was due by July 10, 2024, but was initially filed on June 14, 2024, and then amended five times with a final report submitted on July 31, 2024, making it 21 days late. Five of the six C-3s filed in June were filed between 1 to 7 weeks late with only one of the C-3s filed that month submitted timely.
o The 21-day C-4 report was initially filed timely, July 16, 2024, but then amended and refiled on July 31, 2024. There were five associated C-3 reports, three of which were filed late but within July.
o The 7-day C-4 report was filed timely, as were the associated C-3 reports.
o The post-election C-4 for July 30, 2024, through August 31, 2024, was originally filed timely on September 9, 2024, but amended two days later to include an in-kind contribution associated with one of the complaints in this case. There were nine C-3 reports filed for the period July 30, 2024, through August 31, 2024; three reports were filed 21-days late.
o For C-4 #110222294, there were two expenditures to Vistaprint that occurred in April 2024 and were missing the number of items printed. The descriptions were amended and as of July 31, 2024, show the required number of printed items. This addressed one of the allegations in a complaint filed with the PDC by Conner Edwards.
o For C-4 #110234765, for the period July 1, 2024, through July 15, 2024, there is an expenditure to Parker Outdoors, paid on July 10, 2024, for $1600 for “Electronic Billboard.” The Post-election C-4, #110244866 as amended on September 11, 2024, also shows an expenditure for signs. These reports address an allegation of missing expenditure reporting for “billboards” In a complaint filed by Kenton Gartrell.
Summary and Resolution
Chelsea Dimas completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations for a 2nd offence of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for late filed 2021 and 2024 C-3 and C-4 reports, and a 2nd offence for violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for a late filed 2024 Candidate Registration (C-1). The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaints.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Moses Lake Citizens for Progress in Education filed its April 2024 Special Election 21-day pre-election C-4 eight days late, and its 7-day pre-election C-4 two days late, but both were filed prior to the April 2024 Special Election. The post-election C-4 was filed 11 days late.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely report the debt does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Moses Lake Citizens for Progress in Education will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures and contributions and the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Gentle will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to accurately and timely disclose contributions and include complete sponsor identification on political advertising.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Fred Grant, a 2024 Candidate for Washington State Governor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, specifically failing to report payment of a filing fee.
Fred Grant made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest. Before notification of the error, and before requested by staff, Fred Grant reported the expenditure.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than $1,000, and the violations were minor and otherwise have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. In addition, Tom Flint took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff, and substantially met filing deadlines for all other required reports within the preceding 12 months.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C3 and C-4 reports. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to timely and accurately report a contribution does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Dxwlalip Leaders sponsored by Tulalip Tribes of Washington will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately report a contribution. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to follow all laws, rules and PDC guidance about filing timely and accurate reports of contributions. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Natasha Hill is a first-time candidate and responded to the complaint by making the required amendments prior to the 2024 Primary Election. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Natasha Hill will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to accurately and timely disclose expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Both committees registered with the PDC as supporting the 2025 Issaquah School District bond proposal (Issaquah KIDS and Volunteers for Issaquah Schools) stated they did not purchase or sponsor the signs.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159759 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159759 Pro-Choice Washington PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7342/159759%20Pro-Choice%20Washington%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159759 Pro-Choice Washington PAC Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159759 Pro-Choice Washington PAC Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7342/159759%20Pro-Choice%20Washington%20PAC%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159759 Pro-Choice Washington PAC Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 02/14/2025 12:28:08 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 4978 7343 159760 09/13/2024 09/13/2024 01/24/2025 Conner Edwards RentIsTooDamnHighWa.org RentIsTooDamnHighWa.org: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 SEP24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Issue "Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file the C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, RentIsTooDamnHighWA.org will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that RentIsTooDamnHighWA.org timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159760 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159760 RentlsTooDamnHighWa.org Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7343/159760%20RentlsTooDamnHighWa.org%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159760 RentIsTooDamnHighWA.org Closure Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7343/159760%20RentIsTooDamnHighWA.org%20Closure%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159760 RentlsTooDamnHighWa.org Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7343/159760%20RentlsTooDamnHighWa.org%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 01:06:40 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4979 7016 155443 06/14/2024 06/13/2024 08/02/2024 Daniel Hodun Misipati Semi Bird Bird, Misipati Semi: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.405(14) by accepting contributions in excess of contribution limits (EY24 JUN24) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - StatewideThe complaint alleged Semi Bird, a 2024 Candidate for Washington State Governor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.405(14) by accepting contributions in excess of contribution limits.
Non-compliance appears to the be result of a good-faith omission that was remedied within two days of being notified by the PDC.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, accepting contributions in excess of contribution limits, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
The Committee made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC received two complaints alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240. The first complaint alleged that a mailer expenditure for election year 2023 was not reported, and that case was resolved with a Warning letter. The second complaint, which was filed some months later, alleged 1) an expenditure description for election year 2023 was inaccurate; and 2) reports for election year 2023 were not accurate as evidenced by a negative ending balance on the campaign's last C-4 report. The allegations made in both complaints concerned reports filed for the same election year. After reviewing the second complaint and determining that it fell under the scope of the previously resolved case, PDC staff reopened this case to address the second complaint.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Mr. Denholm (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose an in-kind contribution/expenditure for a mailer and additional contributions and expenditures on a C-4 report field two days late does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Denny Denholm received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that Denny Denholm timely and accurately disclose contributions, in-kind contributions and expenditures, including accurate descriptions, on reports in future years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. This amends our previous warning letter, issued January 11, 2024.
The Respondent also made technical corrections to minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harmm the public interest, specifically to resolve negative ending balances on campaign reports, within 14 days, per staff's request. Accordingly, those matters are hereby resolved as technical corrections per WAC 390-37-060(b), and no further action is warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Randy Agnew will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Randy Agnew timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred does not constitute a material violation because it was inadvertent and minor, or has been cured, and, after consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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Any violation of RCW 42.17A.205 that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed the allegation of failure to timely register with the PDC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Regarding the allegation in case 155941 that Semi Bird violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide party preference and sponsor identification on political advertising for election year 2024, Bird was assessed a total civil penalty of $600, of which $500 was suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
The complaints allege City of Burien officials violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules, and the response provided by Adolfo Bailon, Burien City Manager, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC staff noted subjective, charged language should be closely scrutinized in future election-related information.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation. PDC staff is reminding City of Burien officials about the importance of monitoring content focused on election issues to ensure it remains fair and objective. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Marc Doney will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Marc Doney timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/160582 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""160582 Marc Doney Resolution Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7387/160582%20Marc%20Doney%20Resolution%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""160582 Marc Doney Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7387/160582%20Marc%20Doney%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160582 Marc Doney Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7387/160582%20Marc%20Doney%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/18/2025 11:41:16 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 4989 7164 156910 07/18/2024 07/29/2024 PDC Staff KRIENKE MARTIN L KRIENKE MARTIN L: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1
PDC staff reviewed the allegation; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
As noted in the letter to Conner Edwards the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
The PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/160719 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""160719 Friends of Community and Technical Colleges Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7394/160719%20Friends%20of%20Community%20and%20Technical%20Colleges%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""160719 Friends of Community and Technical Colleges Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160719 Friends Of Community And Technical Colleges Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7394/160719%20Friends%20Of%20Community%20And%20Technical%20Colleges%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""160719 Friends Of Community And Technical Colleges Resolution Letter"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/20/2025 08:57:17 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 4991 7391 160692 10/03/2024 10/03/2024 03/04/2025 Drew Stokesbary Philip Johnson Philip Johnson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.430 and .445 for improper disposal of surplus funds for personal purposes (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.40.090/42.17A.430, RCW 29B.40.130/42.17A.445 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LegislativeOn October 3, 2024, the PDC received a complaint alleging that the Respondent, Philip Johnson, a 2024 candidate for State Representative in the 18th Legislative District, Position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.430 for improper disposal of surplus funds and RCW 42.17A.445 for unauthorized personal use of campaign funds.
Staff found that the Respondent in this matter used his campaign funds to purchase political advertising using funds left over from his primary race for state representative in the 2024 primary election cycle. Specifically, the Respondent used his dedicated campaign debit card to use leftover monies from his unsuccessful primary campaign to purchase two newspaper advertisements not related to his campaign for a total of $1,300 for two ads that were placed in the September 18 and 25 editions of The Reflector, a local newspaper in Battleground, Washington.
Based on the findings, staff issued a formal warning to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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As noted in the letter to Conner Edwards the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
The PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Ridgefield School District that to comply with RCW 42.17A.555, the District should refrain from urging voter participation in only those elections that involve matters pertaining to the District. In addition, PDC staff is reminding the District about the importance of monitoring timing and tone of printed, website and social media content and public outreach focused on election issues. While the rules do allow using normal and regular tools to inform the public about a ballot measure, PDC staff have noted that testimonials, especially by students, could be considered emotional appeals that are promotional in nature. PDC staff have noted that content provided by public agencies regarding a ballot measure that includes students should be closely scrutinized in future election-related communication related to a possibility of its emotional appeal.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against the International Union of Painters Allied Trades Political Action Together PAC, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.250 by the International Union of Painters Allied Trades Political Action Together PAC for failing to file Out-of-State political committee reports (C-5 reports) disclosing political contributions made to local, Legislative and Executive candidates seeking public office in Washington State.
George Pernick, Senior PAC Compliance Manager for PAC Outsourcing LLC, stated in his response that “IUPAT PAT PC is the IUPAT’s federally-registered PAC” and prior to calendar year 2020, “the Union made contributions to candidates and groups in Washington from IUPAT PAT PC” through that PAC and filed C-5 reports as required to disclose contribution activity in Washington state. He stated that “beginning in 2020, the Union stopped using IUPAT PAT PC in Washington” and since that time the union has made its contributions to candidates and political committees in Washington State from IUPAT Political Action Together Legislative Education Committee (IUPAT PAT-LEC).
Mr. Pernick stated that IUPAT PAT-LEC is “a self-funded Separate Segregated Fund (SSF) within the meaning of 26 U.S.C. § 527(f)(3)” and is “financed exclusively” using union general treasury funds. He stated that IUPAT PAT-LEC does not solicit or receive contributions from individual members that are used for political purposes and added that IUPAT PAT-LEC uses SSF’s to make contributions to candidates in states which the statutes and regulations allow unions to use general treasury funds to make contributions to candidates and political committees.
Mr. Pernick stated that IUPAT PAT-LEC only registers as a political committee in states where they are required to do so under state law to make contributions to those state candidates and political committees. He stated that entering calendar year 2020, the union made the changes to the way they made contributions to candidates and political committees, including in Washington State. He stated that prior to calendar year 2020, the IUPAT PAC would make contributions to Washington State candidates and political committee which would be disclosed on the C-5 report.
Mr. Pernick stated that IUPAT PAT-LEC filed C-7 reports for calendar years 2020 and 2023, disclosing the contributions made to Legislative and Executive candidates and related political committees. He added that IUPAT PAT-LEC did not file C-7 reports for contributions made during calendar years 2021, and 2022, which included the $1,000 contribution made to Trevor Smith for State Representative in the 40th Legislative District in 2022, that was included with your complaint, since they did not make a total of $20,000 in contributions to trigger the C-7 threshold.
RCW 42.17A.630 is the statute governing the C-7 filing requirement and states that any business, union, association, organization or other entity, except for an employer of a registered lobbyist who files an annual L-3 report or a registered political committee that files campaign disclosure reports, shall file a C-7 report for the preceding calendar year monetary or in-kind contributions made to: (1) support or oppose a legislative or statewide executive office candidate; (2) political committees that support or oppose a legislative or statewide executive office candidate; and (3) to committees formed to support or oppose a statewide ballot measure.
PDC staff reviewed the two C-7 reports filed by IUPAT PAT-LEC for calendar years 2020 and 2023 disclosing the Washington State contributions made to candidates and political committees that were above the C-7 reporting threshold. The C-7 report was required to have been filed by IUPAT PAT-LEC, not later than March 1, 2021 for calendar year 2020, and the last day February in 2024 for calendar year 2023. IUPAT PAT-LEC filed the following C-7 reports: (1) On March 2, 2021, IUPAT PAT-LEC filed a C-7 report for calendar year 2020 disclosing $23,000 in monetary contributions made to a number of 2020 Washington State Executive and Legislative candidates that were itemized on the report; and (2) On February 29, 2024, IUPAT PAT-LEC filed a C-7 report for calendar year 2023 disclosing $154,400 in monetary contributions made to a number of 2024 Washington State Executive and Legislative candidates, to all four caucus political committees, to all four caucus-related political committees, and a political committee, that were itemized on the report.
Mr. Pernick reiterated that all “contributions the Union has made to Washington candidates and committees since the beginning of 2020, “have been from IUPAT PAT-LEC, the union’s self-funded Separate Segregated Fund.”
Based on these findings, PDC staff found no evidence of violations that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing any further enforcement action in this instance. IUPAT PAT-LEC, the union’s self-funded Separate Segregated Fund, filed the required C-7 reports for calendar years 2020, and 2023, disclosing monetary contributions made to Washington candidates and committees. In addition, IUPAT PAT-LEC acknowledged that in calendar years 2021and 2022 the contributions made to candidates and political committees were below the C-7 reporting threshold. Thus, no C-7 report was required to have been filed for those years.
Since the funds used by IUPAT PAT-LEC did not come from an out-of-state political committee, no C-5 reports were required to have been filed. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Noncompliance concerning late or inaccurate reporting for the latter half of 2021 through 2024 appears to be the result of the following mitigating factors: 1) good-faith errors or omissions; 2) the newness of the PAC; 3) an inexperienced Treasurer; and 4) the committee’s uncertainty concerning the reporting requirements for an out-of-state PAC with minimal activity in Washington state that did not participate in Washington state elections. While some of the dollar amounts that were disclosed are large, the impact of non-compliance on the public was minimal because nearly all the expenditures reported were contributions made to out-of-state committees or for operating expenses.
Several late original and amended reports for 2020 - 2024 that were filed by the committee in 2023 and 2024 were part of their ongoing efforts to resolve reporting deficiencies brought to light by the complaints and the committee’s own internal audit, which is also mitigating.
The Respondent's late reports for 2020 and part of 2021 fall outside the 5-year statute of limitations set forth in RCW 29B.60.050.
However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures in 2021-2026. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by your committee for the years 2020-2026 that are not otherwise addressed herein are hereby dismissed.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, under the Full Reporting option, a committee is required to disclose contribution and expenditure information by submitting Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports to the PDC. The Committee’s due dates for the C-3 and C-4 reports are determined by its activity and participation in the election cycle.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
WOPAC worked timely and effectively with PDC staff to address reporting issues. In their response to the complaint, the WOPAC Chair said the organization “is a small PAC affiliated with Optometry’s professional organization in Washington State, (Optometric Physicians of Washington). It is run mostly by volunteers who are optometrists (with full time jobs). Check writing, distribution, and reporting are done by different individuals. We make every attempt to communicate efficiently and be timely with our reporting. We will do better in the future.”
WOPAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports in the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaints.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears that the failure to file a 7-day C-4 report was the result of a lack of understanding of the requirements regarding expedited reporting deadlines prior to special elections, and SEIU 775 Ballot Fund did not intentionally withhold information prior to the February 11, 2025, special election, as demonstrated by filing the monthly C-4 report just three days after the 7-day C-4 report was due.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a 7-day C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, SEIU 775 Ballot Fund is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclose expenditures prior to elections. Staff expect that SEIU 775 Ballot Fund update its reporting schedule to include expedited reporting prior to the elections in which it is participating and to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
As noted in the letter to Conner Edwards the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
The PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to collections or to seek a court order compelling compliance with this Order.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Respondent for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2024 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions (C-3 reports) and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, A. L. Brown will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that A. L. Brown timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/160673 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""160673 Brown A L Warning Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7390/160673%20%20Brown%20A%20L%20Warning%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160673 Brown A L Complaint (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7390/160673%20%20Brown%20A%20L%20Complaint%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160673 A. L. Brown Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7390/160673%20A.%20L.%20Brown%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/20/2025 09:12:04 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5006 7080 155938 06/11/2024 06/11/2024 10/08/2024 Conner Edwards Tim Verzal Tim Verzal: Alleged violations RCW 42.17A.235, & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose expenditures on reports. (EY24, JUN24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - StatewideOn July 11, July 19, August 1 and September 11, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received complaints alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports, and failure to respond to a formal request for inspection of books of account, as required by law.
Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required C3 and C-4 reports, including failure to respond to formal request for inspection of books of account. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• The Pend Oreille County Democrats was a Bonafide County Non-Exempt committee that was registered under full reporting during calendar year 2024.
• The Respondent filed their C-4 covering February 6, 2024, through February 28, 2024, on December 19, 2024, disclosing $244.69 in expenditures. This report was 283 days late, having been due March 11, 2024.
• The Respondent filed their C-3 report disclosing $240 in contributions on November 11, 2024. This report was 153 days late, having been due June 10, 2024.
• Additionally, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure details on C-4 reports.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). While PDC staff is not requiring that you address the allegations at this time, you are encouraged to bring your reporting into full compliance, particularly for political advertising for which reporting should include information about the quantities, run dates and which campaigns were supported or opposed.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Michael Ferguson concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should they declare candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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• On March 3, 2022, Michael Lilliquist filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for City Council in the City of Bellingham in election year 2024, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging late filed C-3 (contribution) reports, and missing C-4 (expenditure) reports.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The respondent has filed 11 C-3 report and 15 C-4 reports for the time period between March 3, 2022 and December 1, 2024, disclosing the candidate having raised $3,598.79, and spent $291.48.
• A number of these reports were filed significantly late, however these late reports generally disclosed minimal activity and were filed well before the election period.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Michael Lilliquist will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Michael Lilliquist timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The complaint alleged that Let’s Go Washington Sponsored by Brian Heywood (Let’s Go Washington or LGW) may have violated RCW 42.17A.320(6) and RCW 42.17A.350 by failing to include required sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background & Findings
“PAID FOR BY LET’S GO WASHINGTON SPONSORED BY BRIAN HEYWOOD. TOP FIVE CONTRIBUTORS: BRIAN HEYWOOD, BIAW MEMBER SERVICES CORPORATION, STEVE GORDON, LAWRENCE HUGHES, KEMPER HOLDINGS LLC.”
At the January 30, 2025, Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to file accurate and timely required C-4 reports. Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and informed him the Commission would consider the written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Maggie Yates (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the late reporting of the 2022 Yates Campaign was due to an oversight and not done to purposely conceal campaign activities from the public. Additionally, PDC staff encourages self-reporting even at the risk of a complaint, as was done in this case (with a complaint being filed the same day as the reports were submitted).
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Maggie Yates completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file the Post General Election C-4 report during the 2022 election.
In addition, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Maggie Yates will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contributions received. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Maggie Yates timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The $150 penalty assessed, and the written warning resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/155477 150.00 25.00 25.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""155477 Terry Carlson BAP Hearing Notice F-1 Candidate (EY 24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7047/155477%20Terry%20Carlson%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20F-1%20Candidate%20%28EY%2024%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""155477 Terry Carlson BAP Hearing Notice F-1 Candidate (EY 24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""155477 Terry Carlson Candidate F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7047/155477%20Terry%20Carlson%20Candidate%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""155477 Terry Carlson Candidate F-1 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Terry Carlson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2024-08-09"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-09-09"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""sus penalty paid w/in 30 days and no vio for 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 25.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/20/2025 09:13:29 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5020 7050 155480 06/18/2024 08/14/2024 PDC Staff David Lobe David Lobe: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 &.700 for failure to file a Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) within 14 days of becoming a candidate (EY24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 &.700 for failure to file a Candidate Registration (C-1) and Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) within 14 days of becoming a candidate
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156950 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU - 156950 - Yesenia Martinez - 08.07.2024.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7204/SOU%20-%20156950%20-%20Yesenia%20Martinez%20-%2008.07.2024.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 156950 - Yesenia Martinez - 08.07.2024"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""156950 Yesenia Martinez Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7204/156950%20Yesenia%20Martinez%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156950 Yesenia Martinez Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Yesenia Martinez"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2024-08-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SOU Payment""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/10/2024 10:31:19 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5023 7131 156877 07/18/2024 08/14/2024 PDC Staff Emily Clouse Emily Clouse: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards and Glen Morgan on September 13, 2024, October 15, 2024, October 16, 2024, and April 16, 2025. The complaints alleged that Kent Firefighters IAFF Local 1747 PAC (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing timely and accurate disclose contributions and expenditures in election years 2023-2025.
Specifically, these four complaints collectively alleged the Respondent failed to do the following:
An allegation made in the first complaint regarding late pre- and post-Primary Election C-4 reports for 2024 was dismissed because the committee’s 2024 Primary Election C-4 reporting was previously addressed in PDC Case 159748. However, these findings nonetheless address weekly C-3 reports and pre- and post-General C-4 reports for 2024.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures in 2024 and 2025. PDC staff expect the committee to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future, especially during the time-sensitive period before an election in which the committee participates. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of disclosing vendor name and address for a reimbursed expenditure on the C-4 report. PDC staff expect the committee to disclose all required vendor details for expenditures in the future, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.430 states, in part, that no candidate or authorized committee may transfer funds from the surplus funds of the candidate to any other candidate or other political committee.
• Per RCW 42.17A.235 under the Full Reporting option, a committee is required to disclose expenditure information by submitting Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports to the PDC. The Committee’s due dates for the C-4 reports are determined by its activity and participation in the election cycle.
o RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a) indicates a C-4 report is due each month “if the committee has received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month and either the total contributions received, or the total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.”
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Committee to Elect Joel Kretz – Surplus Funds Account, registered with the PDC on June 12, 2019, as a continuing committee for the Full Reporting option.
• Upon review of the evidence provided, it was determined that an expenditure was made from the Committee to Elect Joel Kretz – Surplus Funds Account on March 27, 2024, for $1000 as a contribution to the Committee to Elect Jacquelin Maycumber. The expenditure was reported on C-4 #110214254 for the period March 1, 2024, to March 31, 2024, submitted on May 10, 2024, 2 months late.
• Jacqueline Maycumber, a candidate for Congress in the 2024 election, reported the contribution as received by the Maycumber for Congress committee, reporting to the Federal Elections Commission on April 15, 2024.
• In their response, Joel Kretz said the “Committee to Elect Joel Kretz received guidance in March that I could make a donation to a congressional campaign, from my Surplus Account. After reviewing the RCWs, I realize that guidance was incorrect and have informed the congressional campaign.” PDC staff followed up on this statement and discovered the “guidance” came from the Maycumber campaign.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements that are within the five year statute of limitations.
Summary and Resolution
Once notified of the complaint, the Respondent contacted the Maycumber campaign and worked through the process to receive a refund for the contribution. The Maycumber Campaign returned the $1000 to the Respondent and the funds were deposited into the Committee to Elect Joel Kretz – Surplus Funds Account on September 11, 2024, reported in the Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) report #110244851.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Joel Kretz will receive a formal written warning concerning their late reporting of an expenditure and the improper disposal of surplus funds to support another candidate. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Joel Kretz follows RCW 42.17A.430 regarding the use of surplus funds and timely file reports of expenditures per RCW 42.17A.235. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 1, 2022 Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer found a violation of .700 and assessed a $200 penalty with $100 suspended if the conditions of the Order are met w/in 30 days of the Order.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/110471 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""110471 Fincher Brenda Amended Annual F1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5390/110471%20Fincher%20Brenda%20Amended%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""110471 Fincher Brenda Amended Annual F1 BAP Order"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""110471 Fincher Brenda annual F-1 Hearing Notice (GE 22).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/5390/110471%20Fincher%20Brenda%20annual%20F-1%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE%2022%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Brenda Fincher"", ""address"" : ""25915 29th Ave S, #B205 Kent, WA 98032"", ""order_date"" : ""2022-09-29"", ""due_date"" : ""2022-10-31"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Violation of .700 found"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""If non-suspended $100 is PD w/in 30 days & no further viol 4 yrs"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-10-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/26/2024 08:41:14 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5039 6609 151243 02/20/2024 02/20/2024 02/27/2025 Conner Edwards Frazier, John Frazier, John: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports (EY23, Feb24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - LocalAt the January 30, 2025, Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to collections or to seek a court order compelling compliance with this Order.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Respondent for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
However, the following activities do not violate .555:
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Diana Haglund is receiving a formal written warning concerning their involvement in the use of public facilities to proliferate communications during an election. RCW 42.17A.555 does not prevent a public agency, nor its employees, from making an objective and fair presentation of the facts if such activity is part of the normal and regular conduct of the agency.
However, in no case will the PDC view a promotional campaign or marketing effort related to an election as normal and regular conduct. There is evidence that the tone and tenor of the language, as well as the quantity and frequency of the communications, right before an election, were promotional and a marketing effort. With this formal written warning, staff expects Ms. Haglund to in the future comply with all requirements of RCW 42.17A.555 and PDC guidance outlined in Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns and in a 2015 staff analysis. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Dr. Kory Kalahar has completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $600 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or
ballot. The $600 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
The complaint, filed by Marina Multhaup and Dmitri Iglitzin on behalf of Washingtonians for Ethical Government on October 29, 2024, concerned contributions made by Lawrence Patrick Hughes, Case 161712, received by Let's Go Washington Sponsored by Brian Heywood, Case 161496; Dave Reichert, Case 160779; and Jaime Herrera Beutler, Case 161493.
The complaint alleged that Let's Go Washington Sponsored by Brian Heywood may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to accurately record and report its true contributors; that Dave Reichert and Jaime Herrera-Beutler may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.405(14) by failing to accurately report their contributors and by accepting contributions which exceed the limits for individuals per election; and that Lawrence Patrick Hughes may have violated RCW 42.17A.435 by unlawfully contributing money under the name of a deceased person and RCW 42.17A.405(2) by, through that means, making contributions in excess of the contribution limits.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 require candidates and political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures including the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions during the period.
RCW 42.17A.435 states, “No contribution shall be made and no expenditure shall be incurred, directly or indirectly, in a fictitious name, anonymously, or by one person through an agent, relative, or other person in such a manner as to conceal the identity of the source of the contribution or in any other manner so as to effect concealment.”
Relevant facts for this Respondent are as follows:
Let’s Go Washington Sponsored by Brian Heywood, Case 161496
Lawrence Patrick Hughes, Case 161712
Staff reminded Lawrence Patrick Hughes about the importance of clearly stating to the recipient of a campaign contribution to whom the contribution should be attributed when it is not obvious.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
PDC staff advise you to amend your 2024 reports to provide required expenditure detail, which includes run dates for political advertising. You also are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on October 16, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Active in Democracy Tacoma Firefighters Union completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file C-4 reports and not properly describing expenditures during the 2024 election campaign; and this signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 calendar year that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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The complaint alleged the Cascade Political Action Committee (Cascade PAC), a Continuing Political Committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.420 by accepting an over-limit contribution within 21 days of an election.
Non-compliance appears to be the result of an error that Cascade PAC corrected within two business days of being notified by the PDC. Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report the expenditure for the filing fee report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Cascade PAC made a ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee does not amount a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, IFPTE LEAP PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.250 for failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee. Staff expects the IFPTE LEAP PAC, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about reporting of expenditures supporting or opposing a Washington state candidate or political committee. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Jernigan violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Paul Nuchims filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for County Commissioner in Kitsap County in the 2024 election.
• RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a) and WAC 390-16-043 outline the requirements for candidates and committees to allow for the inspection of their campaign books of account during the 10-day period leading up to an election they are participating in.
• You reported sending a request via email on August 1, 2024 to view the Respondent’s books of account and receiving no response.
• The candidate did not proceed past the primary election.
• The Respondent does not have previous violations for failure to provide inspection.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff will issue a formal written warning to Paul Nuchims concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The complaints alleged that No On 2124, a Political Action Committee registered with the PDC for election year 2024, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320, .350 and WAC 390-18-025 by failing to include complete sponsor ID on political advertisements.
In response, Libby Watson, from the No On 2124 committee stated the Committee would correct the disclaimer as soon as possible. It appears the committee did update the advertisements on its website at some point after receiving the complaint. In this instance, failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, No On 2124 will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertisements. The formal written warning will include the expectation the Committee and its members will review all future political advertisements to ensure any includes the required sponsor identification prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Description:
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RCW 42.17A.320 requires electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising to list the party preference for elections to partisan office.
In response, Norquist stated a vendor, Bicoastal Media, “made significant changes without my knowledge and that I did not approve (including removing the sponsorship information from the ads.)”
In addition, Norquist provided a letter from Bicoastal Media, which admitted the error and provided art that Norquist approved. The approved art did include proper sponsor identification.
RCW 42.17A.340(2) states: If a broadcasting station or other medium changes the content of a political advertisement, the station or medium shall be responsible for any failure of the advertisement to comply with RCW 42.17A.320 through 42.17A.335 that results from that change.
Per RCW 42.17A.340(2), staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on August 1, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation listed in the complaint; the information submitted with the complaint, the relevant statute(s) and rules, the response to the complaint, and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on this review, staff found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on August 1, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 16, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: failing to timely file C-4 (expenditure) reports during the 2024 election campaign; the $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 calendar year that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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• The Campaign failed to accurately file a C-4 for May 2024 that included the filing fee.
• Upon being informed of the missing information on the C-4 on July 23, 2024, the Respondent’s campaign amended the report to including the missing information on August 4, 2024 to disclose an in-kind contribution by the Respondent in the amount of $2,173.91 for the Respondent’s filing fee.
• The Respondent was a candidate for Kitsap County Superior Court Judge. As a Superior Court judicial candidate who drew no opposition, the Respondent was automatically confirmed as the winner and no election was held.
Cadine Ferguson-Brown made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. Cadine Ferguson-Brown made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
Staff also determined that any violation regarding the timeliness of reporting was minor and has
been cured.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Campaign failed to timely file a C-4 for May 2024.
• Upon being informed of the missing C-4 on July 23, 2024, the Respondent’s campaign filed the missing report the same day. The only activity disclosed on the report was an in-kind contribution by the Respondent in the amount of $2,173.91 for the Respondent’s filing fee.
• The Respondent was a candidate for King County Superior Court Judge. As a Superior Court judicial candidate who drew no opposition, the Respondent was automatically confirmed as the winner and no election was held.
Taki Flevaris made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. Taki Flevaris made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
Staff also determined that any violation regarding the timeliness of reporting was minor and has been cured.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a technical correction in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On July 29, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using/authorizing the use of public facilities of Lewis County to promote/support a ballot proposition/measure.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that while the Respondent did promote a ballot proposition/measure since there was no ballot measure/proposition to support, the Respondent was a 2024 candidate for re-election to the same office as such, staff found that the Respondent used the facilities Lewis County to indirectly promote his candidacy for re-election to the same office in the 2024 election cycle and issued a formal reminder letter to the Respondent.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Coalition for Pro Business Women will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Coalition for Pro Business Women timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Stephanie Lloyd-Agnew filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Representative in Legislative District 43 in the 2024 election.
• RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a) and WAC 390-16-043 outline the requirements for candidates and committees to allow for the inspection of their campaign books of account during the 10-day period leading up to an election they are participating in.
• You reported sending a request via email on August 1, 2024 to view the Respondent’s books of account and receiving no response.
• In response to your complaint, the Respondent said that while she did fail to provide her campaign’s books of account, it was because due to unforeseen circumstances, she was forced to move into a new home, which was outside of the 43rd Legislative District. As such, she was no longer eligible to hold the office she was seeking and stopped any campaign activity.
• The candidate did not proceed past the primary election.
• The Respondent does not have previous violations for failure to provide inspection.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff will issue a formal written warning to Stephanie Lloyd-Agnew concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on August 1, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-3) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred does not constitute a material violation because it was inadvertent and minor, and has been cured, and, after consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) in the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, as required by the law and issued a warning to the Respondent. However, it should be noted that while some reports for the initial campaign in 2020 were late, there was a known overlapping issue with reports from different campaigns overlapping each other and the Respondent had sought assistance from PDC staff with realigning the different reports from different campaigns and match them with the right campaigns. The Respondent reached out to PDC staff about this issue before this complaint was filed.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Tela Hogle filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Senate in Legislative District 22, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a total of two late filed C-3 (contribution) reports, and one C-4 (expenditure) report with a lack of required detail for an in-kind purchase, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The campaign has filed 32 contribution reports totaling $5,718.55, for the 2024 election cycle. A small number of the contribution reports were filed at most 28 days late, for a combined total of $200 dollars.
• The campaign stated that the expenditure identified in the complaint was a purchase of thank you cards that were not for the purposes of political advertising and as such did not require further details.
• The Respondent stated they appreciate the opportunity to learn, and make necessary corrections and will continue to strive to meet every deadline.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Tela Hogle will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Tela Hogle timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• On May 6, 2024, the Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) for election year 2024 as a candidate for State Representative for Legislative District 21.
• Additionally, the Respondent was a candidate for City Council of City of Mukilteo in election year 2023.
• The Respondent was issued a warning for violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 in PDC case 153514 regarding his candidacy for City Council of City of Mukilteo in election year 2023.
• The Respondent acknowledged that the two C-3 reports in questions were filed late.
• In response to PDC complaint 157356, The Respondent amended a C-4 covering the time period of a May 1 – 31, 2023, adding the required expenditure detail.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Jason Moon completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. This signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Marlin Fryberg, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for Snohomish County Fire District No. 15, failed to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Fryberg violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed October 21, 2024. The complaint alleged Curtis King may have violated RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting an over-limit contribution.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The contribution involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2), and any violation occurred more than 30 days before an election.
In addition, Curtis King took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff, and substantially met filing deadlines for all other required reports within the preceding 12 months.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• Justice Not Jails was a committee under full reporting during calendar year 2024.
• The committee filed two C-4 reports and one C-3 report significantly late.
• Additionally, the committee failed to provide complete expenditure details on the C-4 report covering July 1, 2024, through July 31, 2024.
• The committee spent a total of $7,293 in 2024.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
PDC staff advise you to amend your 2024 reports to provide required expenditure detail. You also are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
The complaints alleged that ELLA Adelante may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 and .320 by failing to register with the PDC as a political committee and by failing to provide sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the allegation that the Respondent has failed to register with the PDC as a political committee is unfounded, and that the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) , however, ELLA Adelante will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to provide sponsor identification on political advertising in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that ELLA Adelante ensures that any future political advertising by ELLA Adelante include all required elements of sponsor identification (“Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” followed by the name and full address of the sponsor). The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Fencl violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to file timely and accurate Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports in the 2024 election does not amount a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, WSVMA-PAC sponsored by Washington State Veterinary Medical Association will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts &
Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports. Staff expects the committee, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about filing accurate and timely campaign reports. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations contained in the complaints and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditures reports as alleged. The Respondent signed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) to resolve the complaint and the case was dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Working with PDC Filer Assistance staff, the Green Party of the United States filed two C-5 reports on Aug. 28, 2024, listing the two contributions made to Washington state candidates. Neither of the candidates advanced to the General Election.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation. Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Green Party of the United States will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.250 for failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee. Staff expects the Green Party of the United States, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about reporting of expenditures supporting or opposing a Washington state candidate or political committee. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that on January 10, 2024, the Respondent filed a C-4 report showing a negative balance of $2,107.76 on Line 20 of the C-4 report, which is normally indicative of contributions and/or expenditures that have not been disclosed/reported. The staff also noted that the Respondent failed to include proper description(s) of the expenditures incurred by the campaign. For example, the Respondent failed to include the number/quantity of walk pieces purchased by the campaign for the July 27, 2023, expenditure paid to Upper Left Strategies in the amount of $1,296.54 for “Printing literature, fliers, postcards, etc.: Walk piece printing.”
Based on the above findings, staff issued a formal warning to the Respondent and subsequently dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/161972 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""161972 Nuevacamina Angie Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7471/161972%20Nuevacamina%20Angie%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161972 Angie Nuevacamina Complaint Disposition Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7471/161972%20Angie%20Nuevacamina%20Complaint%20Disposition%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""161972 Nuevacamina Angie Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7471/161972%20Nuevacamina%20Angie%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/04/2025 12:47:37 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5094 7495 162107 11/12/2024 12/06/2024 PDC Staff Lynda Hall Lynda Hall: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyLynda Hall completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 2, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
An Out-of-State Political Committee (C-5) Report, was due by July 10, 2024, but was not submitted until July 30, 2024.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee does not amount to a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.250 for failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee. Staff expects the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers PAC, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about reporting of expenditures supporting or opposing a Washington state candidate or political committee. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Jennifer Mayberry (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to provide complete sponsor identification on the campaign website does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jennifer Mayberry will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to provide complete sponsor indentation for political advertising. It is staff’s expectation that Jennifer Mayberry will provide complete sponsor identification in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156936 250.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""156936 Nic Scott F-1 Annual BAP Order (EY24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7190/156936%20Nic%20Scott%20F-1%20Annual%20BAP%20Order%20%28EY24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156936 Nic Scott F-1 Annual BAP Order (EY24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""156936 Nic Scott Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7190/156936%20Nic%20Scott%20Annual%20F1%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156936 Nic Scott Annual F1 BAP Hearing Notice (GE24)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Scott, Nic"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2024-09-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-10-21"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""sus on condition F-1 filed pen paid no vio 4 years"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/20/2025 01:19:18 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5103 7093 156307 06/29/2024 06/29/2024 10/21/2024 Conner Edwards Friends of Selah Friends of Selah: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures (EY26, JUN24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Friends of Selah (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Based on this information, the PDC finds that this matter does not warrant further investigation and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Friends of Selah will receive a formal written warning concerning the committee’s failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditure activity. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Friends of Selah timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/156307 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""156307 Friends of Selah Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7093/156307%20Friends%20of%20Selah%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""156307 Friends of Selah Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""156307 Friends of Selah Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7093/156307%20Friends%20of%20Selah%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""156307 Friends of Selah Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7093/156307%20Friends%20of%20Selah%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 12:54:40 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5104 7469 161960 10/30/2024 10/30/2024 11/13/2024 Shela Pistoresi Jay Eyestone Jay Eystone: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditures on reports (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - JudicialThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on October 30, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on September 23, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Sophia Ressler completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on November 13, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Deleon violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on September 11, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
A complaint was filed by Marina Multhaup and Dmitri Iglitzin, on behalf of Washingtonians for Ethical Government, concerning contributions made by Lawrence Patrick Hughes, Case 161712, to Let's Go Washington Sponsored by Brian Heywood, Case 161496; Dave Reichert, Case 160779; and Jaime Herrera Beutler, Case 161493.
The complaint alleged, in part, that Jaime Herrera-Beutler may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.405(14) by failing to accurately report contributors and by accepting contributions which exceed the limits for individuals per election.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 require candidates and political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures including the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions during the period.
RCW 42.17A.435 states, “No contribution shall be made and no expenditure shall be incurred, directly or indirectly, in a fictitious name, anonymously, or by one person through an agent, relative, or other person in such a manner as to conceal the identity of the source of the contribution or in any other manner so as to effect concealment.”
Relevant facts are as follows:
Jaime Herrera-Beutler, Case 161493
The complaint alleged that Spokane Fire Department Officials may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities or resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted, the applicable statutes and rule, and the responses provided by Julie O’Berg, Spokane Fire Department Chief, and by Randy Marler, Spokane Firefighters Union (IAFF Local 29) President, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, there does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Spokane Fire Department Officials about the importance of preventing the misuse of public facilities and resources, including equipment, vehicles, and use of employees during working hours.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The language as it original was presented on the website:
On August 6, 2024, ballot, Yakima County Fire District 12 (West Valley Fire-Rescue) will be requesting to lift the cap on the existing property tax levy rate.
The language as amended:
On the August 6, 2024, ballot, Yakima County Fire District 12 (West Valley Fire-Rescue) is proposing to lift the cap on the existing property tax levy rate.
Based on our findings, the evidence in this instance does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.555.
The PDC finds that no further action is necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to collections or to seek a court order compelling compliance with this Order.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Respondent for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
The PDC strongly encourages you to disclose the filing fee paid to declare your 2024 candidacy. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Colfax violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged that City of Liberty Lake Officials may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing public facilities or resources to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by City of Liberty Lake officials, including Mayor Cris Kaminskas and City Clerk Kelsey Hardy; City of Liberty Lake meeting materials and video recordings; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to properly notice the September 17 and October 1 meetings does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the City of Liberty Lake will receive a formal written warning concerning the extent to which members of the City Council engaged in advocacy regarding ballot initiatives at the September 17, 2024, meeting without proper notice to enable public participation, and concerning the lack of proper notice for the October 1, 2024, meeting. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the City of Liberty Lake include all required elements when publicly noticing meetings in which councilmembers express a collective decision or vote upon a motion in support of or opposition to a ballot proposition. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on October 17, 2024. The complaints alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted
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• James J Streifel Jr. (the Respondent) filed the 7-day expenditure (C-4) report 2 days late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The complaint alleged FedEx may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for not responding to a request to inspect its books of account.
Within one day of the in-person request, FedEx provided access to its commercial advertiser books of account.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted
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On Nov. 4, 2024, PDC staff received a call from SiriusXM legal counsel who stated they had just now received information regarding a possible complaint and requested PDC staff send them your original request. The Respondent noted that your request was sent to an email address not monitored by SiriusXM Media’s legal or advertising teams. On Nov. 8, 2024, Sirius XM responded to you with records of political advertising placed with it prior to 2024.
SiriusXM stated that it no longer accepts political advertising for candidates for state, local or judicial office in Washington and was not able to find any records of advertising during the 2024 election cycle.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a commercial advertiser inspection of the books of account does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding SiriusXM about the importance of timely responding to requests for inspection of commercial advertiser books of account as required under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 and also the importance of posting information on how to request the company’s commercial advertiser books of account.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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CEO of the Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for not timely and accurately filing one or more Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports with the PDC.
Based on guidance regarding current caseload levels the Commission issued at its January 23, 2025 meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting for the 2024 election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. However, failure to comply with PDC requirements in the future may lead to enhanced enforcement action.
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Background & Findings
• The complaint alleged a lack of required detail on C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
• The Committee updated their expenditure detail to include the vendor and quantities of political advertising within 2-14 days of being notified of the complaint.
Summary and Resolution
You made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. You made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
The complaint alleged City of Sunnyside officials violated RCW 42.17A.555 by misusing public facilities or resources to promote, directly or indirectly, a campaign for the election of any person to any office. The specific allegation includes the city’s Feb. 16, 2024, Facebook post of an invitation to city staff and the city council to attend the grand opening of the Chelsea Dimas for State Representative campaign office grand opening.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to the City of Sunnyside concerning the prohibition on the use of public agency facilities to promote, directly or indirectly, a campaign for election of any person to any office.
In the future, the City of Sunnyside should closely scrutinize the use of public resources, including advertising on its social media sites and resources used for private events. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Local 48 Electricians PAC (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Under RCW 42.17A.250(2), an out-of-state political committee is required to file an Out-Of-State Political Committee (C-5) Report “no later than the tenth day of the month following any month in which a contribution or other expenditure reportable under subsection (1) of this section is made. An out-of-state committee incurring an obligation to file additional statements in a calendar year may satisfy the obligation by timely filing reports that supplement previously filed information.”
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Local 48 Electricians Political Action Committee (PAC) is a political action committee of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 48 union, based in Portland, Oregon.
• Local 48 Electricians PAC receives contributions from Washington residents. The PAC expends those funds by being the primary contributor to the Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA, a Washington state registered political action committee. The Southwest WA Electricians PAC participates in Washington elections by contributing to candidates and other committees. These two PACs share the same stated purpose of supporting candidates and measures advocating family, living wages, benefits and working conditions.
• On September 25, 2024, the Local 48 Electricians PAC filed three Out-of-State Political Committee (C-5) reports with the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) for 2024. The reports were amended on October 3rd, 4th and 7th in 2024 and included expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for a total of $110,839.02 between February and September 2024.
o These reports also showed a total of $251,278.77 reported as contributions received from Washington state residents.
o The September report was timely, but the reports covering earlier periods in the year were untimely.
• On September 25, 2024, the Local 48 Electricians PAC filed four C-5 reports with the PDC for 2023. The reports were amended on October 10, 2024, and included expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for a total of $71,116.99 between January and September 2023.
o These reports also showed a total of $194,193.90 reported as contributions received from Washington state residents.
o All the reports were filed late.
• On October 18, 2024, the Local 48 Electricians PAC filed the following C-5 reports with the PDC:
o Four C-5 reports were filed for 2022. The reports showed expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for: $21,701.61 on February 11, 2022; $32,368.75 on June 1, 2022; $36,943.95 on September 1, 2022; and $38,335.22 on November 17, 2022.
o All the reports were filed late.
• On October 29, 2024, the Local 48 Electricians PAC filed the following C-5 reports with the PDC:
o Eight C-5 reports were filed for 2021 and are late filed. The reports showed expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for: $22,425.09 on January 25, 2021; $11,998 on February 22, 2021; $9,936.36 on March 30, 2021; $21,058.22 on May 17, 2021; $23,419.74 on July 30, 2021; $10,610.03 on September 8, 2021; $11,609.93 on October 15, 2021; and $36,116.28 on December 8, 2021.
o Six C-5 reports were filed for 2020 and are late filed. The reports showed expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for: $32,008.32 on January 6, 2020; $20,678.12 on March 2, 2020; $10,308.66 on April 16, 2020; $21,475.84 on June 10, 2020; $20,466.20 on August 28, 2020; and $30,439.61 on November 10, 2020.
o Nine C-5 reports were filed for 2019 and are late filed. The reports identified expenditures to Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA for: $10,402.15 on January 22, 2019; $10,562.58 on February 21, 2019; $9,443.32 on March 14, 2019; $9,890.63 on April 11, 2019; $11,739.11 on May 7, 2019; $10,217.72 on June 26, 2019; $50,000 on July 3, 2019; $32,124.85 on September 6, 2019; and $11,828.06 on October 14, 2019.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
The Local 48 Electricians PAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $750 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.250 for failing to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee in years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. The $750 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Treasurer Conner Edwards on behalf of the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the 2024 Rader Campaign was not involved in the Watchdog of Cowlitz County’s message. Because the Watchdog obtained the photo and written messaging independently, this does not appear to be a contribution reportable by the Respondent.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Christopherson violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, of which the entire $150 is suspended on the condition that he commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for a period of four years from the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 16, 2024. The complaint(s) alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to timely file C-4 (expenditure) Reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
You completed a no penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file C-4 (expenditure) reports during 2024 calendar year. The signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 calendar year that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. On January 16, 2020, Lance Gurel filed the Candidate Registration (C-1 report), selecting the “Full Reporting” option and listing Regan Glover as Treasurer.
2. On August 10, 2023, PDC staff received a complaint filed by Glen Morgan alleging that Lance Gurel had violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, by failing to: (1) accurately identify monetary contributors; (2) disclose the candidate filing fee; and (3) include required descriptions for campaign expenditures on Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
3. During the 2020 campaign, the Respondent submitted C-3 reports mis-identifying their online payment vendor ActBlue as the source of several monetary contributions. The Respondent also failed to disclose the candidate filing fee and failed to include the required detail for political advertising expenditures made by the campaign.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. Lance Gurel violated RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to: (1) accurately identify monetary contributors; (2) disclose the candidate filing fee; and (3) include required descriptions for campaign expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
1. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent shall make corrections and file amendments to C-3 and C-4 reports previously filed for the 2020 election, within 30 days of this Order and is assessed a total civil penalty of $300 in accordance with the Brief Enforcement penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
2. It is further ordered that $150 of the $300 penalty is suspended on the following conditions:
a. The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($150) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Order.
b. The Respondent files all amended C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2020 election, within 30 days of this Order.
3. It is further ordered that, if the Respondent fails to comply with any of the above conditions:
a. The full $300 penalty shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission and PDC Staff is directed to refer the matter to collections and/or commence other legal proceedings as authorized by RCW 42.17A and 390 WAC.
b. Any missing campaign reports shall be due immediately.
On March 28, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated, RCW 42.17A.555 by using/authorizing the use of the facilities of Lewis County to promote a ballot measure/proposition.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that the Respondent in this matter did not use the facilities of Lewis County to promote a ballot measure/proposition.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• Thomas Beben (The Respondent) was a candidate for Mason County Commissioner in election year 2024 under the full reportion option.
• The Respondent failed to timely file two C-3 report and failed to report complete expenditure details on the C-4 covering May 1, 2024 through May 31, 2024.
• Additionally The Respondent used campaign funds to purchase tickets to the Kennedy Dinner, which is an impermissible use of campaign funds.
• On October 3, 2024, the Respondent amended their May C-4 to report the missing expenditure details.
• On January 10, 2024, The Respondent submitted a Miscellaneous Receipt C-3 reporting the deposit of $250 from the candidate’s personal funds to reimburse the campaign for the Kennedy Dinner tickets.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the election year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Conner-Bennett Sharpe completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on November 20, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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FINDINGS OF FACT
This matter involves Respondent William Campbell, acting Chairman of a group of six registered voters who sponsored a recount of the November 8, 2022, Regular Election for Kitsap County Sheriff.
The PDC alleges the group chaired by Mr. Campbell acted as a political committee and violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to file the Committee Registration Statement (C-1pc) due within two weeks of becoming a political committee; and violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely disclose monetary contributions received on Monetary Contributions Reports (C-3 reports) and by failing to timely disclose expenditures made on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports).
1. On or about December 1, 2022, a group of six registered voters, consisting of William Campbell, Marianne and Michael Gustavson, Martha Mioni, Gerald Chaney, and Ron Rice, submitted a written request for a recount of the November 8, 2022, election for Kitsap County Sheriff.
2. These voters were supporters of Rick Kuss and the Respondent had personally contributed $552 to the Kuss campaign. After the election, the Respondent spoke to Rick Kuss about the recount and understood he was supportive of the effort.
3. The Respondent submitted a $31,060.50 cash deposit to the Kitsap County Auditor on December 1, 2022, that included $31,010.50 of his own funds with Martha Mioni donating the remaining $50.00. The Respondent was later reimbursed $1,000 by Marianne and Michael Gustavson.
4. The results of the manual recount found five additional votes should be counted for Rick Kuss and one additional vote for his opponent, John Gese.
5. On December 5, 2022, Respondent contacted the PDC and stated “I am not part of a political party or campaign, however I am biased in favor of Mr. Kuss. The other five voters share my bias.” The Respondent further commented that he and the other members “pooled the money” for the recount effort. PDC Staff provided guidance that the group qualified as a political committee and needed to register and file the appropriate reports. Respondent disagreed with this assessment.
6. On December 26, 2022, PDC Staff received a complaint alleging that the group chaired by the Respondent had acted as a political committee and had failed to file the Committee Registration Statement (C-1pc), the Monetary Contributions Reports (C-3 reports), and the Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports). As of the date of the enforcement hearing those reports had not been filed.
7. In his January 20, 2023, response to further PDC Staff inquiries, the Respondent stated he was introduced to the recount effort via a social media post with a link to a GiveSendGo online fundraiser. That campaign was created by “Friends of Rick Kuss,” which is not a committee registered with the PDC.
8. On March 22, 2023, the PDC held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing), after opening a formal investigation for PDC Case 115649 concerning the Respondent.
9. The Respondent was interviewed on June 26, 2023, and in response to a subpoena, was interviewed under oath on February 24, 2024. At this interview he stated Sheriff’s candidate Rick Kuss had been supportive of his efforts.
10. During testimony at the hearing, the Respondent confirmed his earlier statements to PDC Staff that his purpose for the recount was only to check the accuracy of the County’s machine count of the votes and was not to support or oppose any candidate.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A. RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. RCW 42,17A.005(41) defines ""Political committee"" as any person (except a candidate or an individual dealing with the candidate's or individual's own funds or property) having the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition. Here, the group used its pooled funds to request a recount in support of a candidate. The group was exclusively comprised of supporters of the losing candidate for Sheriff, their effort began as a result of a fundraising effort supporting the candidate, and they had that candidate’s verbal support for the effort. Under these facts the group chaired by the Respondent was a political committee.
3. RCW 42.17A.005(20) defines the election cycle as extending to December 31st of the year of the general election. The funds to pay for the recount were deposited with the County Treasurer on December 1, 2022, within the election cycle.
4. As a political committee, the group was required by RCW 42.17A.205 to file a Committee Registration Statement (C-1pc) due within two weeks of becoming a political committee; and was required by RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 to timely disclose monetary contributions received on Monetary Contributions Reports (C-3 reports) and timely disclose expenditures made on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports). The group chaired by the Respondent failed to do so.
ORDER
This Order will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, arguments of counsel and the Respondent, the exhibits and witness testimony, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Commission finds the group chaired by the Respondent is a political committee as defined under RCW 42.17A.005(41) and failed to file a Committee Registration Statement (C-1pc) within two weeks of becoming a political committee. The group further violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely disclose monetary contributions received on Monetary Contributions Reports (C-3 reports) and timely disclose expenditures made on Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports).
The Respondent is ordered to:
1. a. File the missing Committee Registration Statement (C-1pc); disclose its monetary contributions received on Monetary Contribution Reports (C-3 reports), and disclose its expenditures on a Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) within 30 days of the date of this Final Order.
SO ORDERED this _____ day of November, 2024.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
In response to your complaint, the Respondent said:
“Pierce County Young Democrats (PCYD) was inactive between 2021 to 2024. To the best of our knowledge, the organization did not convene regularly or have elected officers during this time. While a former officer remained listed on PCYD’s bank account throughout this period, the account and all records pertaining to it were effectively inaccessible to any new individual who may have wanted to restart the organization. In January 2024, Joel Anderson (Chair) organized a small group of Pierce County residents to restart PCYD. Our goal in reactivating the organization is to ensure long-term stability and growth, which includes maintaining full PDC compliance as a political action committee. PCYD is committed to transparency – and since the beginning of 2024, our newly elected officers have intentionally tried to find and organize old records for the organization.”
The Respondent also said that the deposit of the $500 occurred before the current officers were elected. In their response to the complaint, the Respondent showed they acted on July 31, 2024, following the complaint, to identify the contributor(s) by asking that their bank send them a copy of the check(s) deposited on September 10, 2021. The bank provided a copy of a single check, for $500, from the Marilyn Strickland Surplus Fund account.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is necessary and hereby resolves these matters as a technical correction per RCW 42.17A.755(1) & (2) and WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Background & Findings
• Mike Massey filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for Public Utility Commissioner in Benton County PUD 1, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging the failure to provide required detail for a political advertising expenditure, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• On January 27, 2025 the respondent amended their report covering August 1, 2024 through August 31, 2024 to reflect the missing expenditure details.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of RCW 42.17A, the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to properly report expenditure details. Staff expect that you will accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Leon A. Lawson on September 20, 2024, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held remotely on October 3, 2024, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports as a candidate for the 2024 election. The specific missing reports include the May 2024 C-4 due June 10, 2024, the 21-day C-4 due July 16, 2024, the 7-day pre-primary C-4 due July 30, 2024, and the post-primary C-4 due September 10, 2024.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW, 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Allen Hayward was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Jordan Campbell, Compliance Coordinator, and Tanya Mercier, Compliance Officer. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent is a candidate for office of Governor for Washington State.
2. As a candidate for election, the Respondent was required to file Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures for May 2024, the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary period, and the post-primary period. The May 2024 C-4 was due June 10, 2024, the 21-day C-4 was due July 16, 2024, the 7-day pre-primary C-4 was due July 30, 2024, and the post-primary C-4 was due September 10, 2024.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures for May 2024, the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary period, and the post-primary period by the date of the brief adjudicative proceeding.
4. The Respondent has no prior similar violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to file timely Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports.
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent shall file the missing C-4 reports within 30 days of the date of this Order and is assessed a civil penalty of $600, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that $300 of the $600 penalty is suspended on the following conditions:
1. The Respondent pays the $300 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. The Respondent files the missing C-4 reports within 30 days of the date of this Order.
3. The Respondent does not commit any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC for a period of 4 years from the date of this Order.
It is further ordered that, if the Respondent fails to comply with any of the above conditions:
1. The full $600 penalty shall become due immediately without further action by the Commission and PDC Staff is directed to refer the matter to collections and/or commence other legal proceedings as authorized by RCW 42.17A and 390 WAC.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 7th day of October 2024.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 18, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent was a committee under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election
• The Respondent failed to timely file their 21-day and 7-day pre-primary reports, as well as the post-primary C-4 report.
• On January 30, 2025, the Respondent filed a C-4 report covering the time period between July 1, 2024, through January 31, 2025, disclosing $15,050 in expenditures
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: failing to timely file C-4 reports during the 2024 election.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Stephanie LLoyd-Agnew filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Representative in Legislative District 43, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a total of two late filed C-4 (expenditure) reports covering the 21 day and 7 day periods prior to the election.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The campaign filed a C-4 report covering May 10, 2024 through July 29, 2024 which included only a single expenditure for the candidate’s filing fee.
• The campaign amended their C-1 to mini filing on August 5, 2024.
• The campaign failed to proceed past the primary.
• According to the Respondent, she had to move out of the 43rd Legislative District prior to the primary. Because she no longer lived in the 43rd Legislative District the Respondent was no longer eligible to hold the office she was running for and ceased any campaign activities.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Stephanie LLoyd-Agnew will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Stephanie LLoyd-Agnew timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Due to his residence in a rural area and lack of Internet access to establish a Secure Access Washington (SAW) account to file PDC reports, Melvin Kaleolani Apana was granted a hardship exemption to file paper PDC reports. On Nov. 2, 2024, Melvin Kaleolani Apana filed one C-4 report with the PDC. The report disclosed the only contribution and expenditure activity was the filing fee, which was paid by the candidate. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing C-3 or C-4 reports.
Melvin Kaleolani Apana received 10.3 percent of the vote in the 2024 General Election. In response to the complaint, Apana noted he was new to Washington state and when filing with the Lewis County Auditor, he understood he would be able to withdraw and had not campaigned.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Melvin Kaleolani Apana concerning the requirements to timely respond to requests to inspect campaign books of account and timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports.
In the future, should they declare candidacy again, staff expects Melvin Kaleolani Apana to file as required and if requested, provide a campaign book of accounts for inspection. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Island County Democratic Political Action Committee (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Both mitigating and aggravating factors apply in this case. Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
Island County Democratic Political Action Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule) on December 23, 2024. The SOU acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235(8) for failing to preserve books-of-account financial records, specifically ORCA (Online Reporting of Campaign Activity) data files, for five calendar years following the year in which the transaction occurred. The signed SOU and $150 penalty assessed resolve the committee’s failure to preserve records, which prevented them from amending reports for election year 2021 and earlier.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Island County Democratic Political Action Committee also received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures in years 2020-2024. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that, in the future, Island County Democratic Political Action Committee will timely and accurately file all required C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning letter in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
In addition, PDC staff also reminded Island County Democratic Political Action Committee about the importance of providing sufficient details on C-4 reports regarding in-kind contributions, including, but not limited to, the number of items and the candidates or committees supported or opposed (if applicable) in accordance with statutes, rules, and PDC guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations contained in the complaints and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditures reports as alleged and issued issued a warning letter.
Based on the above determination, the case was then dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At a September 12, 2024 Brief Enforcement Hearing (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding), the Commission's Presiding Officer found a violation of .235 & .240 and assessed a $250 civil penalty, of which $100 is suspended if the conditions of the Order, including filing reports, are met (see attached).
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• The Libertarian Party of Washington is a bona fide Minor Party Committee who most recently filed a Political Committee Registration on April 24, 2024, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• Based on the Committee’s reporting, they are considered to be participating in the 2024 election and as such were subject to the additional requirements for committees participating in the election as outlined in RCW 42.17A.005(38).
• Two complaints were filed alleging a total of two late filed C-4 (expenditure) reports that were not filed in keeping with the filing deadlines for entities participating in an election, and two C-4 (expenditure) reports with a lack of required detail for campaign expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The Respondent failed to file the 21-day and 7-day reports due to the campaign having improperly set up their filing dates. This has been corrected and the Respondent has subsequently filed the mandatory reports for the general election per the requirements for a committee participating in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent additionally amended their prior reports to reflect proper details on campaign expenditures.
• The Respondent has no prior violations with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Libertarian Party of WA will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Libertarian Party of WA timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On September 10, 14 and December 11, 2023, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received complaints from three separate complainants alleging that Kent School District officials, may have violated, RCW 42.17A.555 by using/authorizing the use of Kent School District resources/facilities to promote a ballot proposition.
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s) contained in the complaints, including the evidence submitted with the complaints and determined that Kent School District officials violated RCW 42.17A.555 by indirectly promoting a ballot proposition in the 2023 election year and resolved the case through a statement of understanding (SOU).
Based on the above determination and the fact that the school district officials signed a SOU and paid a $300 civil penalty, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.555 does not prevent an agency from supporting or opposing a ballot measure as long as (a) any required notice of the meeting includes the title and number of the ballot proposition, and (b) members of the public are afforded an approximately equal opportunity for the expression of an opposing view.
This exception to RCW 42.17A.555 is only applicable to members of an elected board, as specified in RCW 42.17A.555(1).
PDC staff reminded the King County Advisory Council for Aging and Disability Services about the importance of the RCW 42.17A.555 prohibition of the use of public agency facilities to promote or oppose ballot proposition and advised the Council to incorporate training on RCW 42.17A.555. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.320(1)
RCW 42.17A.320(6)
RCW 42.17A.350
WAC 390-18-030(3)
RCW 42.17A.005(15)(a)(i)
Background & Findings (For full background and findings, see case closure letter)
Sponsor Identification for Ads Sponsored by Let’s Go Washington
Top 5 Contributors and Top 3 Non-Political Committee Contributors to a Top 5 Contributor
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal warning concerning the Respondent’s failure to include proper sponsor identification for online advertising posted on the platform X in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320(1) and WAC 390-18-030(3), because the sponsor identification was not viewable with one click. For future online political advertising, staff expects the Respondent to make sponsor identification viewable with one click, for example, by including the sponsor identification on the bio page of X when posting future political advertising on that platform. The Commission will consider its formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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• Everett Deserves a Raise is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• Two complaints were filed alleging late reporting.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The Respondent acknowledges that they filed the reports in question late. According the response provided by the Respondent, this was due to a misunderstanding of the requirements of a political committee pursuing a ballot measure prior to the ballot measure being placed on the ballot.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Everett Deserves a Raise will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Everett Deserves a Raise timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The complaints alleged John Gentle may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports and RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures and contributions and the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Gentle will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to accurately and timely disclose contributions and include complete sponsor identification on political advertising.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on October 30, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), RPEC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
PDC staff expects that, in the future, RPEC follows all applicable PDC laws, rules and guidance. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider the SOU and acknowledged violations in deciding on further Commission action.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A complaint was filed by Marina Multhaup and Dmitri Iglitzin, on behalf of Washingtonians for Ethical Government alleging, in part, that Lawrence Patrick Hughes may have violated RCW 42.17A.435 by unlawfully contributing money under the name of a deceased person and RCW 42.17A.405(2) by, through that means, making contributions in excess of the contribution limits.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 require candidates and political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures including the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions during the period.
RCW 42.17A.435 states, “No contribution shall be made and no expenditure shall be incurred, directly or indirectly, in a fictitious name, anonymously, or by one person through an agent, relative, or other person in such a manner as to conceal the identity of the source of the contribution or in any other manner so as to effect concealment.”
Relevant facts are as follows:
Lawrence Patrick Hughes, Case 161712
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to file an accurate 21-day pre-general (C-4) report, as required by the statutory scheme. The staff noted that on October 10, 2024, the Campaign paid for an ad to be placed in The Wenatchee World, a local newspaper in Chelan County, and failed to timely report the expenditure. The expenditure should have been reported on the 21-day pre-general C-4 no later than October 15, 2024.
On November 21, 2024, the Campaign amended its 21-day pre-general C-4 report and disclosed the October 10, 2024, expenditure for the ads placed in The Wenatchee World. The expenditure should have been disclosed no later than October 15, 2024, and was reported 37 days late on November 21, 2024.
Based on the above findings, the staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Lisa R. Blakeney (the Respondent) filed the 21-day pre-primary expenditure (C-4) report 3 days late and post-primary expenditure (C-4) report 2 days late but was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Joshua Good (the Respondent) filed the 21-day pre-primary expenditure (C-4) report 3 days late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Jeffrey J Smart (the Respondent) filed the post-primary expenditure (C-4) report 1 day late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff determined Holly Cousens made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed July 21, 2024. The complaint alleged Jackie Huey may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to accurately file C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevantinformation to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review,we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff determined Jackie Huey made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include a complete sponsor identification on written political advertisement does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, No on 2117 will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to include a complete sponsor identification on political advertisements. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the committee and its members will review all future political advertisements to ensure that it includes the required sponsor identification prior to being made available to the general public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent is a candidate for Superior Court Judge in Ferry, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties Superior Court for the State of Washington.
2. The Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) for the Mini Reporting option on March 8, 2024.
3. On July 5, 2024, the Respondent requested to change from the Mini Reporting option to the Full Reporting option. On July 23, 2024, the PDC granted the request and on this date the Respondent amended their C-1 to the Full Reporting option.
4. Under the Mini Reporting option, a committee must agree to not raise or spend more than $7,000 (in addition to filing fees). The committee must also commit to receiving no more than $500 from any one contributor (other than the candidate themselves). Changing from the Mini Reporting option to the Full Reporting option requires PDC staff’s approval, and the request must be made and approved before the committee exceeds the Mini Reporting limits.
5. Prior to making the request for conversion from Mini to Full Reporting, the Respondent exceeded the mini reporting threshold on July 1, 2024, when campaign financial activity reached $7,036.56 (not including filing fees).
6. On July 10, 2024, the Respondent submitted one C-4, and four C-3 reports for March, one C4 and one C-3 report for April, one C-4 and six C-3 reports for May, and one C-4 and four C4 reports for June. The reports were amended on July 16, 2024. These reports became due on July 1, 2024, when the Mini Reporting threshold was exceeded and are considered nine days late. For July, the Respondent submitted six timely C-3 reports and the C-4 report was submitted on July 16, 2024, but amended on August 12, 2024, reflecting substantial changes to receipts received and in-kind contributions received, and expenditures made. The August C-3 and C-4 reports were timely.
7. As of October 8, 2024, the Respondent has fulfilled the requirements to convert from Mini to Full Reporting and there do not appear to be missing C-3 and C-4 reports for the period of March through August 2024.
8. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows: 1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied. 2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.205 and WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the Mini Reporting limitation before obtaining approval to change from the Mini Reporting option to the Full Reporting option. 3. RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures.
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CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Volunteers for Issaquah Schools are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclosure contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation Volunteers for Issaquah Schools timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on guidance regarding current caseload levels the Commission issued at its January 23, 2025 meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting for calendar year 2024 and the February 2025 special election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. However, failure to comply with PDC requirements in the future may lead to enhanced enforcement action.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred does not constitute a material violation because it was inadvertent and minor, or has been cured, and, after consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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Based on the attached findings, the Seattle Democratic Socialists of America signed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) on November 9, 2025 and paid a $450 civil penalty on November 10, 2025 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for failing to timely register and report as a political committee in years 2023-2025. The $450 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC has
dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1).
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The 7-day pre-general C-4 (expenditure) Report was filed late 14 days late.
The Respondent had minimal activity during the period in question.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The Respondent was previously issued a warning for late reporting earlier in the cycle. That warning remains in force and will be considered in any enforcement matters that arise in future campaigns.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Mr. Burkett, an incumbent Buckley City Councilmember, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Burkett violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include full sponsor
identification on advertisements does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Yakima County Republican Central Committee will
receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to include full sponsor identification on
advertisements. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Yakima County
Republican Central Committee to include full sponsor identification on advertisements in the future. The
Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there
are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this
matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Jefferson County Democrats PAC during the 2024 election year.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jefferson County Democrats PAC are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclose expenditures and report contributions from the sale of campaign items. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation Jefferson County Democrats PAC timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting for calendar year 2024 for Jefferson County Democrats that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Washington Self-Insurers Association Legislative Fund is a continuing committee registered under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file a 21-day and 7-day C-4 as required of a full reporting committee that was participating in the 2024 election
• On November 11, 2024, the Respondent filed a report covering the time period that would have been covered by the 21-day and 7-day reports.
• On March 3, 2025, the Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging their violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
The committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report and not properly itemizing expenditures during the 2024 election campaign; and (2) failing to timely file the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report during the 2024 election. This resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 17, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• IBEW 112 Political Action Committee was a continuing committee registered under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file a 21-day and 7-day C-4 as required of a full reporting committee that was participating in the 2024 election
• On November 8, 2024, The Respondent filed a report covering the time period that would have been covered by the 21-day and 7-day reports.
• On February 28, 2025, The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging their violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report and not properly itemizing expenditures during the 2024 election campaign; and (2) failing to timely file the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report during the 2024 election. This resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2024 political committee under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions (C-3 reports) and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Cowlitz County Democratic Women is a political committee that participated in the 2024 election and selected the Full Reporting Option.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• Between December 8, 2024, and December 10, 2024, the Respondent filed nine C-4 reports covering periods between February 1, 2024, through October 28, 2024, disclosing approximately $7,100 in expenditures. The reports were submitted late.
• The committee had not received 80 percent of its contributions in the prior 12 months from Deb Coss-Ficke as of 60 days prior to the primary or general elections, so no amendment of the committee’s registration was required by WAC 390-16-011A.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Cowlitz County Democratic Women will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Cowlitz County Democratic Women timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are also hereby dismissed.
Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file required expenditure
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
We found the following:
Bruce Wilkinson Jr filed a single C-4 (expenditure) Report two days late, but otherwise was substantially compliant.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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• Citizens for Lewis Co. 911 filed a Committee Registration supporting Proposition #1 in Lewis County, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a total of two late filed C-4 (expenditure) report with a lack of required detail for purchases, as required by WAC 390-16-037.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The C-4 covering June 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024 that was due on July 10, 2024 was filed on August 30th, 2024, 51 days late.
• The C-4 covering July 1, 2024 to July 31, 2024 that was due on August 12, 2024 was filed on August 30th, 2024, 18 days late.
• The reporting details that were called out in the complaint have been provided.
• In their response, the Respondent explained that the lateness of the reporting, as well as the deficiency of the reporting details, were due to the treasurer having taken over the duties and initially being unaware of PDC deadlines and requirements. They have since taken PDC training and have been consistent in their reporting.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Citizens for Lewis Co. 911 will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Citizens for Lewis Co. 911 timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Sejal Dogiparthi on October 16, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a 2024 candidate for State Senate in Legislative District 14 registered under full reporting.
• On October 16, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging failure to provide complete expenditure details.
• After being notified of the complaint, the respondent amended the expenditures in question to reflect the details of the political advertising purchased.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You also are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The violations were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
In addition, Ryan Bowman took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff. The campaign reported receiving no contributions and making no expenditures.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Law Enforcement Administration of Washington PAC (the Respondent) is a continuing political action committee.
• The complaint alleges that on March 18, 2024, the Respondent contributed $450 to Christine Rolfes, a candidate for County Commissioner for Kitsap County, that it did not report. The complaint further alleged that the committee was late in submitting its post-primary report.
• Respondent stated that while the Candidate’s C-3 reports did indeed reflect a contribution from their PAC to Christine Rolfes, this was due to the Christine Rolfes campaign having transferred contributions from a previous campaign.
• The Respondent provided email evidence of their exchange between themselves and Christine Rolfes showing that the money was transferred, with permission, from Christine Rolfes’ prior campaign for a different office.
• These contributions were disclosed on C4 #110114169 and C-4 #110073303. As such, there is no obligation for the respondent to file additional reports.
• The post-primary report was filed 20 days late. It disclosed a single transaction, a $5,000 contribution that was timely reported on a C-3.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on July 9 & 29, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Based on our findings, staff determined the Respondent made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Staff also determined that any violation regarding the timeliness of reporting was minor and has been cured.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/157543 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""157543 Lift Up Everett Resolution Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7223/157543%20Lift%20Up%20Everett%20Resolution%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Technical correction""}, {""file_name"" : ""157543 Lift Up Everett Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7223/157543%20Lift%20Up%20Everett%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 11:27:18 AM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 5203 7481 162095 11/12/2024 12/11/2024 PDC Staff Miles Nowlin Miles Nowlin: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyMiles Nowlin completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 6, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising. The font size must be in at least ten-point type, or in type at least ten percent of the largest size type used in a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter, such as a billboard or poster, whichever is larger.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to provide complete sponsor identification, to include party affiliation when a partisan office, on campaign advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mark Mullet will receive a formal written warning concerning failing to provide complete sponsor identification, to include party affiliation when a partisan office, on campaign advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mark Mullet, in the future, comply with RCW 42.17A.320 about what to provide and how to provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, John Cummings will receive a formal written warning concerning RCW 42.17A.710 and his failure to accurately report on the Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) report in election year 2024. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation, moving forward, that Mr. Cummings ensures his Personal Financial Affairs reporting is accurate and timely. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/157287 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""157287 Cummings_John Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7211/157287%20Cummings_John%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""157287 Cummings_John Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7211/157287%20Cummings_John%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""157287 John Cummings Complaint (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7211/157287%20John%20Cummings%20Complaint%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""155941 John Cummings Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7211/155941%20John%20Cummings%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""157287 John Cummings Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/18/2025 01:00:31 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5206 7086 156129 06/11/2024 06/11/2024 05/04/2026 Conner Edwards Peter Browning Peter Browning: Alleged violations RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose expenditures and contributions on reports. (EY24, JUN24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint. The complaint alleged:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/163158 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""163158 Paula Lamanna Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7525/163158%20Paula%20Lamanna%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163158 Paula Lamanna Dismissal Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7525/163158%20Paula%20Lamanna%20Dismissal%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 03:04:24 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5209 7472 162086 11/12/2024 12/11/2024 PDC Staff CORY ELLIOTT CORY ELLIOTT: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 Monthly
CORY ELLIOTT completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 9, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/162086 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""162086 Cory Elliott L-2 Lobbyist BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7472/162086%20Cory%20Elliott%20L-2%20Lobbyist%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""SOU - 162086 - Cory Elliott.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7472/SOU%20-%20162086%20-%20Cory%20Elliott.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 162086 - Cory Elliott"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""CORY ELLIOTT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2024-12-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-12-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/11/2024 09:56:06 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5210 7494 162106 11/12/2024 12/11/2024 PDC Staff Jessica Gomez Jessica Gomez: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyJessica Gomez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 10, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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• The Respondent is a registered Democratic bona fide county committee that was participating in the 2024 election.
• Additionally, the Respondent participated in election year 2023.
• The complaint alleges the Respondent failed to timely file two C-3 reports 5 and 19 days late totaling $3,928.75 and the 21-day pre-primary and post-primary C-4 reports for election year 2024 were filed late. Additionally, the 7 day pre-general and post-general C-4 reports for election year 2023 were filed late.
• The Respondent was issued a warning for violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 in PDC case 141707 regarding their failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports in election years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
• On November 19, 2024, the Committee Treasurer Eric Valpey, on behalf of the Respondent, signed a statement of understanding acknowledging that the reports in questions were filed late to resolve this case.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Snohomish County Democratic Party completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. This signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
JIM KAINBER completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 10, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/162087 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""162087 Jim Kainber L-2 Lobbyist BAP Hearing Notice (GE24).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7473/162087%20Jim%20Kainber%20L-2%20Lobbyist%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice%20%28GE24%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""SOU - 162087 - Jim Kainber.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7473/SOU%20-%20162087%20-%20Jim%20Kainber.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU - 162087 - Jim Kainber"", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" "[{""who"" : ""JIM KAINBER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2024-12-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2024-12-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/05/2026 11:14:03 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5213 7224 157545 07/10/2024 07/10/2024 09/18/2024 Conner Edwards Syd Locke Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & .320 for failure to provide sponsor id on political advertising & for failure to timely & accurately report contributions and expenditures (EY24 JUL24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved with Technical Correction Candidate - LegislativeThe complaint alleged that Spotify, a commercial advertiser, may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 for not responding to a request to inspect its books of account.
In response, the company found a record of the advertising sold in 2019 and provided the information on September 27, 2024.
For future inquires of Spotify political advertising, the correct email contact is adscomplaints@spotify.com.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.345 & WAC 390-18-050 require commercial advertisers, who have accepted or provided political advertising, or electioneering communications, to maintain current books of account and related materials, and to make the information available for public inspection. The records must be maintained for five years following the election to which the records pertain. Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.345, the documents and books of account shall specify: 1) the names and addresses of persons who placed political advertising or electioneering communications; 2) the exact nature and extent of the services rendered; and 3) the total cost and the manner of payment for the services. WAC 390-18-050(6) and (7) further clarify what information the commercial advertiser must maintain and WAC 390-18-050(4) outlines how the information may be made available by the commercial advertiser.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
7/30 – The complaint was reviewed by PDC staff, and based on what you told us in the complaint about how you attempted to request an inspection, it was suspected that you had not followed the in-person request process that was outlined as part of the resolution for case 149327. You were a party to case 149327 and were aware of the in-person process outlined in the case resolution letter dated May 16, 2024.
7/31 – Upon outreach by PDC staff, you confirmed that you had only done outreach via email using unconfirmed email addresses for the Respondent.
8/15 – PDC staff asked that you make an in-person request for the records, per the Respondent’s preferred process.
8/19 – You emailed Chad Taylor (the Respondent’s representative) requesting an in-person records review.
8/21 – Mr. Taylor responded back to you that an in-person visit was preferable, and they would appreciate advance notice.
8/21 - You let Mr. Taylor know that you would make an in-person visit on August 22, 2024.
8/29 – You informed PDC staff the records for The Silver Agency were not made available to you at the in-person visit conducted on August 22, 2024.
8/30 – You informed us that you received records via email late on August 29, 2024, and provided those records to the PDC.
9/3 – PDC staff reviewed the records and determined there were missing elements of required information.
9/10 – PDC staff let you know that we were opening a case and confirmed with you that the missing data had not previously been provided to you.
9/10 – The Respondent was notified of the case opening.
9/11 – PDC staff spoke with a representative of the Respondent and confirmed that they were in communication with you about the requested information.
9/12 – The Respondent provided the additional records and fulfilled the commercial advertiser books of account inspection request.
When Kyle came in for his scheduled visit to review the records on August 22, 2024, both Coralee and I were unfortunately unavailable. Coralee had an unplanned meeting, and I was out sick that day. The employee who was present in the office at the time of Kyle’s visit was unfamiliar with where the binder containing the political ad sales records was kept.
I reached out to Kyle afterward to apologize for the inconvenience and offered to send the necessary records via email to avoid requiring another trip. Kyle confirmed that receiving the records by email would be sufficient. I provided him with the requested documents and followed up twice to ensure that he had everything he needed. He responded that everything appeared in order and that he would reach out if any additional information was required.
Regarding the fulfillment process, the process has not changed.
Summary and Resolution
In this instance, it is a mitigating factor that the Respondent’s in-person process to inspect the books of account was not followed and that you did not communicate promptly with PDC staff when the requested materials were not provided to you at the in-person visit.
PDC staff is reminding The Silver Agency about the importance to promptly respond to requests to inspect their commercial advertiser books of account and provide all required elements of information. The Silver Agency’s attorney has outlined a process for the commercial advertiser to follow that will help them to comply with RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050. PDC staff expects that, in the future, The Silver Agency will follow their attorney’s guidance as it applies to the PDC’s statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/158990 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""158990 CT Publishing Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7282/158990%20CT%20Publishing%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""158990 The Silver Agency Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""158990 The Silver Agency Complaint Return Letter (combined).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7282/158990%20The%20Silver%20Agency%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter%20%28combined%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 10/25/2024 08:50:40 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5218 7482 162096 11/12/2024 12/11/2024 PDC Staff Giovanni Severino Giovanni Severino: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.615 for failure to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L2 reports for calendar year 2023 (GE24) RCW 29B.50.050/42.17A.615 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Lobbying - Lobbyist L2 MonthlyGiovanni Severino completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on December 10, 2024 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file a Lobbyist Monthly Expenditure Report (L-2 report), which was due at the end of the month, no later than the 15th of the following month. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Rosetta Marshall-Williams (the Respondent) filed the 21-day expenditure (C-4) report 15 days late, but submitted it prior to the election and was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The report in question disclosed $0 in expenditures.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Gen Morgan and Conner Edwards on October 15, 2024, and January 15, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• On October 15, 2024, Glen Morgan filed a complaint against the respondent alleging failure to disclose complete vendor details on in-kind contributions.
• After having been informed of the complaint, the Respondent amended their reporting to include complete information. These amendments did not alter the amount spent by the committee during the 2024 election.
• On January 15, 2024, Conner Edwards filed an additional complaint regarding the Respondent reporting late on the committee’s exempt account and failing to provide complete expenditure details on the committee’s non-exempt account.
• The exempt account did file several late C-4 reports on January 5, 2025, 10 days prior to the complaint being filed. These C-4 reports covered January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.
• The total amount disclosed on these late filed C-4s for the exempt account amounted to $2,017.
• The committee amended reports on the non-exempt account to include required expenditure detail.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by this committee for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
The complaint alleged UNITE HERE Local 8 PAC (UNITE HERE) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by UNITE HERE during 2023 and 2024.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), UNITE HERE will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure contribution and expenditures during 2023 and 2024. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation UNITE HERE timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.345 requires each commercial advertiser who has accepted or provided political advertising or electioneering communications during an election to maintain current books of account and related materials, as provided by rule, and make them available and open for inspection during normal business hours during the election and for a period of no less than five years after the date of the applicable election. These documents and books-of-account shall include the following:
1. the names and addresses from people or campaigns the commercial advertiser accepted political advertising or electioneering communications.
2. the exact nature and extent of the services rendered; and
3. the total cost and the manner of payment for the services.
WAC 390-18-050 states that commercial advertiser books of account information must be made available for public inspection by any person in one of the following manners:
1. in person during normal business hours;
2. electronically, in machine readable format and structured in a way that enables the data to be fully discoverable and usable by an end user;
3. by digital transmission, such as email, promptly upon request, but no later than two business days; or
4. by online publication on the advertiser’s primary website or on a website created for this purpose that is controlled by the advertiser, if a link is prominently displayed on the advertiser’s primary website directing users to the latter.
Commercial advertising books of account must be updated within 24 hours of the distribution or broadcast of an advertisement or communication and any updates or changes to this information.
Background and Findings
• Vibe is a streaming television advertising platform with features that include digital tools for audience targeting, retargeting, real-time optimization, pixel tracking, and frequency capping, and premium inventory featuring over five hundred channels and dozens of live sports leagues.
• PDC staff reviewed the information provided on the Vibe website and requested further follow-up from Vibe staff to understand the available offerings to political campaigns using Vibe services.
• PDC staff reviewed political disclosure data reported by campaigns and found that the campaigns for Kelly M Chambers and Lynn Trinh used the services of Vibe for commercial advertising in 2024.
• On November 5, 2024, Conner Edwards sent an email to support@vibe.co requesting to view the commercial advertising books of account. In his subsequent complaint to the PDC on November 9, 2024, Mr. Edwards identified multiple companies with the word Vibe in their name which he found in the PDC’s public disclosure data. Multiple Washington state political campaigns had reported expenditures to these various companies. PDC staff followed up with Vibe to determine their commercial advertising status and the campaigns for which they should provide the requested materials. On March 31, 2025, the commercial advertising books of account for the Chambers and Trinh campaigns were provided to Mr. Edwards.
• Vibe does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff is reminding Vibe about the importance of responding to requests for commercial advertising books of account timely.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On October 3, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Edward Cale IV (Respondent), a 2024 candidate for Governor in the State of Washington, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to disclose contributions and expenditures, and RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include full sponsor identification language on his political campaign website.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations in the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to include a complete sponsor identification language to include the sponsor's name and full mailing address on his campaign website. Regarding the allegation about the failure to disclose contributions and expenditures, the staff noted that the Respondent properly disclosed his campaign contributions and expenditures.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the respondent regarding the importance of including complete sponsor identification language on his campaign website in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears that IAFF Local 2024 Political Action made campaign contributions using general treasury funds and did not make special solicitations for the money used.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no violation occurred. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
• WAC 390-05-271(1) states that RCW 42.17A.555 does not restrict the right of any individual to express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate if such expression does not involve a use of public office or agency facilities.
• WAC 390-05-273 defines normal and regular conduct to mean conduct, which is lawful, and usual. No one may authorize a use of public facilities for the purpose of helping a candidate’s campaign or promoting or opposing a ballot proposition, in the absence of a constitutional, charter, or statutory provision separately authorizing such use.
• PDC Interpretation No. 04-02 are guidelines set forth by the PDC to aid compliance with RCW 42.17A.555, and these guidelines state that 1) members of a commission may express a collective decision, or vote upon a motion in support or opposition to a ballot proposition, at an open public meeting, so long as the meeting notice included the title and number of the ballot proposition to be discussed, and members of the commission or members of the public are afforded approximately equal opportunity to express an opposing view.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Yakima County Fire District 12 Commission is a three-person commission to include Commissioners Kendall Eakin, Paul Barham, and James Borst. The Commission oversees the Yakima Fire Protection District 12, West Valley Fire-Rescue. Nathan Craig is the Chief of the District.
• The first instance of Commissioners discussing a ballot measure was at the October 10, 2023, commission meeting. The Commissioners discussed the ballot measure fifteen more times at meetings prior to the August 6, 2024, primary election where Proposition 1 was on the ballot. The ballot measure proposed to lift the cap to the existing property tax levy rate.
• Your complaint is specific to the June 11, 2024, commission meeting where the ballot measure is identified in the agenda under “Unfinished Business” as “lid lift.” The Commission Meeting Minutes confirm the Commission discussed the ballot measure at the June 11, 2024, meeting and a public comment period was on the agenda. PDC staff confirmed there were no public comments. The minutes include these notes:
Chief has tweaked the Levy Lid Lift video he showed last meeting. It will be posted on our webpage and on social media. Yakima Heald did an article on the lid lift. Ballots will be out on July 19th; all agree to put up our support signs about 2 weeks before then. It was suggested to post a picture of the ballot on social media for reference.
• The “support signs” identified in the meeting minutes were confirmed by PDC staff to be in reference to the sign that said “Support West Valley Fire.”
• The “support signs” were originally created for and donated to the Fire District, around 2004, by Dave Leitch. There are a total of five signs. The signs have been in storage for many years and there is no evidence to support the signs were used by the Fire District until recently. Chief Craig confirmed, for the 2024 election, the signs were placed on non-District property and that they were erected by him while on his own time and without the use of Fire District resources.
• The other sign, provided as evidence in your complaint, was determined to have been bought by Nathan Craig with personal funds and deployed on his own time and using his own resources. Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in the instance of the sign that reads “Support West Valley Fire Vote YES on Proposition 1,” there is no evidence that supports a finding of a violation.
• In response to your complaint, Chief Craig, speaking on behalf of the Commission, said, “Given the concerns raised in the Complaint, and to assure the public that the District and its employees and officials are committed to compliance with RCW 42.17A.555 and Public Disclosure Commission guidelines, I plan to include an agenda item for a training session at a District Commission public meeting to review the law and related guidelines.” PDC staff confirmed with the Chief that the training session occurred on September 24, 2024.
• The Commission members do not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
In the instance of the sign that reads “Support West Valley Fire,” although the sign does not identify any specific ballot measure or direct a vote for or against a specific ballot measure, the sign was the property of the Fire District and based on the June 11, 2024, commission meeting minutes we do conclude the Commission directed staff to deploy the signs in support of the ballot measure. Further, we determine the Commission did not adequately provide public notice that the topic of the sign usage would be on the Commission Meeting Agenda for discussion at the June 11, 2024, commission meeting. Because the signs did not explicitly advocate for or against a ballot proposition and because the Fire District has taken proactive steps to obtain training on compliance with RCW 42.17A.555, in this instance, staff has determined that these findings do not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, members of the Yakima Fire Protection District #12 Commission will receive a formal written warning concerning use of public facilities or resources to support a ballot measure. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Yakima Fire Protection District #12 Commission members comply with all laws and rules and to follow PDC guidance for how the statutory prohibition on the use of public facilities or resources impacts campaign activities that may be contemplated by government employees and other persons who may seek to utilize those public facilities. The Public Disclosure Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2024 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Justin Greywolf filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Representative in Legislative District 11, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a failure to timely file the 21-day preprimary C-4 (expenditure) report.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The 21-day preprimary C-4 report was filed 14 days late and did not disclose any contributions or expenditures.
• The post-general C-4 was filed 16 days late did not disclose any contributions or expenditures.
• Additionally, the Respondent amended their C-4 report covering May 10, 2024 through May 30, 2024 to disclose a $600 in-kind contribution from the candidate to pay the filing fee.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for the 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Justin Greywolf will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Justin Greywolf timely files all future required reports of expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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The complaints alleged Iron Workers District Council PNW may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely register with the PDC and accurately file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Iron Workers District Council PNW completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), and paid a $300 civil penalty, acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
PDC staff expects that, in the future, Iron Workers District Council PNW follows all applicable PDC laws, rules and guidance. If violations of PDC laws or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider the SOU and acknowledged violations in deciding on further Commission action.
Accordingly, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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• WA Assoc Of Naturopathic Physicians PAC is a political committee participating in the 2024 election that selected the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging late reporting.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The allegation that the campaign failed to report a contribution made to Jessica Bateman in March of '24 is unfounded, as the $250 contribution was a transfer from a previous campaign of the candidate, and therefore had already been reported when the contribution was initially made.
• However, the Committee did give contributions to candidates who were participating in the primary and as such were required to file the mandatory 21-day, 7-day, and post primary C-4 reports, which were filed 75 days, 59 days, and 18 days respectively.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, WA Assoc Of Naturopathic Physicians PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that WA Assoc Of Naturopathic Physicians PAC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On August 5 and October 29, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a an initial complaint and a supplemental complaint, respectively, alleging that the Respondent, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertisement; RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for accepting an overlimit contribution while registered as a “Mini Reporting” committee and untimely disclosures on C-3/C-4 reports; and RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely and accurately file a committee registration (C-1pc).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to adhere to the provisions of RCW 42.17A RCW. While staff found that there were some shortcomings on the part of the Respondent, the Respondent acknowledged the shortcomings/deficiencies and took responsibility by curing the issues raised in the complaint.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal warning to the Respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Rob Laymon filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for County Commissioner in Thurston County, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• A complaint was filed alleging a late filing of the 21-day and post primary C-4 (expenditure) reports.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The 21-day C-4 report was due to be filed on July 16, 2024, but was not filed until July 31, 2024.
• The post primary C-4 report was due to be filed September 10, 2024, but was not filed until September 11, 2024
• The post general C-4 report was due to be filed on December 10, 2024, but was not filed until January 8, 2025.
• The Respondent amended their C-4 report covering September 1, 2024, through October 14, 2024 to reflect that they purchased 100 signs and 100 metal stakes.
• The Respondent stated in their response that they “have done nothing in malice and are trying to learn the ropes of the PDC and reporting.”
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Rob Laymon will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Rob Laymon timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Kenneth Simpson (the Respondent) filed a Candidate Registration declaring their 2024, candidacy for Public Utilities Commissioner in Clallam County PUD #1 selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• Multiple complaints were filed alleging late filed C-4 (expenditure) Reports in the 2024 election cycle.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• Kenneth Simpson filed multiple C-4 (expenditure) Reports late during the primary election but filed timely during the general election deadlines.
• The total campaign activity was under $7,000 and the candidate lost the general election.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kenneth Simpson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Kenneth Simpson timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The complaint alleged a lack of required detail on C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
• The Committee updated their expenditure detail to include the vendor and quantities of political advertising within 2-14 days of being notified of the complaint.
Based on our findings, staff determined 7th Legislative District Democrats PAC made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Furthermore, any allegations regarding reporting by this respondent for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Southwest Washington Firefighters PAC reported activity exceeding $750 and did not file C-4 reports in accordance with the filing schedule as required by RCW 42.17A.235.
• The complaint alleged activity exceeding $750 in the aggregate, triggering required C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
• The Respondent indicated that they filed C-6 (Independent Expenditures) Reports in lieu of C-4 (expenditure) Reports, and believed they complied with their filing requirements. Once notified of the complaint, the Respondent amended reports.
• The Respondent has a previous warning for late reporting, but did not have the benefit of the warning when they made the late filings.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Southwest Washington Firefighters PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Southwest Washington Firefighters PAC timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 16, 2024. The complaint(s) alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to timely file C-4 (expenditure) Reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
You completed a no penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file C-4 (expenditure) reports during 2024 calendar year. The signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 calendar year that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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The PDC has dismissed Cases 157522 and 158255 in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports. In the future, staff expects WA State National Organization for Women PAC to file timely and accurately as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Relevant facts include:
Case 157522
Case 158255
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Sam Sim (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.700, a candidate is required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate that discloses personal financial information for themselves and their spouse or registered domestic partner, if any, for the twelve months preceding candidacy.
• Per RCW 42.17A.710, the content of the F-1 report includes, but is not limited to, the following information:
o income of $2,400 or more; and
o financial assets and interest income (bank and savings accounts and insurance policies greater than $24,000 and investments greater than $2,400
o Washington State real estate valued at more than $12,000; and
o debt of $2,400 or more, business and organizational interests.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Respondent is a 2024 candidate for State Representative in the 44th legislative district. He timely filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on May 22, 2024. The Respondent took part in the 2024 Primary election and qualified for the 2024 General election.
• The Respondent filed a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) covering the twelve-month period preceding his candidacy (May 10, 2023, to May 9, 2024) on May 23, 2024.
• You filed a complaint on September 5, 2024, and the PDC notified the Respondent on October 16, 2024, of the alleged violations associated with the Respondent’s F-1. The Respondent amended the F-1 on October 25, 2024, to reflect changes to the Income, Assets and Business Associations sections of the report.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Mitigating factors in this case are as follows:
1. The Respondent is a first-time candidate.
2. The Respondent quickly took corrective action to remedy his F-1, so the required information was disclosed and available to the voting public prior to the General Election.
3. There is no evidence that any person, including an entity or organization, benefited politically or economically from the noncompliance.
4. There appear to have been some technical issues experienced by the Respondent when trying to amend the original F-1 which resulted in the original F-1 not being available to be amended for a short-period of time after the complaint was filed.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report required information about a spouse’s income, assets, and business associations on the F-1 report covering May 10, 2023, to May 9, 2024, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Sam Sim will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to comply with the filing requirements of RCW 42.17A.710. Staff expects, in the future, Mr. Sim will file all required information for the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) as outlined in RCW 42.17A.710. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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• Montgomery Stobart (the Respondent) filed the 21-day expenditure (C-4) report 4 days late, the 21-day expenditure (C-4) report 2 days late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of all of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(f), Cinthia Illan Vazquez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in her capacity as Executive Director of Washington Bus PAC acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 and RCW 42.17A.305. This signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent is issued a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all business customers on F-1 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that they timely and accurately file F-1 reports. The Commission will consider a formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
WAC 390-05-271 states that .555 does not restrict the right of individuals to express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, provided that such expression does not involve the use of public office or agency facilities. The rule also says that .555 does not prevent a public officer or agency from 1) making facilities available on a nondiscriminatory, equal access basis for political uses; or 2) making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition (commonly referred to as a “Fact Sheet”) provided such action is part of the office or agency’s normal and regular conduct.
Background and Findings
• For details, see the Dismissal Letter.
Summary and Resolution
PDC staff is reminding Faith Sisley, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, about the importance of not using communications to KSD staff, during elections, that are promotional in nature or that can be construed as pressure or coercion to vote in a particular way.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff are issuing this formal written warning to KSD staff, Dr. Wade Barringer, Deputy Superintendent, and Dave Bussard, Executive Director of Operations, concerning their participation in the “Levy Listening Session,” organized by the KSD, on October 15, 2024. And Dr. Barringer is additionally warned about his presentation of information in the video “What happens if the Levy fails?” Furthermore, Dr. Barringer is also being warned for the March 12, 2024, email to staff directing them to campaign for the levy – stating, “This is a firm expectation that you request to be on the agenda of any community group that you belong to or attend meetings to present/play the levy ppt and distribute information.” This formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that you will not in the future use public resources to influence the outcome of a ballot measure. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On April 25, 2025, Superintendent Isreal Vela completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $1,000 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of KSD facilities to promote ballot measures included in the April 23, 2024 Special Election and November 5, 2024 General Election. The $1,000 penalty assessed resolves the allegations outlined in the SOU.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The Respondent filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for School Director in the Enumclaw School District 216, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
For the 2023 election cycle, the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was required to be filed no later than October 17, 2023, the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than October 31, 2023, and the Post General Election C-4 was required to be filed no later than December 11, 2023.
The Respondent filed expenditure reports for those periods, but the reports were submitted late.
The reports disclosed zero activity (position included no filing fee) and fell below the $7,000 limit for a candidate choosing the Mini Reporting Option on their candidate registration. Mini reporting, had it been selected, would have relieved the candidate of filing expenditure reports.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Lori Metschan concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should they declare candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent's failed to include sponsor identification (“Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” followed by the full name and complete address of the sponsor) on political advertisement, required by the statutory scheme.
Staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to include party sponsor identification on political advertisement and informed him the Commission would consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of the PDC laws/rules.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 30, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 election year. The completed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
PDC staff advise you to bring your reports into compliance. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Bill Thomas filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for State Representative in Legislative District 21 in the 2024 election.
• RCW 42.17A.235(6)(a) and WAC 390-16-043 outline the requirements for candidates and committees to allow for the inspection of their campaign books of account during the 10-day period leading up to an election they are participating in.
• You reported sending a request via email on August 1, 2024 to view the Respondent’s books of account and receiving no response.
• The candidate did not proceed past the primary election.
• The Respondent does not have previous violations for failure to provide inspection.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, PDC staff will issue a formal written warning to Bill Thomas concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a 2023 candidate under the Full Reporting option; the applicable Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures Reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to William Hauss concerning the requirement to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) in the future, should they declare candidacy again. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
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• Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file required expenditure
(C-4) Reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Don L. Rivers (the Respondent) filed the 21-day expenditure (C-4) report seven days late, but was otherwise substantially compliant.
• The campaign did not advance to the general election.
The complaint alleged that Cascade Political Action Committee (Cascade PAC), a Continuing Committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.405 and WAC 390-05-210 for making over-limit contributions and making an independent expenditure with collaboration of the candidate.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Cascade PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to update its registration within 10 days. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Cascade PAC update its Committee Registration within 10 days of a material change. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Chad Magendanz had resigned from Cascade PAC in January 2024. Due to this resignation, the Independent Expenditures made by Cascade PAC were not made in coordination with Magendanz. The PDC issued a warning to Cascade PAC in PDC Case 161807 due to its failure to timely update its Committee Registration to reflect Chad Magendanz’s resignation as Committee Chair.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Naslund violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer that has three PDC violations in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.345 for failing to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request. Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a commercial advertiser inspection of the books of account does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Publisher's Mailing Service about the importance of the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 to respond to a request for inspection of books of account. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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When contacted by PDC staff in December 2024, Alpha Media noted its files were available via the Federal Communications Commission website and they understood this fulfilled its responsibilities to provide the records. After working with PDC staff, Alpha Media provided additional materials to the complainant.
It appears that, prior to the complaint, Alpha Media was not fully aware of the requirement to make books of account available for public inspection. After being informed about the law, however, Alpha Media did respond to the complainant’s request and provided responsive documents/materials pertinent to the inspection of books of account request.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). PDC staff is reminding Alpha Media about the importance of timely providing complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request.
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II. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A. RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. The text message WSRP sent to voters was political advertising, as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(40). It asked voters to “REJECT Han Tran Northshore school board candidate who calls for Israel’s destruction and elimination of Jews! VOTE by 11/7, protect kids.” The message directly opposed a candidate and included a statement encouraging recipients to “VOTE by 11/7.” The political advertisements were sent without including the sponsor’s name and address in violation of RCW 42.17A.320(1).
3. WSRP did not timely disclose its expenditures on its Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 reports). Under the full reporting option, until five months before the general election, C-4 reports are required monthly when contributions or expenditures exceed $200 since the last report and on the twenty-first day and seventh day immediately preceding the date on which the election is held. On January 26, 2024, WSRP amended its C-4 report from October 17-30, 2023, and disclosed a $159.22 debt owed to Prompt.io for the GOTV text messages. The disclosure was disclosed 87 days late and after the 2023 election.
4. WSRP made a $100,000 contribution to Let’s Go Washington in December, 2023. The expenditure was made from its exempt funds and was not earmarked for exempt activities. The expenditure generally supported Let’s Go Washington’s initiatives and was not limited as required by RCW 42.17A.405(15) and WAC 390-17-060 to only allowable expenditures. Appropriate uses of exempt funds are listed in RCW 42.17A.405(15)(a-c) and include funds earmarked for voter registration, absentee ballot information, and precinct caucuses, all without promotion of or political advertising for individual candidates. They also include internal organizational expenses and independent or electioneering communications. WSRP’s use of exempt funds for the general use of a ballot measure committee without earmarking for an allowable expense did not meet these criteria and violated RCW 42.17A.405 and WAC 390-17-060.
5. WSRP submitted a C-3 report disclosing anonymous contributions totaling $106,500 that were deposited on September 17, 2024. RCW 42.17.A.220(4) states: “[A]ccumulated unidentified contributions…in excess of one percent of the total accumulated contributions received in the current calendar year, or three hundred dollars, whichever is more, may not be deposited, used, or expended, but shall be returned to the donor if his or her identity can be ascertained.” The aggregate funds deposited by WSRP were more than one percent of the total accumulated contributions in that calendar year and were not returned to the donors.
III. ORDER
This Order will be the Final Order. After consideration of the mitigating and aggravating factors, arguments of counsel, the exhibits and witness testimony, the Findings of Fact, and the Conclusions of Law, the Commission unanimously finds four violations. Respondent failed to 1) include sponsor identification on political advertising in violation of RCW 42.17A.320; 2) failed to timely disclose expenditures on C-4 reports in violation of RCW 42.17A. 235 and .240; 3) did not earmark exempt funds for allowable expenditures in violation of RCW 42.17A.405 and WAC 390-17-060; and 4) did not timely and accurately disclose the source of monetary contributions on C-3 reports and deposited overlimit anonymous contributions in violation of RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 and RCW 42.17A.220.
An aggregate civil penalty is imposed of $5,000 for all the violations combined, with $1,000 suspended on the following conditions:
1. a. The non-suspended portion ($4,000) of the $5,000 total civil penalty for the four violations is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of this Final Order.
b. The Respondent transfers the $100,000 improperly expended from the exempt account back to the exempt account within 30 days of the date of this final order.
c. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
2. If the Respondent fails to meet the conditions in Section III(1) of this order within 30 days of the date of this order, the suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due and the matter may be sent to collection or brought to Superior Court as allowed by law without further action by the Commission.
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PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/21/2025 02:18:46 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5264 7506 162545 11/19/2024 01/07/2025 PDC Staff Dariel L Norris Dariel L Norris: Alleged violation RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual Personal Financial Affairs statement (F-1) by April 15, 2024 (GE24) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on October 12, 2024. The complaint alleged that officials of Grays Harbor Fire District 8, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities or resources to support a ballot proposition in election year 2024.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Commissioners John Collum, Vivian Matsen and Thomas Greisamer (the “Respondents”); PDC Interpretation 04-02 Guidelines for Local Government; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that although notice of the July 29, 2024, Grays Harbor Fire District 8 Special Fire Commissioner’s Meeting was timely posted to the district’s website and to the front of the community center, the agenda did not include the “full title and number of the ballot proposition”, nor were all members of the commission “afforded an approximately equal opportunity for the expression of an opposing view”, as one Commissioner was at best given informal, verbal notice of the meeting and did not attend.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the officials of Grays Harbor Fire District 8 will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities or resources to support a ballot measure. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Respondent comply with all laws and rule and follow PDC guidance for how the statutory prohibition on the use of public facilities or resources impacts campaign activities that may be contemplated by government employees and other persons who may seek to utilize those public facilities, and specifically adhere to all the components cited in the exception in RCW 42.17A.555(1) in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to accurately disclose expenditure reports and carryforward balance does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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• Phyllis E Bernard filed a Candidate Registration declaring their candidacy for Public Utility Commissioner in Clallam County PUD #1, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
• The campaign filed a May C-4 timely, but the report lacked quantities of political advertising literature purchased through Vistaprint. The campaign amended the report to provide the required detail shortly after being notified by the PDC.
• The C-4 report covering July 30, 2024, through August 31, 2024, also was amended to reflect the number of impressions and run dates for the political advertising purchased from Meta through Mitch Koontz.
• The campaign submitted the 21-day pre-primary C-4 report that was due on July 16, 2024, 3 days late.
• According to the campaign, the C-3 disclosing a $3,000 contribution and submitted on December 9, 2024, was a duplicate report was filed in error. The contribution was originally reported on report #110218122.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Phyllis Bernard made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. The campaign made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on November 4, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely file a committee registration and failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.205 describes the required deadline for filing a Committee Registration (C-1) and the required details that must be provided as part of the registration.
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Earth Ministry WA IPL PAC was a continuing committee registered under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election for the purpose of opposing Initiative No. 2116.
• The Respondent failed to timely register their committee by filing a C-1 report within two weeks of the date the committee first has the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in any election campaign.
• The Respondent received a $4,000 contribution from Golde Family Fund on July 26, 2024.
• The C-1 report that was due by August 9, 2024, was filed 82 days late on October 30, 2024.
• The C-1 was filed prior to the submission of the complaint in question.
• The Respondent failed to timely file C-4 reports, having filed five C-4 reports significantly late, with the latest report being 87 days late.
• As of Oct. 28, 2024, the Respondent reported having spent $4,258.
• As of March 6, 2025, the Respondent has not filed a Post-General C-4 report.
• In their response to the complaint, the Respondent stated that this was their first time actively taking part in supporting or opposing a ballot measure or candidate, and as such were unfamiliar with their obligations, and upon learning them, they worked to correct this deficiency.
• On March 3, 2025, the Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging their violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
The committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely and accurately file the C-4 reports during the 2004 election. This resolves the allegations listed in this case
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are also receiving a formal written warning concerning your failure to timely file your C-1 report. The Commission will consider the formal written warning if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads. Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
PDC staff urge you to bring your reporting into full compliance. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Cheryl Sanders, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for the Whatcom County Fire District No. 8, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Sanders violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 16, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a no penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 calendar year; The signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a committee under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• On December 23, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging late filed reports and failure to provide complete expenditure details.
• The Respondent filed a C-4 report covering October 1, 2024, through October 31, 2024, on November 6, 2024, disclosing information that should have been on the 21-day and 7-day pre-general C-4 reports that were due, respectively, 22 days and 8 days earlier.
• The Respondent failed to include complete expenditure details regarding purchases of political advertising.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
PDC staff advises you to amend your 2024 reports to provide required expenditure detail such as the quantities of political advertising purchased and a description indicating whether the advertising supported or opposed candidates or ballot measures. If you require any further clarification of what details are required, you can contact our filer assistance team or sign up for one of our ORCA classes that are held on a monthly basis. You also are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on November 1, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA is a continuing full reporting committee participating in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file their 21 day and 7 day pre-general C-4.
• The Respondent failed to accurately report run dates and candidates endorsed in advertising. The Respondent has amended the report in question to include those details.
• The Respondent has received a reminder regarding late filed C-4 reporting.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning Timely and accurately filing C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and
reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Mr. Hagopian (the “Respondent”); the applicable
PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information], to determine whether the
record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), N. Smith Hagopian received a formal written warning
concerning their failure to comply with all elements of PDC requirements for RCW 42.17A. 235, RCW
42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-043. The formal written warning includes staff’s
expectation that Mr. Hagopian follow all reporting requirements and books of account requirements
in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further
Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Mr. Hagopian also completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), acknowledging a violation of RCW
42.17A.555 by using public agency resources to assist his 2024 election campaign. By signing the
SOU acknowledging the violation, this resolves the allegation of a violation specific to RCW
42.17A.555.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
these matters in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). As well, any allegations regarding reporting by
you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
On September 16, 2024, PDC staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter failed to timely file the statutory contribution and expenditure reports in the 2024 election cycle.
Staff found that the Respondent failed to timely file the 21-day, 7-day and the post-primary election C-4 reports and issued a formal written warning letter.
Based on above, the PDC noted that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Grays Harbor Democrats (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
Grays Harbor Democrats completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file the Post-Primary C-4 report and 21-day pre-General C-4 report for election year 2022, which collectively disclosed $6,105.84 in General election-related expenditures after the General election. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in these complaints.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Grays Harbor Democrats also received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose contributions and expenditures in years 2020-2024, and maintain financial records as required. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that, in the future, Grays Harbor Democrats will 1) timely and accurately file all required C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing the committee’s contributions and expenditures, especially during time-sensitive periods prior to elections; and 2) preserve the committee’s books of account and other financial records, including its ORCA (Online Reporting of Campaign Activity) data files, for five calendar years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning letter in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded Grays Harbor Democrats about the importance of sufficiently disclosing expenditure descriptions on C-4 reports, including but not limited to, details regarding radio ads, TV ads, printed materials, the full name of candidates to whom contributions are made, and the vendors for reimbursed expenditures in accordance with PDC statutes, rules and guidance.
The allegation regarding failure to identify a sponsor on the committee's C-1pc report was determined to be unfounded and was dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff review found that the PAC failed to timely report expenditures of grassroots lobbying campaign. Staff noted that all 12 L-6 reports for 2022 and eight (8) L-6 reports for 2023 were all filed late on March 12, 2024. These reports were required to be filed monthly.
Based on the above findings, staff issued a warning and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), PDC staff issued the Cynthia Slizza Donahue (the “Respondent”) a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expect her to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing sufficient descriptions for in-kind contributions and expenditures on C-4 reports. PDC staff expect that, in the future, she will include such details on C-4 reports in accordance with PDC laws, rules, and guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for election year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed herein are hereby dismissed.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Voice Broadcasting Corp. is a communications company that provides its clients with the capability for mass robocall and text messaging via landline telephone and cellular platforms. The company is based in Arlington, Texas.
• According to PDC reports, candidate committees for Chris Reykdal (2024), Scott G. Bader (2023), Debbie Carlsen (2023), Heidi Willis (2019), and Eugene Burrus (2019) reported expenditures to Voice Broadcasting Corp. Jeff Fournier, representative for Voice Broadcasting Corp., said only Willis and Burrus were direct clients of the company and Reykdal, Bader, and Carlsen were clients of WinPower Strategies. WinPower Strategies acted as a reseller of services provided by Voice Broadcasting Corp.
• On October 29, 2024, you sent an email to Jeff Fournier’s company email address requesting to review Voice Broadcasting’s commercial advertising books of account. On November 1, 2024, when you did not receive a response from Mr. Fournier you filed a complaint with the PDC. On December 20, 2024, PDC staff contacted Mr. Fournier and after providing some clarification about who was the responsible party and guidance on what to provide, on January 16, 2025, Mr. Fournier provided the records to you in electronic format.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• Friends of Community and Technical Colleges is a continuing full reporting committee participating in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file their 21 day pre-general C-4.
• The Respondent has received a reminder regarding late filed C-4 reporting.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning Timely and accurately filing C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to accurately report expenditures of a grassroots lobbying campaign.
On February 10, 2024, Evergreen Recycling Refund Coalition filed an amended L-6 report for January 2024 and an amended final L-6 report. Both amended L-6 reports use the updated template and disclose the required details regarding the campaign’s advertising expenditures.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately disclose expenditures of a grassroots lobbying campaign does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Evergreen Recycling Refund Coalition about the importance of accurately disclosing expenditure activities of grassroots lobbying campaigns and timely filing all future L-6 reports, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.640 and WAC 390-20-125.
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PDC staff found the email address initially used to contact JamLoop was not active at the time. The company maintains a “Contact Us” form on its website and there was no evidence provided this was used this to contact the company. In response to PDC staff’s email, JamLoop notified PDC staff the requested records were provided.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(a).
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Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Summary and Resolution
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by Sarah Rothenbuhler are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, and the violations were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Sarah Rothenbuhler was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a remediable violation in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Re: Complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin and Marina Multhaup on behalf of Wasingtonians for Ethical Government:
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. A complaint was filed by Marina Multhaup and Dmitri Iglitzin on behalf of Washingtonians for Ethical Government alleging that, in part, Dave Reichert may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.405(14) by failing to accurately report his contributors and by accepting contributions which exceed the limits for individuals per election.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 require candidates and political committees to file timely, accurate reports of contributions and expenditures including the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions during the period.
RCW 42.17A.435 states, “No contribution shall be made and no expenditure shall be incurred, directly or indirectly, in a fictitious name, anonymously, or by one person through an agent, relative, or other person in such a manner as to conceal the identity of the source of the contribution or in any other manner so as to effect concealment.”
Relevant facts include the following:
Dave Reichert, Case 160779
Re: Complaint filed by Marque Jones:
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter. However, PDC staff expects the Reichert campaign to continue filing amended reports to reflect the missing employer and occupation information that has been obtained by the campaign.
A complaint was filed by Marque Jones, alleging, in part, that the 2024 Dave Reichert campaign for Governor (Campaign) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-034 by:
In addition, PDC staff reviewed whether the Campaign may have violated RCW 42.17A.405(14) by accepting contributions in excess of the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405.
Relevant Facts are as follows:
Timely and Accurate Reporting of Small Contributions
Employer and Occupation Information
Over-Limit Contributions
At the December 19, 2024 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $100, of which $100 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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It appears that, prior to the complaint, the Respondent was not fully aware of the requirement to make books of account available for public inspection. When initially providing the records, the Respondent included only those you believed the Complainant was requesting, specifically political advertisement done in calendar year 2024. After being informed about a requester’s right to inspect five years of records, however, Comcast/Xfinity responded to the complainant’s request after some delay.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a commercial advertiser inspection of the books of account does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Comcast/Xfinity about the importance of the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 to respond to a request for inspection of books of account. Staff expects the Respondent, in the future, to respond to requests to review its books of account per requirements associated with commercial advertisers and political advertisements.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The staff's review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to list/disclose a business entity in which the Respondent serves as an officer (Governor) on the F-1 report filed with the PDC on September 18, 2023.
Based on this determination and action by the PDC, staff determined that no other action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on staff’s review, we found the apparent violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2), were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a remediable violation pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159729 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159729 Dan Christopher Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7312/159729%20Dan%20Christopher%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159729 Dan Christopher Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159729 Dan Christopher Resolution Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7312/159729%20Dan%20Christopher%20Resolution%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Technical correction""}, {""file_name"" : ""159729 Dan Christopher Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7312/159729%20%20Dan%20Christopher%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 01:03:53 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 5295 7448 161561 10/18/2024 10/18/2024 03/04/2025 Conner Edwards Jeffrey Moody (Troy Moody) Jeffrey Moody.: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on reports (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on October 18, 2024, and October 30, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report and not properly itemizing expenditures during the 2024 election campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file the 7-day pre-general C-4 (expenditure) report.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Carol Sue Braaten filed the 7-day pre-general C-4 (expenditure) report two days late, but otherwise was substantially compliant.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
• Per WAC 390-16-105(2), a political committee is not required to comply with provisions of RCW 42.17A.235 through 42.17A.240, except as otherwise prescribed in WAC 390-16-038, 390-16-115, and 390-16-125, if the committee selects the Mini Reporting option on its Candidate Registration (C-1pc) and meets both of the following conditions:
o Does not raise nor expend an amount that exceeds $7,000; and
o Does not accept contributions from any one person that exceed $500 aggregate.
Candidates and committees choosing mini reporting do not file contribution and expenditure reports, but they must file a registration statement, keep records of their contributions and expenditures, and comply with disclosure requirements.
• Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, under the Full Reporting option, a committee is required to disclose contribution and expenditure information by submitting Receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports and Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports to the PDC. The Committee’s due dates for the C-3 and C-4 reports are determined by its activity and participation in the election cycle.
o RCW 42.17A.235(2) indicates that committees participating in an election are required to file reports “(a) On the twenty-first day and the seventh day immediately preceding the date on which the election is held; and (b) On the tenth day of the first full month after the election.”
o WAC 390-16-037 directs campaigns on how to report the details of an expenditure for goods and/or services.
• RCW 42.17A.320 states, “all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor’s name and address.” The information required to appear on political advertising shall appear on the first page or fold of the written advertisement or communication in at least ten-point type, or in type at least ten percent of the largest size type used in a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter, such as a billboard or poster, whichever is larger; not be subject to the half-tone or screening process; and be set apart from any other printed matter. No text may be before, after, or immediately adjacent to the information required. WAC 390-18-010 further clarifies and explains the requirements for sponsor identification and political advertising.
o Sponsor identification is an important piece of political advertising that gives the public information about who sponsored the ad. The sponsor is the person who arranges for the ad or pays for the ad to be displayed or broadcast. A candidate or candidate committee sponsoring an ad about the committee uses the words “paid for by” or “sponsored by” followed by the name of the candidate committee and address.
Background & Findings
• Pursuit PAC originally filed a Political Committee Registration (C-1pc), as a Continuing Committee under the Mini Reporting option, on August 4, 2023. Under WAC 390-16-115(4), failure to file a new registration statement during January will automatically terminate a continuing committee's entitlement to use the mini reporting system until such time as it submits a new C-1pc. The PDC notified the PAC, via the PDC newsletter on December 18, 2023, and a mass email on January 3, 2024, that their filing status would be automatically changed to the Full Reporting option if they did not amend the C-1pc. The Committee filed an amended C-1pc on February 9, 2024, but did not change back to the Mini Reporting option. The C-1pc was not amended to reflect the Mini Reporting option until August 4, 2024. Officers of the Committee listed in the C-1pc are Will Knudsvig, Ministerial Treasurer, and Russell Johnson, President.
• The PAC developed a website to assist in Get Out The Vote (GOTV) coordination and to advertise for a political event sponsored by The Pursuit NW church. The PAC also created and published an online voter guide that indicated how to and for whom to vote in the 2024 election.
o The website was developed and managed by a volunteer. The volunteer incurred $254 in costs associated with the website and was reimbursed by the PAC in December 2024. The PAC timely reported the expenditure on January 10, 2025, on the Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) report #110267342, amended January 28, 2025, report #110269581. The original in-kind contribution made by the volunteer had not been timely reported by the PAC. At the direction of PDC staff, the in-kind contribution will remain unreported, due to the fact that the PAC refunded it through reimbursement, which was reported.
o PDC staff determined the online voter guide was developed by a volunteer and published to the website. Other than the cost of the website that hosted the guide, the PAC made no additional expenditure for the guide.
• The Respondent was required to file a 21-day pre-general C-4 report, a 7-day pre-general C-4 report and a post-general C-4 report. No reports were submitted until Dec. 30, 2024.
• PDC staff did not find any evidence to show the PAC incurred costs for the Get Out The Vote (GOTV) events and political events sponsored by an affiliated church, The Pursuit NW, other than the costs for the website which advertised them.
• Upon review, PDC staff found that neither the website nor the voter guide included sponsor identification. The website was updated on approximately January 8, 2025, to include sponsor ID.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Pursuit PAC is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures and failure to include sponsor identification on the PAC’s website. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that the PAC will timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, as applicable, and include sponsor identification on all forthcoming political advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by the PAC for 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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Wilson acknowledged and took responsibility for the violation and there are no other PDC complaints within the last five years.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Stephen Jeffrey Wilson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to provide party preference and complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation that Wilson, in the future, provide complete sponsor identification on advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file the post-primary election C-4 Report during the 2024 election campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a no penalty Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file C-4 (expenditure) reports during 2024 calendar year. The signed no penalty Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.=
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures and alleged UNITE HERE TIP State and Local Fund Sponsored by UNITE HERE International Union (UNITE HERE) participated in the 2024 election by making expenditures supporting candidates and/or committees.
In response to the complaint, Susan B. Gershon, legal counsel for UNITE HERE, stated UNITE HERE is a committee based in New York state and made only one expenditure in Washington state in 2024, a $6,000 contribution to the Washington State Democratic Party.
UNITE HERE staff have stated they will be terminating the Washington PAC and report as an out-of-state committee moving forward and explained that it had no activity in Washington state “between December 1, 2021 and September 30, 2024,” and Gershon stated that “the difference between the two aris[es] out of contributions and expenditures outside of Washington State that were not reported because the Committee was not subject to Washington State reporting obligation during the period . . . .”
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this letter constitutes a formal written warning concerning the failure to disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects UNITE HERE to report all contributions and expenditures in the future if filing as a Washington state PAC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It was determined RAUEF did not have a filing requirement with the PDC.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The complaint alleged a lack of required detail on C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
Once contacted, the campaign updated their report to include the vendor involved in the in-kind contribution and quantities of political adverting.
21st Legislative Democrats Victory Fund had minimal electoral activity in 2024, and any failure to disclose vendor information was isolated.
PDC staff determined 21st Legislative Democrats Victory Fund made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
The complaint alleged a lack of required detail on C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
Once contacted, the campaign updated their expenditure detail to include the vendor and quantities of political advertising.
8th Legislative District Democratic Central Committee had minimal electoral activity in 2024, and any failure to disclose vendor information was isolated.
Based on our findings, staff determined 8th Legislative District Democratic Central Committee made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not
serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to
consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by
investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent
is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action
is not warranted.
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) with a $0 civil penalty in accordance with WAC
390-37-143 (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW
42.17A.220, RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file C-3 report disclosing
contribution(s); and (2) failing to accurately file the C-3 report with full contributor information. The
statement of understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
At the December 19, 2024 Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $250, of which $0 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $250 non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order, which is February 12, 2025.
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 calendar year; the signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a Statement of Understanding in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot proposition include the sponsor's name and address. Previously, campaign yard signs 4 feet by 8 feet or smaller were not required to include sponsor identification. The Washington State Legislature removed that exemption by passing House Bill 2032 in 2024. In 2024, yard signs printed prior to the effective date of the law were exempt from the new requirements. Starting in 2025, all yard signs, regardless of when they were printed, must have sponsor identification.
Background and Findings
Drew Bono is a 2025 candidate for Arlington City Council and has advanced to the 2025 General Election.
The PDC received a complaint alleging the lack of complete sponsor identification on political advertising on July 12, 2025.
Bobo is a first-time candidate and, as noted in the complaint, Bono's sign lacked a mailing address, which is required to meet the requirement of full sponsor identification on campaign signs.
Bono responded to PDC staff and noted they ordered weatherproof stickers with the required information and placing the stickers on both sides of signs lacking the required information.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that Drew Bono appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of complete sponsor identification on political advertising. Bono is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .270, .445, .710 and WAC 390-16-238 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and personal use of contributions. In addition, the complaint alleged a failure to include income on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1).
Based on the responses provided and review of Maycumber’s reports, PDC staff found no evidence of violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .270, or .710 that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaints of or pursuing enforcement action.
Maycumber completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.445 and WAC 390-16-238 by making expenditures not directly related to the 2024 Washington State House of Representatives Re-Election candidacy. The $150 penalty and repayment of the expenditures not directly related to the 2024 Washington State House of Representatives Re-Election candidacy ($1,385.13) resolves those allegations.
Maycumber is also hereby reminded of the importance of filing accurate financial information on the F-1 financial disclosure by the April deadline, regardless of the status of federal tax filings.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 calendar year; the signed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved through a Statement of Understanding in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 election that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on August 20, 2024, and September 23, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) during calendar year 2024.
Although the Committee submitted three C-3 reports and two C-4 reports late, the Committee did not make contributions to 2024 candidates. In addition, the Committee promptly amended the C-4 reports to include the missing expenditure details.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures during calendar year 2024. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Thurston County Democrats for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC review found that the Respondent failed to timely file a 7-Day pre-election C-4 in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and resolved the complaint through a Statement of Understanding. Having issued a Statement of Understanding in this matter, staff noted that no further action was required and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755 (1).
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The PDC review found that the Respondent failed to timely file the required contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports, as required under the statutory scheme under Chapter 42.17A RCW. and resolved the complaint through a Statement of Understanding. Having issued a Statement of Understanding in this matter, staff noted that no further action was required and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755 (1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint you filed on October 14, 2024. The complaint alleged that:
Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditure and carry forward on reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Auburn Citizen’s for Schools filed the 7-day pre-election C-4 (expenditure) Report two days late, but otherwise was substantially compliant.
The Respondent rectified the $209 carry forward discrepancy once notified.
Any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning your failure to accurately disclose information on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the
PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Since 2017, the Respondent has operated as a continuing committee registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option. The Respondent accepted contributions from members, but did not participate in elections between 2018 through 2022 due to reduced staff capacity and COVID. Up until 2017, as well as during 2023, the Respondent accepted contributions from members and took part in elections by making expenditures in the form of contributions to candidates and political action committees.
It appears the Respondent is unsophisticated and small. The PAC is entirely funded by individual members and is managed by a small group of individuals. Inexperience and good-faith errors in reporting activity were the cause of the noncompliance. The Respondent states that “it acknowledges its past errors and now understand and recognizes its responsibilities under the FCPA [Fair Campaign Practices Act].”
Electrical Workers 46 PAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a first occasion of late filed C-3 and C-4 reports for the period of 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022; and for a second occasion of late filed C-4 reports identifying expenditures made by the PAC as a contributions to campaigns in 2023 that went unreported until 2024. The $450 penalty assessed resolves the corresponding allegations in the complaints.
As well, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Electrical Workers 46 PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to comply with RCW 42.17A.235(8) for maintaining books of account, bills, receipts and all other financial records of the political committee for not less than five calendar years; and RCW 42.17A.220(4) for accepting over-limit anonymous contributions in 2020. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Ben Thomas will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Ben Thomas timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159720 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159720 Ben Thomas Warning Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7303/159720%20Ben%20Thomas%20Warning%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""159720 Ben Thomas Complaint (3).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7303/159720%20Ben%20Thomas%20Complaint%20%283%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159720 Thomas Ben Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7303/159720%20Thomas%20Ben%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 02/14/2025 12:08:31 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5330 6871 154810 10/26/2023 10/25/2023 04/07/2025 Conner Edwards ENGLAND LEONARD LEONARD ENGLAND: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (OCT23 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local
PDC staff reviewed the allegation(s); the applicable statutes and rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• Jimmy Sherrell filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on May 6, 2024, for the Full Reporting option. Mr. Sherrell amended the C-1 on July 8, 2024, converting to the Mini Reporting option. Based on PDC records, the candidate had receipts of $4,250.40, spent $2,146.74, and was a first-time filer in the ORCA system.
• The C-4 and C-3 reports for the period of May 2024 were filed months late.
• A monthly C-4 report for the period of June 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024, was initially filed timely but then had to be amended and was not finalized until September 27, 2024. Two of the three associated C-3 reports for June were filed late with a third report filed timely.
• The candidate converted to the Mini Reporting option in July but still had a reporting obligation through the 21-day reporting period. They filed a C-4 for July 1, 2024 – July 15, 2024, and a C-4 for July 16, 2024 – July 29, 2024, on August 20, 2024, amended on September 27, 2024. Ultimately both reports were filed late but neither showed any contributions or expenditures.
• Mr. Sherrell does not have other similar warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Mr. Sherrell was a first-time candidate and responded to the complaint: “I am truly sorry for the mixup. It is the first time that I have ran for an office and have had to fill these documents out.” Mr. Sherrell worked with PDC Filer Assistance Staff and has addressed the reporting issues outlined in your complaint.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to timely and accurately report certain contributions and expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that calls for further investigation.
Per WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Jimmy Sherrell will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. Staff expects Mr. Sherrell, moving forward, to follow all statutes and rules about submitting timely and accurate Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports. If violations of PDC statutes or rules occur in the future, the Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action necessary and has dismissed this matter per RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Rachael Byrd completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on March 28, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
The PDC dismissed its staff-generated complaint concerning alleged violations that Steve McNey may have violated RCW 42,17A.555 by using or authorizing the use of City of Federal Way facilities, including staff time of Noah Pawlowski, a 2022 intern with the City of Federal Way, to assist the 2022 campaign of Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell for King County Prosecuting Attorney. Staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting additional investigative work into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
The alleged activities were brought to the attention of the Public Disclosure Commission by a federal agency (the FBI), not by Noah Pawlowski. That agency became aware of the concerns while Mr. Pawlowski was applying for employment with it.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports the finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
• The Campaign failed to timely file a C-4 for the post-primary period for election year 2024.
• Upon being informed of the missing C-4 on October 8, 2024, the Respondent’s campaign filed the missing report within 3 days. The only activity disclosed on the report was non-itemized expenditures in the amount of $0.76.
The violations of PDC laws and rules are remedial in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) involved totaled no more than $1,000, were inadvertent and minor, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. In addition, the Sierra Club PAC took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file expenditures (C-4) reports for the February 11, 2025, special election, and for failure to include required expenditure details in C-4 reports for the 2023 special election.
On February 5, 2025, Citizens Committee for Good Schools filed both the 21-day C-4 report, due on January 21, 2025, and the 7-day C-4 report, due on February 4, 2025.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
PDC staff advise Citizens Committee For Good Schools to amend the 2023 C-4 reports to provide required details regarding subvendors and political advertising expenditures.
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Mike Backman completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file the Post-General Election C-4 report. The completed SOU resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the 2024 Mike Backman Campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/163677 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""163677Mike Backman(2) Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7535/163677Mike%20Backman%282%29%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163677 Mike Backman (Signed SOU).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7535/163677%20Mike%20Backman%20%28Signed%20SOU%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163677 Mike Backman Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7535/163677%20Mike%20Backman%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" 04/14/2025 02:00:01 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5342 7526 163173 10/16/2024 10/16/2024 02/18/2025 Glen Morgan Clover Park Citizens for Schools Clover Park Citizens for Schools: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - EducationThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on October 16, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws & Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 describes the required contents of campaign finance reports filed with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background & Findings
• The Respondent was a committee under full reporting that participated in the 2024 election.
• On October 16, 2024, a complaint was filed against the respondent alleging failure to provide complete expenditure details.
• On the C-4 report covering January 1, 2018, through November 30, 2023, the respondent acknowledges that they did not provide accurate expenditure details, but rather listed “researching” as the expenditure recipient.
• The report covering January 1, 2018, through November 30, 2023, was filed at staff’s request as part of PDC Case 153195.
• In their response to the complaint, the respondent explained that the reason for the incomplete expenditure details was obstacles in obtaining the records due to the Umpqua-Columbia Bank merger.
• The expenditures in question are outside of the statute of limitations for PDC enforcement. Despite this, the Respondent has amended the report in question to include the recipient of the expenditures.
• This $617.40 expenditure cited in the complaint accurately reports the payment made to the Public Disclosure Commission as part of the resolution of PDC Case 153195 in which the Respondent agreed to a statement of understanding and paid a $600 penalty. The additional $17.40 comes from a payment processing fee applied through an online payment processing system.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the evidence provided does not support a violation of RCW 42.17A.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 18, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) within two weeks of appointment.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to file a timely Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of appointment does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement within two weeks of appointment. PDC staff expects that you will timely files all future Personal Financial Affairs Statements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164001 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164001 Hannah Hedrick Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7541/164001%20Hannah%20Hedrick%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164001 Hannah Hedrick Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7541/164001%20Hannah%20Hedrick%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 04/17/2025 09:04:17 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5344 7532 163261 10/23/2024 10/23/2024 01/22/2025 Conner Edwards LEWIS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE - NON EXEMPT LEWIS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file expenditure reports. (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 30, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
The committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to file timely C-4 (expenditure) Reports during the 2024 election year. The completed Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Any allegations regarding reporting for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Bob Iyall may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising.
As noted in the complaint, Iyall’s website did not include the information on party preference required by RCW 42.17A.320. PDC staff also noted Iyall’s social media sites also failed to include a party preference. In response, Iyall stated “Please forgive the slow response. We have corrected the error on our website and on our facebook page.”
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Bob Iyall will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The use of public facilities in support of a candidate or ballot proposition does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you do not use public facilities to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure going forward. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Resolution
PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filing of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/150363 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""150363 Wells Lee BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6526/150363%20Wells%20Lee%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""150363 Wells Lee BAP Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150363 Lee Wells BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6526/150363%20Lee%20Wells%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""150363 Lee Wells Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6526/150363%20Lee%20Wells%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""150363 WELLS LEE Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6526/150363%20WELLS%20LEE%20%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/14/2025 12:01:20 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5350 7660 169884 04/02/2025 04/01/2025 08/12/2025 Conner Edwards Meridian Citizens for Education Committee Meridian Citizens for Education Committee: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, & .320 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures & RCW failure to provide complete sponsor ID on Political Advertising (EY25 APR25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) reviewed the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on April 1, 2025, and April 16, 2025:
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning Meridian Citizens for Education Committee’s failure to timely file a C-3 Report, include sponsor identification on its website, include the name of a Committee Co-Chair on its registration, and timely file a pre-special election C-4 report. PDC staff appreciates your stated intention to comply with all disclosure requirements in the future and expects that, going forward, you will carefully monitor the committee’s compliance with disclosure requirements. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Background and Findings
Missing C-3 Report for $350 Deposit
Missing Sponsor Identification on Website
Omission of Co-Chair Robert Kratzig from the Committee Registration
Late Filing of 7-day pre-special election C-4 report
Summary and Resolution of Complaint
Meridian Citizens for Education Committee failed to timely file a C-3 Report disclosing a $350 contribution included on a C-4 report; did not include a sponsor identification on the Committee’s website; did not originally list a Committee Co-Chair on the Committee’s 2025 registration; and filed the Committee’s 7-day pre-special election C-4 report one day late.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by James DeHart (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Respondent omitted sponsor information on the Facebook advertisements mistakenly believing it was not required when there was no cost for the ads. Regarding the two yard sign photos identified in the complaint, one was purchased and reported as part of the 2022 DeHart Campaign for the same office and exempt from sponsor ID requirements, while the second set of signs did include sponsor ID in accordance with the Commission’s emergency rule effective June 6, 2024. Finally, the expenditure for the 2024 Campaign web domain appears to have been timely disclosed more than six months before the complaint was submitted.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, James DeHart will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign advertisement. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. DeHart complies with any applicable sponsor ID requirements on future political advertisements. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159390 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159390 James DeHart Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7295/159390%20James%20DeHart%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159390 DeHart James Warning - Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7295/159390%20DeHart%20James%20Warning%20-%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""159390 James DeHart Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7295/159390%20James%20DeHart%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""159390 James DeHart Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/17/2024 10:37:29 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5352 7589 165916 01/06/2025 01/06/2025 04/22/2025 Conner Edwards AMM Political Strategies AMM Political Strategies: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to provide commercial advertiser books of account inspection upon request (EY24 JAN25) RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Reminder Commercial Advertiser "This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to provide commercial advertiser books of account inspection upon request.
Based on our attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to make commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded AMM Political Strategies (the “Respondent”) about the importance of timely making all the information required for a commercial advertiser books-of-account inspection available to requestors in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance. This may necessitate collecting, for example, client addresses, querying additional payment information (who paid, date paid, payment type), and retaining the content of text communications for five years. A list of the information that commercial advertisers are required to provide for a books-of-account inspection can be found in RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050(6) & (7).
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On April 25, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 (RCW 29B.25.090) and .240 (.100) by failing to timely and accurately file the required contribution and expenditure reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file the C3/C4 reports as alleged in the complaint. However, the staff determined that the deficiencies found did not warrant further investigation and resolved this matter through a written formal warning to the respondent.
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that $150 of the $250 penalty is suspended on the condition that the Respondent:
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the civil penalty, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to collections or to seek a court order compelling compliance with this Order.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Respondent for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed here are hereby dismissed.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Lloyd Melone completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU on April 24, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Boegart Boardman Bibby (the “Respondent”) received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
ORDER
ON the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the C-4 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143.
It is further ordered that $200 of the $250 penalty is suspended on the condition that the Respondent:
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission
Background & Findings
Sarah Rothenbuhler filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) under the Filler Reporting option.
The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-4 (expenditure) Reports.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
Respondent’s preliminary response indicated that they did not raise or spend any funds and did not believe there were any reports due to file.
The Respondent did not win the general election
The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by Sarah Rothenbuhler are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure(s) or contribution(s) involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, and the violations were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Sarah Rothenbuhler was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter as a remediable violation in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence you submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the Washington Denturist Political Action Committee (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information; to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Background & Findings
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
•The Respondent registered as a political committee with the PDC in 2010 with the most recent amendedPolitical Committee Registration (C-1pc) submitted on February 8, 2021. The Respondent registered as aContinuing Committee under the Full Reporting option. The committee Manager and Treasurer is CrystalVanderYacht.
•The Respondent filed Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports showing aggregate sums forexpenditures in months throughout 2022 but did not itemize the expenditures. This error occurred whenthe Respondent filed the C-4 reports early, before they entered the itemized monetary expenditures foreach month, and then failed to submit the additional expenditures amending the original report. Afterreceiving the complaint, the Respondent worked with PDC staff to correct the reporting errors. Theoriginal reported expenditures for 2022 were $1,036 and once corrected on November 21, 2024, the totalincreased to $12,036 mostly in contributions made to candidates in the 2022 election. The expendituresto candidates in 2022 were reported by the candidates, as contributions, on their Cash Receipts, MonetaryContributions (C-3) reports.
• On November 7, 2023, the Respondent made $500 contributions to the House Democratic Campaign Committee, Senate Republican Campaign Committee, and the Washington Senate Democratic Campaign Committee. Reports in 2023 were also filed early and then not amended to reflect itemized expenditures. The original reported expenditures for 2023 were $30 and once corrected on November 19, 2024, the total increased to $1,533. The expenditures made to the committees in 2023 were reported by the committees, as contributions, on their C-3 reports.
• In 2024, Jessica Bateman reported, on a C-3 report, a $500 contribution from the Respondent. PDC staff determined the contribution made to Ms. Bateman’s Senate campaign was the result of surplus funds transferred from her House campaign. The transfer was with permission from the Respondent. The original contribution, from the Respondent, occurred in 2022 and was reported by the candidate on a C-3 report. The expenditure by the Respondent was reported on November 21, 2024, on amended C-4 #110260875.
• In 2024, Kevin Van De Wege reported, on a C-3 report, a $500 contribution from the Respondent. PDC staff determined the contribution made to Mr. Van De Wege’s Public Lands Commissioner campaign was the result of surplus funds transferred his Senate campaign. The transfer was with permission from the Respondent. The original contribution, from the Respondent, occurred in 2020 and was reported by the candidate on a C-3 report. The expenditure by the Respondent was also reported in 2020 on C-4 #110003702.
• A mitigating factor in this case is that all the expenditures made by the Respondent were reported in the year received as a contribution by the recipients.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Washington Denturist Political Action Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Washington Denturist Political Action Committee timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• WA State National Organization for Women Political Action Committee (the Respondent) was a full reporting continuing committee that was participating in the 2024 election.
• On January 3, 2024, the Respondent filed its post-general C-4 report covering October 29, 2024, through November 30, 2024. This C-4 was filed 34 days late and disclosed $6.50 in expenditures.
• In its response to the complaint, the Respondent stated that this report was filed late due to a transition in staff, which is being addressed within the organization.
• The Respondent filed the late C-4 report before being informed of the complaint against them.
• On April 16, 2025 the Respondent signed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately C-4 reports during the 2024 election campaign. The SOU resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 5, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Scott Henden was a write-in candidate for County Commissioner in Kitsap County in the 2024 election, declaring for office on July 16, 2024. He received at least 1 percent of the vote in the primary election, which allowed him to advance to the general election as a named candidate on the ballot.
• On Aug. 5, 2024, the Respondent filed a C-3 disclosing a June 3, 2024, deposit of $7,000 in personal funds. On September 16, 2024, the campaign corrected its reporting to clarify that the deposit had happened on July 3, not June 3.
• Given the date of his declaration, the Respondent did not have a reporting requirement for the period covered in the 21-day pre-primary C-4.
• The campaign filed the 7-day pre-primary C-4 six days late but prior to the election.
• On that report, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure details for signs. The campaign later amended to provide quantities and explained that the signs were in-kind contributions from a previous campaign.
• The Respondent has no prior violation of RCW 42.17A.235 or RCW 42.17A.240.
• The Respondent lost the general election.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Richland Citizens for Good Schools Levy Committee on March 9, 2025, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on April 10, 2025, remotely from Olympia, WA by live audio and online transmission, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file a mandatory C-4 expenditure report, specifically the 2023 February Special Election post-election C-4 report due March 10, 2023.
The Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file the post-general election C-4 report by March 10, 2023.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Washington Society of CPAS PAC (“Respondent”) is a continuing committee that participated in the 2024 election.
• The Respondent filed their 21-day pre-general C-4 report timely, but this C-4 failed to disclose $6,000 in campaign contributions made to candidates, until the report was amended on December 27, 2024.
• $6,000 represented less than 6% of the Respondent’s expenditures for calendar year 2024.
• The Respondent has no prior violations relating to this violation.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely file any and all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 2, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file a 21-day pre-election Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures report (C-4 report) in the April 2025 special election.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
It appears that the failure to file the 21-day C-4 report was the result of a lack of understanding of the requirements regarding expedited reporting deadlines prior to special elections. The Committee did not intentionally withhold information prior to the April 22, 2025, special election, as demonstrated by filing a C-4 report just seven days after the 21-day C-4 report was due.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely file the 21-day C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclose expenditures during the accelerated reporting period. The PDC staff expects you to update your reporting schedule to include expedited reporting prior to the elections in which you are participating and to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines delineated in Chapter 42.17A RCW. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the April 2025 special election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Accordingly, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting for the 2023 and 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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At the April 10, 2025, Brief Enforcement Hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil penalty of $150 with $100 suspended on the condition that the penalty is paid within 30 days of the date of the order in accordance with WAC 390-37-143.
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Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to accurately file Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports during the 2023 calendar year.
Semi Bird completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) with a $0 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to accurately file C-3 report disclosing contribution. The statement of understanding resolves the allegations listed in this case. Because the Committee’s amended reporting demonstrates that it did not exceed the limit on anonymous contributions in RCW 42.17A.220, that allegation is dismissed.
Any allegations regarding reporting for the 2023 election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. However, failure to comply with PDC requirements in the future may lead to enhanced enforcement action.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/162554 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 162554 Misipati Semi Bird SOU_signed.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7507/PDC%20Case%20162554%20Misipati%20Semi%20Bird%20SOU_signed.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 162554 Misipati Semi Bird closed with SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7507/PDC%20Case%20162554%20Misipati%20Semi%20Bird%20closed%20with%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""162554 Misipati Semi Bird Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7507/162554%20Misipati%20Semi%20Bird%20%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 162554 Misipati Semi Bird response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7507/PDC%20Case%20162554%20Misipati%20Semi%20Bird%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/12/2025 01:02:45 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5376 7616 167210 01/21/2025 01/21/2025 05/13/2025 Conner Edwards IKJ Services IKJ Services: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request. (EY25 JAN25) RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Reminder Commercial Advertiser "The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to provide a commercial advertiser books-of-account inspection upon request.
Noncompliance appears to be the result of a good-faith misunderstanding regarding what types of services constitute commercial advertising under PDC laws and rules.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, your failure to make commercial advertiser books-of account available for inspection does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff are reminding IKJ Services about the importance of timely making all the information required for a commercial advertiser books-of-account inspection available to requestors in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
See the PDC website for more information. Commercial Advertiser Disclosure Guide | Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC).
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/167210 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""167210 IKJ Services Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7616/167210%20IKJ%20Services%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""167210 IKJ Services response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7616/167210%20IKJ%20Services%20response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 167210 IKJ Services closed with reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7616/PDC%20Case%20167210%20IKJ%20Services%20closed%20with%20reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}]" 01/16/2026 03:26:33 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5377 7688 170711 04/08/2025 04/07/2025 05/13/2025 Kenton Gartrell Rep Alex Ramel Alex Ramel: Alleged violations of Chapter RCW 42.17A.560 for accepting contributions during Legislative Session Freeze (EY25 APR25) RCW 29B.45.020/42.17A.560 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - Legislative "The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.560 for accepting contributions during the legislative session freeze between December 14, 2024, and April 27, 2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.560 states, (1) During the period beginning on the thirtieth day before the date a regular legislative session convenes and continuing through the date of final adjournment, and during the period beginning on the date a special legislative session convenes and continuing through the date that session adjourns, no state official or a person employed by or acting on behalf of a state official or state legislator may solicit or accept contributions to a public office fund, to a candidate or authorized committee, or to retire a campaign debt. Contributions received through the mail after the thirtieth day before a regular legislative session may be accepted if the contribution is postmarked prior to the thirtieth day before the session. (2) This section does not apply to activities authorized in RCW 43.07.370.
Background and Findings
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/170711 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""170711 Alex Ramel Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7688/170711%20Alex%20Ramel%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""170711 Alex Ramel Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7688/170711%20Alex%20Ramel%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}, {""file_name"" : ""170784 Alex Ramel Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7688/170784%20Alex%20Ramel%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""170711 Alex Ramel Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/12/2025 04:13:40 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 5378 7520 162804 08/01/2024 08/01/2024 05/13/2025 Joseph Michael Riley Kent School District Kent School District: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for improper use of public facilities or resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a ballot measure or candidate (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Agency - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Joseph Riley on August 1, 2024, and October 20, 25, 26 and 29, 2024. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure/proposition during the 2024 elections.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
WAC 390-05-271 states that .555 does not restrict the right of individuals to express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, provided that such expression does not involve the use of public office or agency facilities. The rule also says that .555 does not prevent a public officer or agency from 1) making facilities available on a nondiscriminatory, equal access basis for political uses; or 2) making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition (commonly referred to as a “Fact Sheet”) provided such action is part of the office or agency’s normal and regular conduct.
Background and Findings
• See the Dismissal Letter for further details
Summary and Resolution
On April 25, 2025, Superintendent Isreal Vela completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $1,000 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of KSD facilities to promote ballot measures included in the April 23, 2024 Special Election and November 5, 2024 General Election. The $1,000 penalty assessed resolves the allegations outlined in the SOU.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On March 7, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17.335 for sponsoring political advertising that makes a false statement or claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization.
The staff's review noted that the advertising at issue was misleading to the public and issued a reminder letter to the Respondent on 5/13/2025.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/168542 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""168542 Kevin Schilling complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7631/168542%20Kevin%20Schilling%20complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""168542 Schilling Kevin Complaint Disposition Letter...pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7631/168542%20Schilling%20Kevin%20Complaint%20Disposition%20Letter...pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""168542 Kevin Schilling Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7631/168542%20Kevin%20Schilling%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/13/2025 03:02:39 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5380 7593 166101 01/28/2025 01/28/2025 05/14/2025 Conner Edwards Firefighters for Shoreline Northshore RFA Firefighters for Shoreline Northshore RFA: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports. (EY25 JAN25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Single Election "Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports in this instance does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all the required future reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/166101 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""166101 Firefighters for Shoreline Northshore RFA Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7593/166101%20Firefighters%20for%20Shoreline%20Northshore%20RFA%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""166101 Firefighters for Shoreline Northshore RFA Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7593/166101%20Firefighters%20for%20Shoreline%20Northshore%20RFA%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""166101 Firefighters for Shoreline Northshore RFA Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7593/166101%20Firefighters%20for%20Shoreline%20Northshore%20RFA%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/18/2025 06:10:04 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5381 7609 166823 02/07/2025 02/07/2025 05/14/2025 Madison Piersoll Citizens for Sequim Schools Citizens for Sequim Schools Levy & Bond 2025: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include proper sponsor identification for political advertising (EY25 FEB25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning including proper sponsor identification on all political advertising. PDC staff expect you to include complete sponsor identification on all future political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/166823 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""166823 Citizens for Sequim Schools Levy_Bond 2025 Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7609/166823%20Citizens%20for%20Sequim%20Schools%20Levy_Bond%202025%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""166823 Citizens for Sequim Schools Levy _ Bond 2025 Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7609/166823%20Citizens%20for%20Sequim%20Schools%20Levy%20_%20Bond%202025%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""166823 Citizens for Sequim Schools Levy _ Bond 2025 Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7609/166823%20Citizens%20for%20Sequim%20Schools%20Levy%20_%20Bond%202025%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/14/2025 10:43:24 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5382 7564 164580 11/04/2024 11/04/2024 02/14/2025 Conner Edwards Life Science Washington PAC Life Science Washington PAC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file expenditure reports (EY24 NOV24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Political Committee - Issue "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on November 4, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You also are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164580 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164580 Life Science Washington PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7564/164580%20%20Life%20Science%20Washington%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164580 Life Science Washington PAC Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7564/164580%20%20Life%20Science%20Washington%20PAC%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164580 Life Science Washington PAC Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7564/164580%20%20Life%20Science%20Washington%20PAC%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}]" 02/14/2025 03:07:01 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5383 7565 164581 11/13/2024 11/13/2024 03/06/2025 Conner Edwards WA ST COUNCIL OF CO & CITY EMPLOYEES WA ST COUNCIL OF CO & CITY EMPLOYEES: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file expenditure and contribution reports (EY24 NOV24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Union "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on November 13, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164581 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164581 Washington State Council of Co City Employees Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7565/164581%20Washington%20State%20Council%20of%20Co%20%20City%20Employees%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164581 Washington State Council of County and City Employees Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7565/164581%20Washington%20State%20Council%20of%20County%20and%20City%20Employees%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164581 WA ST Council of Co & City Employees Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7565/164581%20WA%20ST%20Council%20of%20Co%20%26%20City%20Employees%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/06/2025 08:28:48 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5384 7572 164868 12/12/2024 12/11/2024 03/04/2025 Conner Edwards Michael Canty Michael Canty: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file expenditure reports. (EY24 DEC24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - Statewide "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 11, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164868 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164868 Michael Canty Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7572/164868%20Michael%20Canty%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""163659 Michael Canty Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7572/163659%20Michael%20Canty%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}]" 03/04/2025 10:31:07 AM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5385 6127 141680 08/21/2023 08/21/2023 10/14/2025 Glen Morgan, and Conner Edwards Washington State 16th Legislative District Democrats WA State 16th Legislative District Democrats: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, sufficient in-kind contribution details, and current officers on reports. (EY'20-'25; Aug ‘23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "
This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file C-3 reports and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures for election years 2020-2023.
Specifically, these four complaints alleged that WA State 16th Legislative District Democrats (the “Respondent”) failed to 1) timely file C-4 and C-4 reports for 2020-2023; 2) provide sufficient description details for an in-kind contribution received in 2020; 3) timely report two deposits from 2020 and 2024 respectively; and 4) file an accurate C-4 report in 2022 (based on a negative ending balance).
The third complaint also alleged violations of 1) RCW 42.17A.205 for not updating committee officers on its C-1pc report; and 2) RCW 42.17A.320 by omitting “Paid for by” from sponsor identification (ID) on the committee’s website.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), WA State 16th Legislative District Democrats received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing the committee’s contributions and expenditures for election years 2020-2025. PDC staff expects the Respondent to timely comply with the above requirements in the future, especially during time-sensitive pre-election reporting periods. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded WA State 16th Legislative District Democrats to perform the following important actions in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance:
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by the committee for 2020-2025 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on staff’s review, we found the following:
PDC staff determined Craig Gocha made a minor or ministerial error, which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on this information, the matter is resolved as a technical correction pursuant to RCW
42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/159727 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""159727 Craig J Gocha Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7310/159727%20Craig%20J%20Gocha%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""159727 Craig Gocha Techinchal Correction Resolution Letter Respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7310/159727%20Craig%20Gocha%20Techinchal%20Correction%20Resolution%20Letter%20Respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Technical correction""}]" 02/14/2025 12:37:57 PM PDC staff resolved case after correction of minor or ministerial error. 5387 7687 170706 01/22/2025 01/21/2025 05/20/2025 Conner Edwards RoboCent RoboCent: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request. (EY25 JAN25) RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Dismissed by Executive Director Commercial AdvertiserPDC staff found:
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. The matter has been dismissed
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/170706 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""170706 Robocent Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7687/170706%20Robocent%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""170706 RoboCent dismissal letter"", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}, {""file_name"" : ""Response to PDC Case No. 170706 – RoboCent Compliance.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7687/Response%20to%20PDC%20Case%20No.%20170706%20%E2%80%93%20RoboCent%20Compliance.pdf"", ""description"" : ""170706 RoboCent response"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""170706 Robocent Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7687/170706%20Robocent%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""170706 Robocent Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/20/2025 08:14:20 AM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5388 7428 161349 10/24/2024 10/24/2024 05/22/2025 Al French WASHINGTON CONSERVATION ACTION VOTES WASHINGTON CONSERVATION ACTION VOTES: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.405 for over-limit contributions (EY24, Oct24) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Other "Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been/soon will be cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The giving of over-limit contributions to a recall committee does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning giving over-limit contributions to a recall committee. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you will make contributions within limits in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/161349 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""161349 WA Conservation Action Vote Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7428/161349%20WA%20Conservation%20Action%20Vote%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161349 WA Conservation Action Votes Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7428/161349%20WA%20Conservation%20%20Action%20Votes%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""161349 WA Conservation Action Votes Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7428/161349%20WA%20Conservation%20%20Action%20Votes%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161349 WA Conservation Action Vote Complaint Attachment.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7428/161349%20WA%20Conservation%20Action%20Vote%20Complaint%20Attachment.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/22/2025 01:52:44 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5389 7423 161315 10/24/2024 10/24/2024 05/22/2025 Al French Fuse WA and Fuse Votes Fuse WA and Fuse Votes: Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A.405 for over-limit contributions (EY24, Oct24) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Other "Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been or soon will be cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The giving of over-limit contributions to a recall committee does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning giving over-limit contributions to a recall committee. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you will make contributions within limits in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/161315 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""161315 FUSE WA FUSE Votes Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7423/161315%20FUSE%20WA%20FUSE%20Votes%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161315 Fuse WA and Fuse Votes Complaint Attachment.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7423/161315%20Fuse%20WA%20and%20Fuse%20Votes%20Complaint%20Attachment.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161315 Fuse WA and Fuse Votes Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7423/161315%20Fuse%20WA%20and%20Fuse%20Votes%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161315 Fuse WA Fuse Votes Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7423/161315%20Fuse%20WA%20Fuse%20Votes%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 05/22/2025 01:56:20 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5390 7422 161314 10/24/2024 10/24/2024 Al French, John Estey Clean Water Accountability Coalition (CWAC) Clean Water Accountability Coalition (CWAC): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.405 (RCW 29B.40.020) for over-limit contributions (EY24, OCT24), (EY 2025) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Pending Deferred Enforcement Political Committee - OtherBased on the facts set forth above, the Respondent agrees that the monetary contributions and
in-kind contributions received from Fuse Votes, Fuse Washington and Washington
Conservation Voters exceeded the contribution limits for a recall campaign established under
RCW 42.17A.405(14) and WAC 390-05-400 by a total of $5,863.09.
The Commission agrees to defer enforcement of the Committee’s violations of RCW
42.17A.405(14) and WAC 390-05-400 upon adherence to the following conditions:
By March 31, 2026, the Respondent agrees to repay each contributor any amount
they contributed in excess of the $1,200 permitted by WAC 390-05-400 and
provide proof of such payments to the satisfaction of Public Disclosure
Commission Staff.
On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
THORPE JEROME M completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/173101 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Thorpe - SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7810/Thorpe%20-%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jerome Thorpe"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2025-06-16"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-06-13"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SOU Payment""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/18/2025 11:01:29 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5392 7522 163092 11/28/2024 11/27/2024 05/27/2025 Let's Go Washington SEIU Healthcare 1199 NW PAC SEIU Healthcare 1199 NW PAC: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports. (EY24 NOV24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission Political Committee - UnionPursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, Respondent failed to timely report five expenditures totaling $432,400 on a 7-day pre-General C-4 report, reporting the expenditures between 28 and 14 days late, and 7 days after the 2024 General Election. The Respondent also failed to timely report a $2,400 expenditure paid on November 1, 2024. The report was filed 36 days late and 33 days after the 2024 General Election.
Based upon the stipulated Findings of Fact and the Commission’s Conclusions of Law, the Commission accepts the agreed Stipulation of the parties as to Facts, Violations, and Penalties and orders that:
1. The Respondent pay an aggregate civil penalty of $6,000 for all the violations with $3,000 suspended on the following conditions:
a. The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($3,000) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
If the Respondent fails to make timely payment of the non-suspended portion of the penalty, the total civil penalty of $6,000 shall immediately become due and the matter may be sent to collection or brought to Superior Court as allowed by law without further action by the Commission.
b. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
So ORDERED this 27th day of May, 2025.
WASHINGTON STATE PUBLIC
DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
FOR THE COMMISSION:
J. Robert Leach,
Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately and timely file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely or accurately file one or more C-3 and C-4 reports with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) during the February 2021 and February 2025 Special Election.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the February 2021 and February 2025 Special Election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/166903 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 166903 Battle Ground Citizens for Better Schools No Penalty SOU_signed.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7611/PDC%20Case%20166903%20Battle%20Ground%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Schools%20No%20Penalty%20SOU_signed.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}, {""file_name"" : ""166903 Battle Ground Citizens for Better Schools Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7611/166903%20Battle%20Ground%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Schools%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 166903 Battle Ground Citizens for Better Schools closed with SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7611/PDC%20Case%20166903%20Battle%20Ground%20Citizens%20for%20Better%20Schools%20closed%20with%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Statement of understanding""}]" 05/28/2025 09:16:03 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5394 7648 169481 12/16/2024 12/16/2024 05/28/2025 Conner Edwards Together for Pierce County Together for Pierce County: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY24 Dec 24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Local Issue "This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports. Specifically, the complaint alleged that Together for Pierce County (the “Respondent”) failed to timely report $12,500 in monetary contributions received on a C-3 report and file a post-General C-4 report. The complaint also alleged the committee’s reporting was incomplete based upon 1) a lack of reports filed for election year 2021 through approximately the first half of August, 2024; and 2) the difference between the committee’s ending balance for 2020 and their beginning balance for 2024.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Together for Pierce County received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely report contributions and expenditures, especially during the time-sensitive period before an election. In the future, PDC staff expect Together for Pierce County to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures, including C-3, C-4 and LMC reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of ensuring the committee’s beginning balance and deposit dates are accurate in the future, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Any allegations regarding reporting by your committee for election year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed herein are hereby dismissed.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/169481 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""169481 Together for Pierce County Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7648/169481%20Together%20for%20Pierce%20County%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169481 Together for Pierce County Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7648/169481%20Together%20for%20Pierce%20County%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169481 Together for Pierce Co Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7648/169481%20Together%20for%20Pierce%20Co%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 07/16/2025 12:59:25 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5395 7637 168995 08/23/2024 08/22/2024 03/20/2025 Conner Edwards Richard Brinkman Richard Brinkman: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately file expenditures reports. (EY23 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - Local https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/168995 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""168995 Richard Brinkman Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7637/168995%20Richard%20Brinkman%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}, {""file_name"" : ""168995 Brinkman Richard Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7637/168995%20Brinkman%20Richard%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/25/2025 11:20:57 AM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5396 7629 168348 10/09/2024 10/09/2024 03/18/2025 Glen Morgan 26th LD Democrats 26th Legislative District Democrats: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately file expenditures reports. (EY23 OCT24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on October 9, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/168348 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""168348 26th LD Democrats Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7629/168348%2026th%20LD%20Democrats%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""168348 26th Legislative District Democrats Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7629/168348%2026th%20Legislative%20District%20Democrats%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/06/2025 05:03:25 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5397 7592 166096 01/28/2025 01/28/2025 05/30/2025 Conner Edwards William (Beau) Burkett William (Beau) Burkett: Allegation of violations of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose debt on Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) (CY23, Jan25) RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened, and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to disclose debt on Personal Financial
Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official for the 2023 calendar year.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the misuse of public
facilities to support your candidacy in videos. PDC staff expects you to adhere to the laws and rules regarding the
use of facilities to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition. The Commission will consider this formal
written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/160442 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""160442 David Lobe Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7377/160442%20David%20Lobe%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160442 David Lobe Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7377/160442%20David%20Lobe%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""160442 David Lobe Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7377/160442%20David%20Lobe%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 03/19/2025 07:20:19 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5399 6862 154801 10/26/2023 10/25/2023 03/21/2025 Conner Edwards Brandon Pauley Brandon Pauley: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (OCT23 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 15, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/169089 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""169089 Aaron Bunn Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7639/169089%20Aaron%20Bunn%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}, {""file_name"" : ""169089 Bunn Aaron Joseph Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7639/169089%20Bunn%20Aaron%20Joseph%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/21/2025 01:52:56 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5401 7634 168953 08/21/2024 08/21/2024 03/19/2025 Conner Edwards Bart Yeates Bart Yeates: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately file expenditures reports. (EY23 AUG24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 21, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/168953 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""158453 Yeates Bart E Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7634/158453%20Yeates%20Bart%20E%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""168593 Bart Yeates Resolution Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7634/168593%20Bart%20Yeates%20Resolution%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/19/2025 12:29:42 PM Respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes and formal enforcement is not warranted. 5402 7581 165360 12/14/2024 12/13/2024 03/19/2025 Conner Edwards Spokane County Young Democrats Spokane County Young Democrats: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY24 DEC24) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Dismissed by Executive Director Political Committee - Democratic OtherThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 13, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Spokane County Young Democrats is a continuing committee that was active calendar year 2024. It reported spending $5,841 during 2024.
• On the final C-4 report filed for 2023, the Respondent reported having a balance of $114.94. On their first C-4 of 2024, the Respondent reported having a balance of $304.90. This is a difference of $190.04.
• C-4 reports submitted in 2024 were either partially, or entirely late. Additionally, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure details on various C-4 reports.
• A C-3 report submitted October 10, 2024, disclosed $1,000 in activity and was 30 days late.
• According to the Respondent, the majority of these issues are due to a combination of a large level of turnover in leadership due to the nature of their organization.
• The PAC has taken steps to ensure that they will be able to provide timely and accurate PDC reporting in the future.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). While PDC staff is not requiring that you address the allegations at this time, you are encouraged to bring your reporting into full compliance, particularly for political advertising for which reporting should include information about the quantities, run dates and which campaigns were supported or opposed.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
Allegation: Violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures (EY23 AUG24)
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Based on the attached findings, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755. Furthermore, any allegations regarding reports covering activity for May, 2020 through April, 2025 that are not otherwise addressed herein are hereby dismissed.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports for years 2020-2024 and timely amend their C-1pc report to include officer changes. In the future, PDC staff expect Washiongton State Progressive Caucus to 1) timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures; and 2) update their Political Committee Registration (C-1pc report) within ten days of any material changes in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded the committee about the importance of timely amending C-3 and C-4 reports within 21 days of original reports, whenever possible. PDC staff expect that, in the future, they will timely disclose the above information in accordance with PDC laws and rules or guidance.
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390-37-143 (Brief Adjudicative Proceeding Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW
42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-125 for: failure to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports
in question and the over mini limits issue during the 2024 election cycle. The statement of understanding
resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Joe Kunzler and Conner Edwards on January 27, 2025, and January 28, 2025, respectively. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to include debt owed of $2,400 or more on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
It appears that the Respondent was not initially aware of the requirement to include debt of $2,400 or more on his F-1 reports. Staff found no evidence that the omission of debts owed was done intentionally or otherwise meant to conceal personal financial information from the public.
The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.710 for failing to timely disclose debt owed of $2,400 or more on F-1 reports covering calendar years 2022 and 2023. The signed SOU resolves the allegations regarding RCW 42.17A.710 listed in this case.
In addition, PDC staff is reminding Joshua Binda about the importance of the timely submittal of F-1 reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173184
Dear Erik Gochnour:
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Erik Gochnour completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on May 30, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Delivered electronically to jeritaylorswade@gmail.com
Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173051
Dear Jeri Taylor-Swade:
On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Jeri Taylor-Swade completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on May 29, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
PERKES ROBERT H completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on May 29, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to timely file a F-1 report within two weeks of becoming a candidate, as required by law and issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The $150 penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Chris Villasenor completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 5, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Jeremy Grisham completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 2, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed Jan. 27, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by CCARE - A Committee of Concerned Advocates for Responsible Education during the 2024 and 2025 election years.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, CCARE is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure you timely and accurately report debt and expenditures in December 2024 and report vendors’ names for in-kind contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and debts. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting for calendar year 2024 and the February 2025 special election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. However, failure to comply with PDC requirements in the future may lead to enhanced enforcement action.
On October 24, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Dave Upthegrove (respondent), a candidate for Public Lands Commissioner in the 2024 election year, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately C-4 reports, including failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to properly report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that there were expenditures made by the respondent's campaign either to a vendor or consultant for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided.
Based on the above finding, the PDC staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to file C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his campaign, including for debt and for failure to properly report the purpose/details of the expenditures, as required by RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205.
Accordingly, the PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Failure to accurately disclose carryforward funds between calendar years and failure to include required expenditure detail does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation in this specific instance.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on November 6, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. In this instance, failure to timely file C-4 (expenditure) Reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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The staff's review found that the Respondent in this matter failed to timely provide/allow inspection of the books of account as required by the statutory scheme and issued a reminder.
Based on this determination and action by the PDC, staff determined that no other action was required and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.615 states, in part, that any lobbyist registered under RCW 42.17A.600 shall file electronically with the Commission monthly reports of the lobbyist's or person's lobbying activities. The monthly report (L-2) shall be filed within fifteen days after the last day of the calendar month covered by the report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the law. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting lobbying activities. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations in the complaint and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures when he transferred contributions from his 2022 race for State Representative to the 2024 race for State Senate.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On March 12,. 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Mark Stuart, a 2025 candidate for re-election to the office of Lake Washington School District Director (Respondent), Position 4, may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report).
The PDC staff found that the Respondent filed both the C-1 and F-1 reports on March 13, 2025, 14 days after the deadline.
Based on the above findings, the PDC staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, the staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate C-1 and F-1 reports.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Respondent failed to file a candidate registration within two weeks as required by the statute and issued a formal written warning letter.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After conducting a preliminary review and assessment of a complaint filed Jan. 2, 2025, by Kevin O'Sullivan concerning Washingtonians to Recall Inslee, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (also referred to as a Case Status Review), on April 4, 2025, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation contained in the complaint, including the evidence submitted with the complaint and determined that YVCOG violated RCW 42.17A.555 by advocating for a “yes vote” on the upcoming sales tax vote both on Facebook post and during the seat down “CogCast” episode with Sheriff Udell and issued a formal warning letter to YVCOG officials.
Based on the above determination, the PDC staff dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Robert W Wile completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 6, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Rob Jones was a candidate for County Commissioner for Grant County in election year 2024.
• The Respondent failed to timely file a Post General C-4 as required of a full reporting candidate that was participating in the 2024 election
• On November June 4, 2025, The Respondent filed a report covering the time period that would have been covered by the Post General C-4.
• On June 4, 2025, The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding acknowledging their violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
You completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the Post General Election C-4 report and not properly itemizing expenditures during the 2024 election campaign. This resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the election year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.710 An elected or appointed official is required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report with the PDC on or before April 15th each year, that discloses accurate personal financial information for themselves and their spouse or registered domestic partner, if any, for the preceding calendar year. If the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, the report is due on the next business day.
Background and Findings
In the years 2023 and 2024, you were a City Council Member for the City of Moses Lake.
You filed the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) for calendar year 2023 on May 31, 2024, making the report 34 days late.
The F-1 for calendar year 2024 was filed on April 29, 2025, 10 days late.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting for the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) report. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on December 12, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the candidate appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide inspection of the campaign's books of account does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
In accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, this constitutes a formal written warning concerning the requirement to comply with the requirement to make books of account available for inspection in the 10 days leading up to the date of an election they are participating in.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
Kristina Mitchell completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely or accurately file one or more C-4 reports with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) during the 2024 Primary and General Election.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2024 Primary Election and 2024 General Election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Reminder
PDC staff reminded Enterprise Washington about the importance of carefully assessing whether an effort qualifies as a reportable grassroots lobbying campaign in accordance with PDC statutes and rules. While it does not appear that, in this instance, Enterprise Washington's activities qualified as a reportable grassroots lobbying campaign, staff is encouraging Enterprise Washington to carefully review future efforts and to reach out if they have questions about the reportability of their activities. The absence of reference to specific legislation does not, in and of itself, disqualify a campaign from being grassroots lobbying. The legislative process is fluid, and proposals can take multiple shapes over the course of a session. If the intent of the campaign is to influence outcomes of that process by mobilizing the public, the campaign is subject to the grassroots lobbying reporting requirements.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) reviewed the complaint filed by Jim Lazar on February 9, 2025. The complaint alleged that Enterprise Washington may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register as a political committee and report its political advertising expenditures that allegedly encouraged the public to oppose increases in state spending.
However, the activities described in the complaint appeared to more closely resemble those of a grassroots lobbying campaign than those of a political committee sponsoring political advertising, which is limited to supporting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions in election campaigns. Therefore, based on the description of alleged violations, PDC staff reviewed the complaint as an allegation that Enterprise Washington may have violated RCW 42.17A.640 and WAC 390-20-125 by failing to timely register and report expenditures of a grassroots lobbying campaign that allegedly encouraged the public to influence the 2025-2027 budget as it was being created during the 2025 legislation session.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.640 requires persons to register and report as a sponsor of a grass roots lobbying campaign when the person’s expenditures exceed $1,500 in any one-month period or $3,000 in any three-month period in presenting a campaign to the public, a substantial portion of which is intended, designed, or calculated primarily to solicit, urge, or encourage the public to influence legislation.
WAC 390-20-125 makes PDC Form L-6 the official report for registration and reporting by sponsors of grass roots lobbying campaigns. The rule states that grass roots lobbying, also known as indirect lobbying, involves an appeal to the public to influence legislation in ways stated or implied by the sponsor of the grass roots lobbying campaign. The rule states that grass roots (indirect) lobbying is distinguished from direct lobbying of a legislator, state official, or state agency, which may require registration and reporting separately, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.600 and 42.17A.615.
Background and Findings
Complaint and Staff Findings
Response and Staff Findings
Summary
Enterprise Washington's effort did not include a “call to action” that would have clearly met the definition of grassroots lobbying by acting to “solicit, urge, or encourage the public to influence legislation.” Instead, the educational effort focused on the state’s recent budgeting history, comparing revenue growth to state spending in key areas. While some might perceive this educational effort as an implied “call to action,” PDC staff concluded the effort stopped short of encouraging intervention in the legislative process or addressing specific legislative priorities.
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Ric Lewis completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 6, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Hunter Downe Henderson (the “Respondent”) received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, especially during time sensitive periods preceding an election in which he is participating. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the available evidence, it appears that Edmonds Can Do Better has remained under the limits applicable to the mini reporting option selected upon registration. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.700 requires a candidate to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The F-1 must disclose personal financial information for themselves and their spouse or registered domestic partner, if any, for the twelve months preceding candidacy.
Background and Findings
Sharon Gold first registered with the PDC as a candidate for the Franklin Pierce School Board on April 2, 2025. Under RCW 42.17A.700, Gold was required to file an F-1 report with the PDC on or before April 16, 2025. Gold filed the F-1 report on May 4, 2025. The report was filed 18 days late.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined Sharon Gold appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely filing the F-1. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
If you have questions, contact Alice Fiman at toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Electronically signed by Alice Fiman
Alice Fiman
Compliance Officer
Endorsed by,
Electronically signed by Kim Bradford
Kim Bradford
Deputy Director
For Peter Frey Lavallee
Executive Director
Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173173
Dear Dale M. Putnam:
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Dale M. Putnam completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 2, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Scott Aldridge on May 21, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures; and RCW 42.17A.335 for sponsoring political advertising containing a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office in the 2025 election.
Applicable Laws and Rules
A candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1 report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $200 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates).
Per RCW 42.17A.240(9)(a) the name and address of any person and the amount owed for any debt with a value of more than one-thousand dollars that has not been paid for any invoices submitted, goods received, or services performed, within five business days during the period within thirty days before an election, or within ten business days during any other period, shall be reported.
For guidance related to the re-use of campaign yard signs, see our website: https://pdc.wa.gov/news/2024/attention-campaigns-and-committees-make-sure-youre-following-updated-rules-yard-signs
RCW 42.17A.335 in part states, (1) It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances:
(a) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office; (b) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent; (c) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that makes either directly or indirectly, a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement. (2) For the purposes of this section, ""libel or defamation per se"" means statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in his, her, or its business or occupation.
Political advertising, as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(40), includes any advertising displays, newspaper ads, billboards, signs, brochures, articles, tabloids, flyers, letters, radio or television presentations, digital communication, or other means of mass communication, used for the purpose of appealing, directly or indirectly, for votes or for financial or other support or opposition in any election campaign.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
PDC staff has determined that there is not sufficient evidence in this matter of a violation that warrants further proceedings.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose obligations and the quantity of printed materials. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of obligations, contributions, and expenditures. The Commission will consider a formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/173368 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""173368 Conrad Lee Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7974/173368%20Conrad%20Lee%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""173368 Conrad Lee Resonse.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7974/173368%20Conrad%20Lee%20Resonse.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""173368 Conrad Lee Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7974/173368%20Conrad%20Lee%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 08/19/2025 12:12:54 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5464 7646 169347 08/16/2024 08/16/2024 05/02/2025 Conner Edwards Nicolas Dunning Nicolas Dunning: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023. (AUG24 EY23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Candidate - Local "PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found: Nicolas Dunning completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on March 31, 2025, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240. The Statement of Understanding resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/169347 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""169347 Dunning Nicolas Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7646/169347%20Dunning%20Nicolas%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""169347 Dunning Nicolas Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169347 Nicolas Dunning BAP Hearing Notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7646/169347%20Nicolas%20Dunning%20BAP%20Hearing%20Notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""169347 Nicolas Dunning BAP Hearing Notice"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169347 Nicolas Dunning SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7646/169347%20Nicolas%20Dunning%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""169347 Nicolas Dunning SOU"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/02/2025 09:14:19 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5465 7681 170577 04/07/2025 04/07/2025 09/11/2025 Conner Edwards ABetterRichland A Better Richland: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & .320 for failure to timely & accurately file expenditure reports; & failure to include sponsor identification on website (EY24-25; APR25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Local Issue "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 7, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditure reports in the 2024 and 2025 election years and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on A Better Richland’s website.
Applicable Laws and Rules
· RCW 42.17A.235 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with commission a report of all contributions received, and expenditures made as a political committee on the next reporting date pursuant to the timeline established in the statute.
· RCW 42.17A.240 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with the commission a report including/depicting the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions during the period, together with the money value and date of contribution and the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign, or in the case of a continuing political committee, the current calendar year.
· RCW 42.17A.320 requires that committee websites include the Top 5 contributors and sponsor identification information/language required by the statute.
Background and Findings
· The complaint alleged that A Better Richland (officially registered with the PDC as “Abetterrichland”) (The Committee), a continuing committee, failed to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditures reports in the 2024 and 2025 election years, including the failure to include a list of Top 5 donors to The Committee.
· Staff noted that The Committee failed to timely and accurately file the February 2025 C-4 report that was due no later than March 10, 2025. The February 2025 C-4 report was filed 28 days late on April 7, 2025. Additionally, the staff reviewed the allegation regarding the $5,700 in-kind contribution for legal services fee as a possible debt that should have been reported earlier and found no evidence to support it.
· For the allegation(s) pertaining to election year 2024, the staff reviewed the allegation regarding the lack of and/or inadequate expenditure detail/descriptions and noted that there were some expenditures and/or in-kind contributions made by The Committee for which a more detailed description of the vendor and subvendor should have been provided. For example, The Committee failed to include the address and names of certain subvendors. The Committee also failed to fully describe/include the complete run dates and breakdown of political ads placed/aired at local stations, such as the payment to Town Square Media for $1,100 on September 9, 2024, and the quantity of fliers and postcards printed for the expenditure made to Minuteman Press for $4,362.95 on September 10, 2024.
· Lastly, regarding the allegation related to The Committee’s website not containing a list of the Top 5 contributors to The Committee, the staff noted that The Committee failed to include the Top 5 contributors required by the statutory scheme. The staff also noted that The Committee’s website failed to include the required sponsor identification language “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by,” including the address of the committee/sponsor.
· On July 16, 2025, The Committee amended the pertinent C-4 report(s) at issue in this matter to better depict the expenditures made by The Committee in 2024. Additionally, on or about September 8, 2025, The Committee also added the Top 5 contributors and the “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by” language on its website.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the C-4 reports at issue in the matter and to list Top 5 contributors on The Committee’s website do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to file timely and accurate C-4 reports and for the failure to include the Top 5 contributors/sponsor identification language on The Committee’s website. The PDC staff expects The Committee to file timely and accurate C-4 reports and maintain a list of Top 5 contributors/sponsor identification language on its website in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by The Committee for the 2024 election year and the 2025 primary election cycle that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Shari Ann Snelling completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 4, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Shura Grigorenko completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 9, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent, Marwan Cameron, was a full reporting candidate for City Council Member for City of Bremerton participating in the 2023 election.
• The Respondent failed to timely file their 21 day and 7 day pre-general C-4 report.
• The Respondent filed their C-4 report covering the 21 day and 7 day pre-general period as well as the post general C-4 on November 28, 2023.
• This C-4 report disclosed $4,890.00 that was filed late.
• The Respondent does not have prior violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects that you will timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for election year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Susan (Soosi) Day completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 6, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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It appears that the message to vote in support of Burien’s Initiative Measure No. 1 was only posted to the Respondent’s personal Facebook page. Further, the Respondent purposely waited to post any additional information regarding the outcome of the February 11, 2025, election until after ballots could no longer be cast.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent about the general prohibition against the use of public facilities or resources to support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure. It is staff’s opinion that the posts Garcia made regarding support of a local initiative to his councilmember Facebook page were not a violation in this instance only because they were posted after the date of the election. Staff expects the Respondent to adhere to PDC statutes and rules regarding the use of public facilities in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Citizens for Progress in Education completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely or accurately file one or more C-3 and C-4 reports with the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) during the February 2025 Special Election.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding Citizens for Progress in Education reporting for the February 2025 Special Election that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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On January 31, 2025, PDC staff contacted Outwest Printing. After receiving clarification from PDC staff regarding commercial advertiser books-of-account requirements, the company responded to the complainant on April 16, 2025, offering in-person inspection of the records.
PDC staff have issued a reminder to Outwest Printing about providing timely inspection of its commercial advertiser books of account.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation and the attached exhibit to support the alleged violation and found that the Respondent in this matter failed to include the statutorily required sponsor identification on political advertising in question/at issue in this matter. Based on this finding, staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent regarding the importance of including the proper sponsor identification information in all future political advertising.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Jessica Smith completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. In this instance, the allegations in the complaint do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to provide complete personal financial affairs details on the F-1 report and for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on October 27, 2023 and November 1, 2023. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Joseph Romero was a full reporting candidate for School Director for Puyallup School District in election year 2023.
• The Respondent failed to timely file their 21 day and 7 day pre-general C-4 report
• The Respondent filed their C-4 report covering the 21 day and 7 day pre-general period as well as the post general C-4 on November 19, 2023.
• This C-4 report disclosed $3,507.14 that was filed late.
• The Respondent does not have prior violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for election year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173162
Dear Angela D Hollis:
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Angela D Hollis completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 10, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
If you have questions, you may contact PDC Staff at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Shelley Warnock
Compliance Coordinator
Endorsed by:
Kim Bradford
Deputy Director
For Peter Lavallee
Executive Director
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
John M Adkins completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 6, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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LALLAS JOHN G completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 5, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The first complaint alleged 1) a discrepancy between the Respondent’s ending balance for 2024 and beginning balance for 2025; 2) failure to file reports based on the accelerated reporting schedule for 2024 and 2025 election participation; and 3) late reporting. Specifically, Mr. Edwards (the “Complainant”) alleged that 1) monthly C-4 reports for January and April of 2025 and a C-3 report for 4/30/25 were filed late; and 2) the vendor’s address was missing from an April 2025 expenditure. The second complaint alleged the Respondent failed to file a 21-day pre-Primary C-4 report for 2025. The third complaint added allegations of 1) a late C-3 report for 6/30/25; and 3) failure to file a 7-day pre-Primary C-4 report for 2025. As evidence of election participation, the Complainant provided a printout of PDC records showing that 2025 candidates Michelle Caldier and Tina Orwall reported they had received contributions from the Respondent committee.
Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $600 civil penalty on November 19, 2025 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file the 21-Day pre-Primary, 21-day pre-General, 7-day pre-General, and December C-4 reports for election year 2024. The $600 penalty assessed resolves the allegations concerning these late reports.
In addition, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures on C-3 reports in 2024 and 2025, C-4 reports for 2025, and the remaining C-4 reports for 2024 that were not resolved under the aforementioned SOU. PDC staff expect the committee to timely and accurately file required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made a minor or ministerial error on a required C-4 report, which did not materially harm the public interest. The committee made the necessary technical correction to amend their committee’s carryforward starting balance for 2025 to match their ending balance for 2024 within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
PDC staff reminded the committee about the importance of including complete expenditure description details on C-4 reports, including vendor address, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Robert M. Stanley completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 5, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Linda Roberts completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 5, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 15, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• David Skaug was a candidate for City Council in City of Moses Lake under full reporting in election year 2023.
• In PDC case 150283, the Respondent was found in violation for failure to file a pre-primary election expenditure report.
• The Respondent subsequently filed that report, but apparent reporting errors caused that report to show a negative balance of $733.87. Additionally, the Respondent failed to provide complete expenditure details.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff urge you to bring your reporting into full compliance by correcting the negative balance and providing additional detail for political advertising expenditures such as quantities and run dates.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for calendar year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Respondent filed a new registration as a new committee and filed reports under this committee in error. This required IT intervention to correct. PDC Staff was in communication with the Respondent throughout this process. As things were corrected in the PDC system, the Respondent worked to file amendments to correct reporting errors as well as filing or refiling reports to the correct committee with guidance from staff.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On December 6, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Richard Brocksmith (Respondent), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. However, the staff determined that the Respondent made minor or ministerial errors which did not materially impact the public interest but needed to be corrected for the report to be in full compliance with the requirements of the chapter.
Based on the above finding, staff resolved this matter as a technical correction pursuant to RCW 42.17 A.755 and WAC 390-37-060 and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g., run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.490, (1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, a candidate for public office or the candidate's authorized committee may not use or permit the use of contributions, whether or not surplus, solicited for or received by the candidate or the candidate's authorized committee to further the candidacy of the individual for an office other than the office designated on the statement of organization. A contribution solicited for or received on behalf of the candidate is considered solicited or received for the candidacy for which the individual is then a candidate if the contribution is solicited or received before the general election for which the candidate is a nominee or is unopposed. (2) With the written approval of the contributor, a candidate or the candidate's authorized committee may use or permit the use of contributions, whether or not surplus, solicited for or received by the candidate or the candidate's authorized committee from that contributor to further the candidacy of the individual for an office other than the office designated on the statement of organization. If the contributor does not approve the use of his or her contribution to further the candidacy of the individual for an office other than the office designated on the statement of organization at the time of the contribution, the contribution must be considered surplus funds and disposed of in accordance with RCW 42.17A.430. Also see PDC Interpretation No. 23-01.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of accurately reporting vendor name and address for in-kind contributions. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/172489 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""172489 Jeralee Anderson Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7711/172489%20Jeralee%20Anderson%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""172489 Jeralee Anderson Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7711/172489%20Jeralee%20Anderson%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/11/2025 12:45:12 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5490 7722 172676 05/21/2025 05/20/2025 06/05/2025 Conner Edwards West Pierce Fire Fighters Local 1488 - Political Committee West Pierce Fire Fighters Local 1488 - Political Committee: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclosure contributions and expenditures on reports (EY25 MAY25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - UnionThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
The West Pierce Fire Fighters Local 1488 PAC is a Continuing Committee registered under the Full Reporting option. The most recent C-1pc was submitted on February 2, 2024.
The Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) report for the period April 1 to April 30, 2025 was due on May 12, 2025, and filed 7 days late on May 19, 2025. The C-4 report disclosed $1,750.26 in contributions received that were otherwise reported timely on the corresponding Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) report. The C-4 for the period September 1 to October 16, 2023, failed to include the required quantity for yard signs purchased and otherwise reported timely. Following being notified about the missing information, the Committee amended the C-4 report on June 5, 2025.
The Respondent has not other similar Warnings or Violations.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely and complete reporting on the C-3 and C-4 reports. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report expenditures, specifically yard signs, door hangers (literature), and Meet & Greet “signs.” The day after we received the complaint, and before we notified the committee of its receipt, the committee timely filed its March C-4 report and disclosed the door hanger expenditure; as a result, that allegation was dismissed. A case was opened to inquire about the yard signs and confirm whether the posters or flyers that appeared on the March report were for the Meet & Greet event.
Based on the attached findings, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears that although the Committee used an inaccurate carry forward for the January 2024 C-4 report, the $25,000 discrepancy was timely reported by the PAC receiving the contribution and was made outside of any accelerated election related reporting schedule. Staff found no evidence that the inaccuracy was done intentionally or otherwise meant to conceal campaign activity from the public.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file the January 2024 C-4 report by February 12, 2024. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for calendar year 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Nathan Brown III completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 11, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on October 27, 2023 and November 2, 2023. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects that you will timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for election year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Dave Hornung completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on May 30, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Julie Farinas Cope completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 12, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Joshua M. Pratt completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Sukhwant Singh Gill completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 10, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On May 6, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint from Conner Edwards alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have failed to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditures reports.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated RCW 42.17A. However, after consideration of all the circumstances further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the law.
Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and issued a formal reminder to the Respondent in this matter regarding the importance of timely and accurately reporting contributions and expenditures in the future.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
CHARLOTTE MURRY completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Bob Brown on November 22, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for improper use of public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure in election year 2024.
It appears that the District acted in good faith when determining what type of event Rep. Duerr was planning for October 15, 2024, believing it was a legislative event. the District followed its normal practice and did not charge a fee as would have been the case had it been treated as a campaign event instead. Staff found no evidence that the District purposely violated RCW 42.17A.555.
The District completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of district facilities for the purpose of opposing ballot measure I-2109. The signed SOU resolves the allegations listed in this case.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
CHRISTOPHER C GROVER completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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REYNAGA ISIDRO C completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Dustin Swartz completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Darcey J Peterson completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Floyd J Rogalski completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025,] and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
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The complaints filed in this case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to timely and accurately disclose financial assets, real estate, and business associations and/or ownership on an F-1 report. Specifically, the first complaint alleged that Julie Hsieh (the “Respondent”) omitted the following information from her F-1 report: 1) the assets her spouse, David Figatner, held with Fidelity Investments; and 2) business associations she and her spouse had with Yopey Yopey LLC. The second complaint alleged that she omitted the following information from her F-1 report: 1) her business association with Hsieh Investments Washington III, LLC; and 2) real property (real estate) in Washington purchased by Hsieh Investments Washington III, LLC. The complaint also alleged that she misreported real property (real estate) in Washington that is owned by Hsieh Investments Texas, L.P.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose the required information on her candidate F-1 report. PDC staff expects the Respondent to timely and accurately disclose all required financial information on the F-1 report should she choose to run for office again in the future, and annually, if she is elected to office. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Owen Blauman completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Robert Rohrick, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for Skamania County Fire District No. 4, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Rohrick violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $1,000 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer that has three PDC violations in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173181
Dear Edeline Llewellyn Reclusado:
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Edeline Llewellyn Reclusado completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on May 30, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
THOMAS A. CROWSON completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Louis Bernard completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 18, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
John Piontkowski completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Matthew A Hepner completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Pamela McLeod completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 for failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Affairs Financial Statement (F-1 report) within two weeks of becoming a 2025 candidate, which Mr. Villella alleged may have occurred as early as February 18, 2025 based on the date of the domain name registration for Erika Evans' candidate website. The complaint also alleged that the campaign's expenditures for the domain name, website hosting (e.g. WordPress), and professional photography may have been sufficient to require the submission of a February C-4 report by March 10, 2025, the absence of which would violate RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
Based on the attached findings, Erika Evans (the “Respondent”) was a candidate as of February 26, 2025 and both the C-1 and F-1 reports were therefore due to be filed no later than March 12, 2025. The Respondent's C-1 report was timely submitted but her F-1 report, which was filed on March 17, 2025, was five days late.
Noncompliance regarding the late F-1 report appears to be the result of a good-faith error, omission or misunderstanding. Mitigating factors include her status as a first-time candidate, and the minimal impact of noncompliance on the public.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement. PDC staff expects her to timely file the required (candidate) F-1 report should she choose to run for office again in the future, and the F-1 report annually, if she is elected to office. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminding the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate within two weeks in the future, in accordance with PDC laws and rules, if she makes a public declaration of candidacy, accepts contributions, makes an expenditure or incurs debt.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint also alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for inaccurate or incomplete reporting based on the existence of two February C-4 reports for the committee which allegedly contained different beginning and ending balances. However, PDC staff learned that the existence of two C-4 reports for February, 2025 was the result of there being a prior committee that registered in 2023 and concluded its activities on February 15, 2025, and the registration of a new committee, by the same name, on February 15, 2025. There was no discrepancy in the dollar amounts reported for the closed committee’s ending balance and the new committee’s beginning balance. As a result, the allegation concerning .235 and .240 is dismissed.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.005(40) defines ""political advertising"" to include “digital communication, or other means of mass communication, used for the purpose of appealing, directly or indirectly, for votes or for financial or other support or opposition in any election campaign.” WAC 390-05-290 specifically identifies “internet websites” as a form of “mass communication.”
RCW 42.17A.005(47)(a) defines a “sponsor” to mean the person[1] paying for the advertising.
Per RCW 42.17A.320(1), all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, must include the sponsor’s name and address, and WAC 390-18-010(2) states “all advertising must clearly state…that it has been paid for by the sponsor.”
Background and Findings
South Kitsap School Supporters (the “Respondent”) had two registered committees during election year 2025:
The Respondent has a website https://southkitsapschoolsupporters.com/ which contains 1) a statement indicating it is “dedicated to [the] passage of bonds and levies for the South Kitsap School District;” 2) a link to the school district’s webpage regarding its most recent levy, Prop. 1 (which passed in the February 11, 2025 Special Election); and 3) a “Make a Contribution” page. The website also contains a “Bonds vs. Levies” page that specifically mentions the school district, and a “Contact Us” page that asks the reader whether they want to get involved, endorse the campaign or volunteer.
On June 2, 2025, the Respondent emailed PDC staff and said their plans had changed and they would not be participating in the 2025 Primary Election. They also stated the committee has not made any expenditures in 2025[2] and thus falls below the $750 reporting threshold but would file reports because they strive for full transparency with the public, regardless of reporting thresholds.
The Respondent added “Paid for by” language to their website on June 3, 2025.
On June 3, 2025, the Respondent provided a written response to the complaint and indicated the following:
The committee does not have any warnings[3]/violations of RCW 42.17A.320 regarding sponsor ID.
Summary and Resolution
Noncompliance appears to be the result of a good-faith misunderstanding regarding what constitutes political advertising and therefore requires complete sponsor identification. However, the missing “Paid for by” language on the Respondent’s website is mitigated by the fact that their identity was obvious, as evidenced by the presence of their name, address, and other content. There also did not appear to be any intent to deceive the public, and the public was not deprived of the Respondent’s identity, which are mitigating factors.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of including full sponsor ID language on their website in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
[1] Person"" includes “an individual, partnership, joint venture, public or private corporation, association, federal, state, or local governmental entity or agency however constituted, candidate, committee, political committee, political party, executive committee thereof, or any other organization or group of persons, however organized.” RCW 42.17A.005(39).
[2] The committee timely reported their $24.20 domain name renewal & $52.46 WordPress renewal as non-itemized expenditures on their November and December 2024 C-4 reports.
[3] The committee previously received a Warning letter for a case involving activity pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & .240.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot proposition includes the sponsor's name and address.
Background and Findings
Janet Ho's candidacy is for City Of Tukwila Council Member, Position 7. She filed a PDC Candidate Registration on November 20, 2024. for the Full Reporting option.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Rose Scattergood completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Tanissa Lovan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Jennifer Puckett completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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John Morrissey completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 17, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on May 16, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to file timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports and lack of proper description/details related to missing sub-vendor information.
Applicable Laws and Rules
· RCW 42.17A.235 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with commission a report of all contributions received, and expenditures made on the next reporting date pursuant to the timeline established in the statute.
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· RCW 42.17A.240: requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with the commission a report including/depicting the contributor’s occupation and the employer’s name and address.
Background and Findings
· The complaint alleged that Yes! Whatcom Libraries Levy Lid Lift Sponsored by Whatcom County Library Foundation (The Committee), a single-election year committee in the 2025 election year, failed to timely and accurately file contributions (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports.
· Staff noted that The Committee failed to timely file the December 2024 C-3 report for the $10,000 contribution received from Whatcom County Library Foundation on December 23, 2024. This report was required to be filed no later than January 10, 2025, and was filed approximately 49 days late on February 28, 2025. However, in reviewing this complaint, staff noted that The Committee had reached out to the PDC staff on November 26, 2024, looking for direction/guidance on how to properly file the required reports, which they had failed to file going back a few election cycles.
· According to the email from Christine Perkins on behalf of The Committee on November 26, 2024, The Committee was active in 2021 and 2022 in support of two propositions but failed to “reach a supermajority (by 26 votes) in 2021 and tried again in 2022 and again came short of the supermajority.” According to Ms. Perkins, The Committee disbanded shortly thereafter but failed to finish its reporting. As such, when The Committee was revived again during the 2025 election year/cycle, it had to retroactively file all the required reports for 2022-2024.
· Regarding the allegation about inadequate expenditure description for the 2025 election year, the staff noted that The Committee should have provided a description/identity of the sub-vendor paid by The Committee for “Website Expenses” disclosed in the April 2025 C-4 report to include the name and address of the sub-vendor.
· In its response to the complaint, The Committee, by way of Christine Perkins, stated: “At the time I made the deposit in question, I thought I understood what I needed to do. Unfortunately, when I went to record the deposit online, I ran into difficulty. I had several more back and forth exchanges with the PDC and was eventually able to record the deposit correctly. The second item concerns a C4 which shows an expense payment reimbursing a committee member for website hosting fees. Unfortunately, we missed checking the box that says there was a secondary vendor. As soon as this discrepancy was pointed out to us, she updated the expense information and amended the C4. I believe this error has been corrected.”
· On July 24, 2025, The Committee amended its April 2025 C-4 report to include the name and address of the sub-vendor associated with the April 1, 2025, expenditure for “Website Expenses.”
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the required C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. The Committee was proactively taking steps to catch up on its reporting at the time the complaint was filed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and/or accurately reports covering several years of activity. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by The Committee for the 2022-2024 election years, and the 2025 primary election cycle that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following
Matthew Mullvain completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 17, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Larry Hiebert completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 12, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Cascade Party of Washington received a formal written warning concerning its failure to initially file a complete political committee registration, for not including the name of its sponsor on its initial committee registration, and for late-filed reports of contributions and expenditures that needed more detailed expenditure descriptions. PDC staff expects that Cascade Party of Washington will file timely, complete reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) reviewed the three complaints filed by Conner Edwards on Nov. 13, 2024; April 1, 2025; and April 25, 2025, alleging that Cascade Party of Washington (CPW) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to timely and properly register and report its activities as a minor political party that is also a political committee. The complaints made the following allegations:
Complaint 1, filed Nov. 13, 2024
Complaint 2, filed April 1, 2025
Complaint 3, filed April 25, 2025
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.005(6) ""Bona fide political party"" includes:
(a) An organization that has been recognized as a minor political party by the secretary of state.
RCW 42.17A.005(12) ""Committee"" unless the context indicates otherwise, includes a political committee such as a candidate, ballot proposition, recall, political, or continuing political committee.
RCW 42.17A.005(39) ""Person"" includes an individual, partnership, joint venture, public or private corporation, association, federal, state, or local governmental entity or agency however constituted, candidate, committee, political committee, political party, executive committee thereof, or any other organization or group of persons, however organized. (Emphasis added)
RCW 42.17A.005(41) ""Political committee"" means any person (except a candidate or an individual dealing with the candidate's or individual's own funds or property) having the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition.
RCW 42.17A.005(14) ""Continuing political committee"" means a political committee that is an organization of continuing existence not limited to participation in any particular election campaign or election cycle.
Findings
CPW’s Response to Complaints 1 and 2
CPW’s Response to Complaint 3
PDC Staff Response and Comments
Characterization of and Reporting Requirements for Cascade Party of Washington
Summary
Cascade Party of Washington did not initially include all officers on its committee registration or include the name of its sponsor in its political committee name and filed a limited number of C-4 Reports of Contributions and expenditures late, which for some reports needed more detailed expenditure descriptions. Mitigating factors include online registration and reporting issues experienced while CPW was working to meet the requirements of the Washington Secretary of State to become a bona fide political party and the fact that Cascade Party of Washington did not support or oppose candidates during the 2024 elections. In addition, CPW filed the missing reports, amended reports with more detailed expenditure descriptions and received additional contributions and refunded contributions such that the committee was no longer a sponsored committee. Also, the party’s Treasurer worked cooperatively with PDC staff to amend the committee’s registration and file amended reports of contributions and expenditures.
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The complaints alleged that Sequim City Council officials may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using facilities of the City of Sequim for the promotion of two Sequim School District ballot propositions on the February 11, 2025 ballot, as follows:
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition. However, this prohibition does not apply to:
(1) Action taken at an open public meeting by members of an elected legislative body … to express a collective decision, or to actually vote upon a motion, proposal, resolution, order, or ordinance, or to support or oppose a ballot proposition so long as (a) any required notice of the meeting includes the title and number of the ballot proposition, and (b) members of the legislative body … or members of the public are afforded an approximately equal opportunity for the expression of an opposing view.
Findings
Under RCW 42.17A.555(1)The City Council was allowed to take “action taken at an open public meeting by members of an elected legislative body … to express a collective decision, or to actually vote upon a motion, proposal, resolution, order, or ordinance, or to support or oppose a ballot proposition so long as (a) any required notice of the meeting includes the title and number of the ballot proposition, and (b) members of the legislative body … or members of the public are afforded an approximately equal opportunity for the expression of an opposing view.” The Council complied with the terms of this exception to RCW 42.17A.555.
In the view of PDC staff, the exception in RCW 42.17A.555(1) applies to the officials of the City of Sequim without regard to the city’s adopted Rules of Procedure.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Samuel W Patrick completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 13, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The hearing concerned allegations that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely disclose $5,025 in contributions and $1,073,669.17 in total expenditures on a 7-day Pre-General C-4 report, submitted 15 days late on November 13, 2024, after the 2024 General Election. The Respondent is also alleged to have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-205 by failing to timely disclose the required subvendor information on the 21-day Pre-General C-4 report and the 7-day Pre-General C-4 report. The Respondent further violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-037(1) by failing to timely disclose the specific ballot measure opposed by each expenditure made by the Committee during the 2024 election including all but one in-kind contribution during the month of June 2024, and expenditures made in July, August, September, October, and November, 2024.
The parties jointly submitted a signed Stipulation as to Facts, Violations, and Penalties (Stipulation). The Respondent took responsibility and asked the Commission to accept the Stipulation. The Commission voted 4-0 to accept the Stipulation as submitted.
Based upon the stipulated Findings of Fact and the Commission’s Conclusions of Law, the Commission accepts the agreed Stipulation of the parties as to Facts, Violations, and Penalties and orders that:
1. The Respondent pay an aggregate civil penalty of $20,000 for all the violations with $10,000 suspended on the following conditions:
a. The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($10,000) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
b. If the Respondent fails to make timely payment of the non-suspended portion of the penalty, the total civil penalty of $20,000 shall immediately become due and the matter may be sent to collection or brought to Superior Court as allowed by law without further action by the Commission.
c. The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Nancy Conard completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 14, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Haley Larson completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 14, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On May 28, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which were due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Dana Tan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 18, 2025 and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Wendy Williams-Gilbert completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 18, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot proposition includes the sponsor's name and address. Previously, campaign yard signs 4 feet by 8 feet or smaller were not required to include sponsor identification. The Washington State Legislature removed that exemption by passing House Bill 2032 in 2024. In 2024, the PDC granted a one-time exemption to yard signs printed prior to the effective date of the law. Starting in 2025, all yard signs, regardless of when they were printed, must have sponsor identification.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. However, after consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the law. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and the PDC staff issued a reminder to the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future.
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Kayla R. MacIntosh completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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William ""Bill"" Jenkin completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 14, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
FRANK A. LYALL completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 20, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures. PDC staff expects you to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for the preceding twelve months, which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Jessica Johnston completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 5, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 16, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failing to timely and accurately file a
Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) report.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 & .240, a committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1 report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Per RCW 42.17A.240(7), the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate amount of more than two hundred dollars during the period covered by this report, the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure, and the total sum of all expenditures. RCW 42.17A.240(9)(a) additionally states, the name and address of any person and the amount owed for any debt with a value of more than one thousand dollars that has not been paid for any invoices submitted, goods received, or services performed, within five business days during the period within thirty days before an election, or within ten business days during any other period.
Background and Findings
• SEIU 775 Ballot Fund PAC is a Continuing Committee under the Full Reporting option.
• The PAC is a client of Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP, receiving ongoing legal services for multiple matters including legal services about PDC case 166613. The Respondent stated that the law firm invoiced SEIU 775 for work on Ballot Fund PAC matters pertaining to case 166613 on February 28, 2025, for $872.50, and on March 31, 2025, for $60. The total invoiced costs were less than $1,000.
• SEIU 775 paid a total of $932.50 to Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP, on May 28, 2025, and timely reported the expenditures on their June 6, 2025, Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) report.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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John S. Mishasek completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 9, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 21, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures.
Applicable Laws and Rules
• RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
• RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees to file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
• Josh Kurcinka was a candidate running for City Council Member for City of Kenmore in the 2023 election. He was a first-time candidate and did not win the election.
• The Respondent’s final C-4 report indicated a negative balance of $624.39.
• The Respondent amended his reports to remove a duplicate expenditure and to report the deposit of a loan made by the candidate.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that there is evidence of a violation of RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at the January 23, 2025, Commission meeting, this matter is being dismissed in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
You are encouraged to bring your reporting into full compliance, particularly regarding properly reporting in kind contributions which may account for the negative balance on the final C-4 report.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for election year 2023 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future, and failure to do so could lead to enforcement action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner
Edwards on April 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to
file a complete committee registration; (2) RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010 for incomplete
sponsor identification on a political advertisement (POLAD); and (3) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for
failure to timely report a contribution in election year 2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.205 requires every political committee to register with the PDC by filing a Committee
Registration (C-1pc report) within two weeks of organization or the date it first has the
expectation of receiving contributions of making expenditures in any election campaign, whichever
is earlier. Any material change to the information disclosed on the C-1pc report should be reported
to the PDC within 10 days of the change. The statement of organization shall include:
(b)The names, addresses, and electronic contact information of all related or affiliated committees
or other persons, and the nature of the relationship or affiliation;
(c) The names, addresses, and titles of its officers; or if it has no officers, the names,
addresses, and titles of its responsible leaders;
(d) The name, address, and electronic contact information of its treasurer and depository.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot
proposition includes the sponsor's name and address. WAC 390-18-010 indicates that all advertising
must clearly state that it has been paid for by the sponsor.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240, a committee that selects the Full Reporting option on
its Committee Registration (C-1pc) report is required to report contributions and expenditures to
the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts
& Expenditures reports (C-4 reports). The due dates for these reports are based upon the election
cycle, the committee’s election participation, and its financial activity.
Background and Findings
• The Committee first registered an exempt account in May 2018 and continues to be a registered
Bonafide Committee under the Full Reporting option.
• Prior to April 1, 2025, the day the complaint was filed, the Committee’s PDC registration named
Shaina Langley, Chair; Charles Adkins, Treasurer; and Jacob Read, Ministerial Treasurer and
Compliance Consultant, as officers of the Committee. Following the complaint, and upon inquiry by
PDC staff, the Committee reviewed statutory requirements and determined that Josh Brunner should be
listed as the Vice Chair and updated the registration on April 30, 2025.
• The Committee has a website at https://www.38thlddemocrats.com/about. Prior to the complaint,
the website clearly showed the Committee’s name, Executive Board to include contact information for
the Chair, Vice Chairs, Treasurer, and Secretary, and the address and general contact information
for the Committee. The website did however not include the term “Paid for By” as required for
complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The website was updated on April 21,
2025, to include the required terminology to bring the site into compliance.
• Per the complaint, a contribution of $2,500, received on January 24, 2025, and deposited on
January 30, 2025, was reported 37 days late on March 18, 2025. The contribution should have
been reported by February 10, 2025.
• The Committee has no prior warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
The Committee worked effectively and promptly with PDC staff to remedy the issues outlined in the
complaint. Officers explained the late reporting of the $2,500 contribution as the “result of a
lapse in our standard operating procedures. The errors that resulted in the lapse and delayed
report have been corrected and will not impact our future reports. We apologize for the late report
of this deposit.”
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have
occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further
proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive
director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on
its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred,
but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or
rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The Committee’s failure to timely
file a C-3 report, include the Vice Chair on the C-1 report, and include the words “Paid for By” as
part of the sponsor identification on their website does not amount to a violation that warrants
further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning
failure to timely disclose a contribution, update the C-1 with Committee officer information, and
include complete sponsor identification on the Committee’s website. The formal written warning will
include staff’s expectation that you, in the future, follow all applicable requirements related to
reporting of contributions and expenditures and sponsor identification on a website. The Commission
will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are
future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Dave
Churchman on April 3, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 and WAC 390-24 for
failure to accurately report required information on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure
(F-1).
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.700, elected and appointed officials are required to file a Personal
Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) on or about April 15th of each year, disclosing financial
activity for the official and their spouse or domestic partner for the preceding calendar year.
Per RCW 42.17A.710 , the content of the F-1 report includes, but is not limited to, the following
information for the filer and their spouse or registered domestic partner:
• income of $2,400 or more;
• financial assets and interest income (bank and savings accounts and insurance policies greater
than $24,000 and investments greater than $2,400);
• Washington State real estate valued at more than $12,000;
• debt of $2,400 or more; and
• business associations and organizational interests (e.g. ownership, serving as an officer,
director or general partner)
WAC 390-24 outlines requirements for reporting financial affairs by candidates and officials.
Background and Findings
• You ran for the Puyallup City Council in 2021, won the election, and have served as a City
Council Member for the 2022 to 2025 term. In 2024, you were selected by Council to serve as Deputy
Mayor for 2024 – 2025.
• Upon review of the F-1, PDC staff found there were material differences reported by you between
reports filed for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Staff confirmed the following:
o A Small Business Administration (SBA) loan, related to COVID relief, was not reported as
required.
o You and your wife, Melinda King, own Dennis and Melinda King Real Estate, LLC, as a holding
company for a property at 1111/1113 Meridian, Puyallup. The property was reported under Business
Associations for 2021, but the LLC was not reported. In 2022, 2023 and 2024, you reported the
property as Real Estate and again did not report the LLC as a business association nor any income
derived from the property. There was no debt reported associated with the 1111/1113 Meridian
property in 2021, 2023 or 2024, but in 2022 there was a mortgage reported for the property.
o There was a HELOC and car loan reported in 2022 that was not carried forward in 2023 or 2024.
o Dennis King Home Team, LLC., was reported as a business association in 2022 & 2024 but not in
2023. There was no income reported for the LLC.
• Staff confirmed that Melinda King, your spouse, only had earned income from a co-owned business,
Skate Tiffany’s. The reporting correctly showed your and your wife’s earned income for the periods
March 29, 2020 - March 28, 2021, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021, and January 1, 2022 -
December 31, 2022. You said Skate Tiffany’s did not have earned income in 2023 or 2024, and you
therefore did not have to report income. You did continue reporting Tiffany's Puyallup Inc., under
Business Associations on the F-1, as a co-owned business. You and your wife received unemployment
benefits, related to COVID relief that were correctly reported for 2020 and 2021. There was also
COVID relief and SBA relief specific to the Kings’ business Tiffany's Puyallup Inc. reported for
2020.
• You were cooperative in correcting the reporting and addressed the F-1 reporting issues as of
May 7, 2025.
• You do not have previous Warnings or Violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning
failure to timely and accurately disclosure of required personal financial information on Personal
Financial Affairs statements. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you
timely and accurately file all future required reports. The Commission will consider this formal
written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws
or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot proposition includes the sponsor's name and address.
Background and Findings
The Respondent filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on March 9, 2025, amended April 28, 2025, for Council Member City Of Sammamish, as the Full Reporting option.
The April 2025 C4 was filed approximately 2 months late.
The Misc. Receipts filed in the January C-3, filed on July 3, 2025, is missing from a corresponding C-4 report.
The campaign website, located at https://electkarenhowe.com/ is missing complete sponsor identification.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely reporting. As well, the Respondent was reminded to be sure to submit the Misc. Receipts, reported in the C-3 report for January 2025, either by submitting a C-4 report for January 2025 or by adding to the March C-4 report and amending the reporting period. And the Respondent was reminded to update the campaign website to include the campaign address. The Respondent is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
The Respondent filed a Candidate Registration on May 13, 2025, for Council Member for the City Of Puyallup, as the Full Reporting option.
The C3 for a deposit made on Jun 18, 2025, was submitted 14 days late.
The Respondent does not have any similar Warnings or PDC Violations.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely reporting. The Respondent is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for failing to disclose the supported ballot measure on its Committee Registration and failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Recall the Establishment is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures and failure to list ballot proposition supported on the Committee Registration. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Recall the Establishment timely and accurately files all future required reports. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Brandon Vollmer (the “Respondent”) received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely register as a candidate and file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely file the required C-1 and F-1 reports should he choose to run for office again in the future, and the F-1 report annually, if he is elected to office. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Sexton violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
On July 1, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Respondent Hollie Huthman, a 2025 candidate for City of Bellingham City Council Member, Position 2, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure (C-4) report(s), as required by law.
The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to file a timely C-4 report for the month of May 2025, as required by the statutory scheme. The staff noted that Hollie Huthman’s campaign received $1,650 in contributions and made expenditures totaling $725 for “filing fees” and one non-itemized expenditure. As such, the campaign was required to file the May report no later than June 10 October 10, 2024. The Campaign did not file the report until June 25, 2025 – 15 days after it was due.
Based on the above finding(s), the staff issued a reminder to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Ivan De Jesus completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 8, 2025, Jim Ferrell had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC. A copy of the complaint is attached for your review. No response is requested.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding the Respondent about the importance of timely and accurate reporting. PPS-PAC is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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The violations of PDC laws and rules made by you are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures or contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,500[BK1] [TT2] , and the violations occurred more than 30 days before an election, were inadvertent and minor and have otherwise been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
In addition, the Respondent took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff and substantially met filing deadlines for all other required reports within the preceding 12 months.
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On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 11, 2025, John Carter had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BOBBI ALLISON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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On May 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of candidacy or no later than May 23, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Charles Hauck completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Trudy J. Davis completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
If you have questions, you may contact PDC Staff at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.
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The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to file timely contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports for the month of February 2025, as required by the statutory scheme. The staff also noted that Respondent's committee registration, which is required to be updated if there is any material change(s) to the information submitted, had not been updated since 2021 as alleged in the complaint.
Based on the above finding(s), the staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Cameron Boosman completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 17, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Reshonda Williams completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 14, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Curt A Morris completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 9, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Kylie Schmitz completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on July 9, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than June 5, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent is a candidate running for Whatcom County Council in the 2025 election.
• On June 23, 2025, the PDC received a complaint that the Byrd campaign yard signs did not include complete sponsor identification. PDC staff notified the Respondent of the complaint and the Respondent took prompt action to address the issue. The Respondent indicated that he has corrected the signs he could readily locate to add the sponsor ID, and have implemented a plan to correct additional signs that do not include the required sponsor information.
• The Respondent has no prior Warnings or Violations of RCW 42.17A.320 from the PDC
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that Tyler Byrd appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding Tyler Byrd about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. Tyler Byrd are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The complaint alleged that Paul Charbonneau (the ""Respondent"") violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures in election year 2025, specifically an in-kind contribution and expenditure descriptions.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures for election year 2025. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely and accurately file all required reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on June 11, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures and carry forward from calendar year 2024 to calendar year 2025.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
WFIA made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. WFIA made the necessary technical corrections within 14 days of a PDC staff request.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on PDC reports and provide complete sponsor ID on his candidate website. Staff expect him to timely file all required reports and provide complete sponsor ID in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Douglas Perez completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 19, 2025, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
Fred L. Gillings completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on June 16, 2025 and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.205 or failure to timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission received four complaints alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 (RCW 29B.25.090) and .240 (.100) by failing to timely and accurately file the required contribution and expenditure reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaints and found that the Respondent failed to timely and accurately file the required contribution (C3) and expenditure (C4) reports as alleged in the complaint.
While the Respondent failed to file the required C3/C4 timely and accurately, the staff noted that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation and resolved this matter through a Statement of Understanding. As result, the Respondent in this matter signed a SOU on April 13, 2026, and paid a $600 civil penalty.
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The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for using public facilities or resources to support a ballot measure.
PDC staff is reminding the Okanogan School District that to comply with RCW 42.17A.555, the District should refrain from urging voter approval. In addition, PDC staff noted public entities should avoid using checkmarks and reminds the District about the importance of monitoring timing and tone of printed, website and social media content and public outreach focused on election issues. While the rules do allow the use of normal and regular tools to inform the public about a ballot measure, PDC staff have noted that language such as “once in a lifetime opportunity,” could be considered promotional in nature. PDC staff have noted that content provided by public agencies regarding a ballot measure that includes students should be closely scrutinized for the possibility of its emotional appeal.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The staff’s review found that the Respondent failed to include the required sponsor identification as alleged in the complaint and issued a reminder to the Respondent.
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Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/174828 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""174828 Eric McCrandall Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8018/174828%20Eric%20McCrandall%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/03/2025 11:04:33 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5585 7663 170044 04/01/2025 04/01/2025 07/03/2025 Conner Edwards Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. (EY25 APR25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - IssueThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner
Edwards on April 1, 2025, and April 25, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235
and .240 for failure to timely file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts &
Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report
contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3) and
Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures (C-4) reports pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240.
The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election
participation, and their financial activity.
Background and Findings
• The CCDCC is a Bona Fide Political Party Committee for Cowlitz County. The most recent Political
Committee Registration (C-1pc) filed on April 16, 2025, for the Non-Exempt Fund account, identified
the CCDCC as a Continuing Committee under the Full Reporting option.
• The Committee timely filed C-4 report #110181056, for period September 1, 2023 – October 16,
2023, on October 17, 2023, and then submitted amended report #110277165, adding an expenditure for
postage, on March 29, 2025. Upon being notified about the complaint, the Committee again amended
their reporting, with C-4 report #110280927, on April 18, 2025, to remove the expenditure for
postage. The postage was previously, and timely, reported in the exempt account and erroneously
reported in the non-exempt account. The Treasurer explained the issue:
“This mistake is mine. During my internal audit I noticed that this expense for postage was
‘missing’ from the PDC. After consulting with my executive board, I realize that this contribution
occurred through our exempt account and was already reported to the PDC. See the following link. https://www.pdc.wa.gov/political-disclosure-reporting-
data/browse-search-data/committees/co-2023-34908. My plan is to readjust the 2023 campaign for the
CCDCC, remove this transaction, as it was already reported from the exempt account.”
• Similarly, for C-3 report #110277164, submitted on March 29, 2025, a contribution was
erroneously reported from the WA Dems to the non-exempt account when it had been previously
reported by that account. On April 16, 2025, the Committee amended the report, see C-3 #110280738,
fixing the reporting in the non-exempt account by removing the contribution.
• C-3 report #110277172, for a deposit of $100 on October 18, 2023, was not filed until March 29,
2025. The new committee Treasurer stated the reporting of this contribution was missed by the
original treasurer and caught by the new treasurer during an audit. The late reporting was the
result of their internal audit. PDC staff noted the report showed a $100 Small Contribution by one
person. The Treasurer amended the C-3 again on April 19, 2025, to reflect the individual
contributor’s name and address.
• Issues associated with C-4 reports covering January and February 2024 were addressed in PDC Case
162592. The resolution in that case included a dismissal of reporting issues during calendar year
2024.
• PDC Staff found that in three instances of its C-1pc filing, the Committee spelled “democratic”
as “democractic” in the filing name of the committee. This does make searching for the Committee
more difficult but is not a violation.
• The Respondent does have previous warnings of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the
commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides
reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in
substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action
is not warranted. The lack of detail in reporting of which levies were being supported and the
errors in reporting caused by the Committee’s internal audit do not amount to violations that
warrant further investigation.
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by you are remediable in nature and do not warrant
further investigation or enforcement action. The late reported expenditure(s) or contribution(s)
involved totaled no more than $1,500, and the violations were inadvertent, minor, and otherwise
have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of
Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
In addition, you took corrective action within five business days after being notified of
noncompliance by PDC staff and substantially met filing deadlines for all other required reports
within the preceding 12 months.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for the 2023 calendar year that are not
otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. Allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for the
2024 calendar year were addressed in PDC Case 162592. The resolution in that case included a
dismissal of reporting issues during calendar year 2024.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
You filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on May 8, 2025, for the Full Reporting option.
As described in the complaint, you filed the Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) for a deposit made on May 17, 2025, and the corresponding Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) report, for the period of May 8 to May 31, 2025, two weeks late on June 24, 2025. The reports were due by June 10, 2025.
You have no prior Warnings or Violations with the PDC.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting receipts and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN BEA
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on C-4 reports.
The Committee acted in good faith by submitting the amendment to the February 2025 C-4 report to include the February 28, 2025, expenditure omitted from the original submission. PDC staff appreciates the Committee’s proactive approach to ensure compliance with its reporting obligations and its prompt attention. However, it is staff’s opinion that because the Committee does not have contribution limits, the $200 limit cited in RCW 42.17A.235(10)(c) applies to the Committee instead, and therefore the Committee does not qualify for the “safe harbor” provisions of subsection (10). Timely disclosure by the recipient of the expenditure in question, though, mitigates the potential harm to the public from the delay in reporting by the Committee.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to timely disclose of all expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Committee timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/170419 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""170419 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care PAC.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7675/170419%20Service%20Employees%20International%20Union%20775%20Quality%20Care%20PAC.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""170419 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care Committee Warning.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7675/170419%20Service%20Employees%20International%20Union%20775%20Quality%20Care%20Committee%20Warning.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""170419 Service Employees International Union 775 Quality Care PAC Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7675/170419%20Service%20Employees%20International%20Union%20775%20Quality%20Care%20PAC%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/14/2025 03:23:26 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5591 8167 175383 07/02/2025 07/02/2025 10/06/2025 Glen Morgan Clark Gilman Clark Gilman: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures (EY25 JUL25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Tammy Weisman on April 10, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of: RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities or resources for the purpose of supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot measure.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition. RCW 42.17A.555(2) makes an exception when an elected official makes a statement in support of or in opposition to a ballot proposition in response to a specific inquiry.
Background and Findings
• Ms. Senescu holds office as an elected Council Member of the City of Camas, for the 3rd Ward, Position 1.
• Proposition 1, titled Creation of Camas-Washougal Regional Fire Protection Service Authority, was voted on by the City of Camas Council and placed on the ballot for the special election held on April 22, 2025. Voters did not pass Proposition 1.
• Council Member Senescu and other members of the City of Camas Council held a town hall meeting on March 25, 2025, at the Camas Library. In their response, Council Member Senescu indicated the intent of the meeting was to offer an opportunity for dialogue between the people and their elected officials. There was no formal agenda for the meeting, but a poll was taken that informed the topics discussed. One of the topics intended for discussion was Proposition 1.
• During the discussion at the town hall about Proposition 1, Council Member Senescu confirmed her vote to put the proposition on the ballot for voters to decide, and she also stated that she, “as a citizen, was not in favor” of the Regional Fire Protection Service Authority (RFA).
• In response to the complaint Council Member Senescu stated:
“I hope that my impact was to inform people that the RFA is a separate taxing entity and share facts. The Fire Chief and another councilmember in attendance did a good job of pointing out the pros of an RFA, but no cons were presented. My comments were less than 30 seconds in length. I was there to listen to people and provide information.”
• The town hall meeting was not recorded so PDC staff inquired of other persons in attendance at the town hall and they confirmed your statements during the meeting. As well, these people also indicated their understanding of the situation to include their belief that you and other members of the council were asked to share your opinion about the RFA. PDC staff learned that other members of the council also made statements about the RFA during this discussion.
• Council Member Senescu does not have similar previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
The available evidence, and that it is a permissible activity for an elected official to respond to a direct inquiry, does not support a finding that Council Member Senescu violated RCW 42.17A.555 in this instance.
PDC staff is reminding Council Member Senescu about the prohibition on the use of public facilities to support or oppose any ballot proposition. The town hall format is considered a more casual environment for dialogue between elected officials and the public but as an elected official there is no time when said elected official would be considered a citizen participant at the meeting. While the tone of conversation may be casual, an elected official still speaks with the gravity and authority of their office.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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on June 24, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of: RCW 42.17A.320(3)(a) by using a font
smaller than the size required for sponsor identification on written advertising in election year
2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot
proposition includes the sponsor's name and address and provides for direction on formatting
requirements for written advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent is a candidate in the 2025 election for Kirkland City Council. On February 19, 2025, the Respondent
filed a PDC Candidate Registration (C-1) for the Full Reporting option.
• The complaint alleged that yard signs, provided by the Respondent's campaign committee, are in violation of
the size requirements outlined in RCW 42.17A.320. However, upon review of materials provided by the Respondent in
response to the complaint, PDC staff find that the lettering on the yard signs is in substantial compliance with sizing requirements.
• The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Bonnie McLeod on June 24, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of: RCW 42.17A.320(3)(a) by using a font
smaller than the size required for sponsor identification on written advertising in election year 2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires that all political advertising supporting or opposing a candidate or ballot proposition includes the sponsor's name and address and provides for direction on formatting requirements for written advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent is a candidate in the 2025 election for Kirkland City Council. On May 2, 2025, the Respondent filed a PDC Candidate Registration (C-1) for the Full Reporting option.
• The complaint alleged that yard signs, provided by the Respondent's campaign committee, are in violation of the size requirements outlined in RCW 42.17A.320. However, upon review of materials provided by the Respondent in response to the complaint PDC staff find that the lettering on the yard signs is in substantial compliance with sizing requirements.
• the Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to timely file the F-1 report covering January 9, 2024, through January 8, 2025, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report). The formal written warning will include the staff’s expectation that you timely file all future-required F-1 reports with the PDC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Pursuant to WAC 390-16-034. per RCW 42.17A.240, each report required under RCW 42.17A.235 shall disclose, in addition to the name and address of each person who has made one or more contributions in the aggregate amount of more than $250, their occupation, and the name and location (city and state) of their employer.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent does appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely and accurate reporting. The Respondent is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff issued a formal written warning concerning including proper sponsor identification on all political advertising. PDC staff expect complete sponsor identification in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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The failure to timely file to timely and accurately file Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. Huber made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. Huber made the necessary technical corrections within two to 14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the complaint and noted that the Respondent failed to timely file September 2024 C-4 report and issued a formal written warning to the Respondent.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Small violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070,Commissionive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Report (F-1) within two weeks of becoming a candidate. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely files all future required reports with the PDC. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
This complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports for election year 2025. Specifically, the complaint alleged that the Patricia Cudaback (the “Respondent”) erroneously filed 2025 reports under a 2024 campaign, untimely submitted C-4 reports, and failed to fully disclose vendor details for in-kind contributions on reports.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures on three monthly C-4 reports during election year 2025. PDC staff expect her to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The submission of eight reports under a 2024 registration is a minor or ministerial error concerning required reports that did not materially harm the public interest. The Respondent refiled the reports, thereby correcting the error, within two days of being notified by PDC staff and well in advance of the relevant election. The matter of the misfiled reports is therefore hereby resolved as a Technical Correction pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b).
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of including the name and address of the vendor from whom an item or service is purchased when disclosing in-kind contributions on C-4 reports in the future, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Subject: Staff-generated complaint, PDC Case 173265
Dear Brandi Blair:
On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 15, 2025, Brandi Blair had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
If you have questions, you may contact PDC Staff at 1-360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
Sincerely,
Shelley Warnock
Compliance Coordinator
Endorsed by:
Kim Bradford
Deputy Director
For Peter Lavallee
Executive Director
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's/committee's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting and providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future. For more information about PDC requirements, see the 'Political Advertising Guide' section of the PDC website.
On July 9, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging the Respondent in this matter violated RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to accurately report real property/estate on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1) report.
The staff's review found that the Respondent failed to include/list the required real property/estate street address of each parcel or the assessor’s parcel number on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1) reports at issue in this matter. The staff issued a formal written warning as a result.
The complaint alleged that No on Tacoma Measure 1, a local ballot measure committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .235, .240 & .270 in 2023 by failing to timely register as a political committee, and timely report 1) contributions received from National Association of Realtors and Washington Realtors; 2) in-kind contribution(s) of staff time from Tacoma-Pierce County Association of Realtors; and 3) earmarked contributions from Tacoma-Pierce County Association of Realtors.
Based on the attached findings, the resolution in PDC Case 143847, and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), No on Tacoma Measure 1 (the “Respondent”) received a formal written warning concerning their failure to 1) timely and accurately disclose all pledges; and 2) timely disclose Last-Minute Contributions received prior to an election. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely disclose all pledges and Last-Minute Contributions in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminded the Respondent about the importance of 1) providing sufficient expenditure details on C-4 reports including, but not limited to, vendor address, the number of mailers and ads, where they appeared, and when; and 2) timely amending C-4 reports within 21 days of original reports, whenever possible. PDC staff expect that, in the future, the Respondent will include such details on, and timely amend, C-4 reports in accordance with PDC laws, rules, and guidance.
For the reasons indicated in the attached letter, the allegation concerning earmarked contributions was dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on the attached findings, TPCAR and Yes on Tacoma Measure Two committee (YOTMTC) jointly completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205, .235 and .240 for: (1) failing to timely and accurately register Yes on Tacoma Measure 2; and 2) disclose YOTMTC’s pledge from NAR.
For the reasons indicated in the attached letter, the allegations regarding earmarked contributions and independent expenditures were dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On April 1, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure (C-4) reports.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and noted that there were some expenditures made by The Committee to its vendors for which a more detailed description of the vendor should have been provided. Additionally, the staff also noted that the Respondent had a discrepancy in the carry-forward balance from the 2022 campaign to the 2025 campaign and issued a Technical Correction pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755 and WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 16, 2025, Kim L. Wells had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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On October 24, 2024, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to accurately report debt on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1) report.
The staff's review found that the Respondent failed to report debt in some of the reports filed with the Commission. Specifically, the Respondent failed to report her student loans on the F-1 reports filed with the PDC.
Based on this review, the staff issued a formal written warning to the Respondent for failure to report debt on the F-1 report.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
The Respondent is a candidate for a member position on the King County Council and filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on February 15, 2025, for the Full Reporting option.
The three C-3 reports identified in the complaint were filed late. The aggregate amount of contributions reported in these three reports is less than $7000. Two of the reports were filed within 21 days of the due date. One report was filed 30 days late, but 21 days or more before the election, and was for a single contribution of $500.
The Respondent does not have prior Warnings or Violations for similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely reporting. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023, specifically the 21-day pre-Primary, 7-day pre-Primary, and post-Primary C-4 reports.
Based on our attached findings, the allegations were resolved as Remediable Violations.
The Respondent's violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures and contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. The Respondent was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were zero dollars.
Although it was not alleged in the complaint, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our attached findings, the allegations were resolved as Remediable Violations.
The Respondent's violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures and contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. The Respondent was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were zero dollars.
Although it was not alleged in the complaint, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely registering as a candidate with the PDC within two weeks of becoming a candidate in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/151235 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6601/Initial-hearing-results-respondent.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Initial hearing results to respondent"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""151235 Bullard Daryl Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6601/151235%20Bullard%20Daryl%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151235 Bullard Daryl Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6601/151235%20Bullard%20Daryl%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""151235 Bullard Daryl Remediable_Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/6601/151235%20Bullard%20Daryl%20Remediable_Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Remedial resolution""}]" 07/16/2025 01:03:35 PM PDC staff resolved case after campaign remediated small-dollar reporting error. 5618 7251 158266 08/03/2024 08/03/2024 02/26/2025 Conner Edwards Alan Makayev Alan Makayev: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .320 for failure to timely & accurately report in-kind contribution description details and include party preference on political advertising. (EY24 AUG24) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Statewide "This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, 240 for failure to timely & accurately report in-kind contribution description details on C-4 reports; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include party preference on political advertising (e.g. The Seattle Times ad).
After reviewing the allegations, evidence presented, responses from Alan Makayev (the “Respondent”), the Respondent's PDC reports, and other applicable information, our findings are attached.
Based on these findings, Alan Makayev (the “Respondent”) received a formal written warning concerning hisfailure to 1) timely and accurately disclose in-kind contribution expenditures on PDC reports for election year 2024; and 2) include the party preference designated on hisDeclaration of Candidacy in all political advertising. PDC staff expect him to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures on future reports, including description details, and consistently disclose party preference on future political advertising, including, but not limited to, yard signs and digital ads. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file mandatory C-4 reports for election year 2023, specifically the 21-day pre-Primary, 7-day pre-Primary, and post-Primary C-4 reports.
Based on our attached findings, the allegations were resolved as Remediable Violations.
The Respondent's violations of PDC laws and rules are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditures and contributions involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) or $1,000, were inadvertent and minor and otherwise have been cured, and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. The Respondent was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign. The aggregate contributions received were zero dollars.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Brian Wasankari (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our attached findings, staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely disclose an expenditure (in-kind contribution) on a C-4 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. in addition, the Respondent’s use of a courtroom photograph in his election campaign does not appear to violate .555 so that allegation has been dismissed (see attached).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Brian Wasankari received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-4 reports, including in-kind contributions. The formal written warning included PDC staff’s expectation that the Respondent timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
When a C-4 report is filed early, the Respondent was reminded to disclose any subsequent activity that occurs within the C-4 reporting period by amending the report. PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing sufficient description details for expenditures and in-kind contributions on C-4 reports, including but not limited to, the vendor’s name and address, the number of yard signs or items printed, the type of advertising (e.g. digital) and their run dates. PDC staff expect that, in the future, he will include such details on C-4 reports in accordance with PDC laws, rules, and guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/161278 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""161278 Brian Wasankari Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7421/161278%20Brian%20Wasankari%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161278 Brian Wasankari Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7421/161278%20Brian%20Wasankari%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""161278 Wasankari Brian Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7421/161278%20Wasankari%20Brian%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 07/16/2025 01:05:00 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5623 7542 164037 10/11/2024 10/11/2024 02/26/2025 Conner Edwards Staples Staples: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request (EY24 OCT24) RCW 29B.30.090/42.17A.345 Case Closed with Written Warning Commercial Advertiser "This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to timely provide complete commercial advertiser books of account upon request.
After reviewing the allegation, evidence, responses from Staples (the “Respondent”), and other applicable information, our findings are attached. Based on our findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to have its commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to have commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection as required. PDC staff expect the Respondent to maintain current commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/164037 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""164037 Staples Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7542/164037%20Staples%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""164037 Staples Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7542/164037%20Staples%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""164037 Staples Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7542/164037%20Staples%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/16/2025 01:05:31 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5624 6256 143848 10/18/2023 10/18/2023 02/13/2025 Tacoma for All National Association of Realtors National Association of Realtors (NAR): Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.207, .235 & .240 by failing to timely register & report as an incidental committee. (EY ’23; Oct ’23) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.030/42.17A.207 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Incidental "The complaint in this case alleged that National Association of Realtors (“NAR”), a non-profit trade association, may have violated RCW 42.17A.207, .235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately register and report as an incidental committee in 2023.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by National Association of Realtors (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as follows:
National Association of Realtors signed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) on January 8, 2025 and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.207, .235 and .240 for failing to timely register and report as an incidental committee in election year 2023. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes and rules; the response provided by Gretl Crawford (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s use of public facilities to promote a ballot proposition does not appear to be a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Gretl Crawford received a formal written warning concerning her use of a Kennewick City Council Workshop Meeting to promote a ballot proposition. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Gretl Crawford does not use public office-related facilities (resources) when expressing her personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, in accordance with WAC 390-05-271 except for the activities that are specifically permitted under .555(1), (2) and (3). The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
We also urged the Respondent to review the PDC’s guidelines concerning the use of public facilities to prevent future activity that could violate RCW 42.17A.555 and reach out to PDC staff before using facilities if she is in doubt about whether an activity is permitted.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, specifically a C-4 report for April of 2024.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
PDC Case 163710 was resolved with an amended formal Warning Letter as issued in PDC Case 157524 (see attached).
In PDC Case 157524, Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty on October 22, 2024 in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file three C-4 reports disclosing a total of $34,726 in election-related expenditures for election year 2024. The $150 penalty assessed resolves these late C-4 reports.
In PDC Cases 157524 and 163964 and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 also received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely file all other late reports for election year 2024. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Citizens for Better Government IAFF Local 726 timely file all future required reports of deposits, contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reminded Citizens for Better Government by IAFF Local 726 about the importance of ensuring their internal calendar accurately reflects the due dates for PDC reports and operates in a manner that facilitates timely filings.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose business interests & associated income and real estate on a candidate Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Nicholas Timm (the “Respondent”); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report income, real estate and business associations on the candidate F-1 report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Nicholas Timm received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose all required information for himself and his spouse on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), including reportable income, real estate and business associations. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Nicholas Timm timely and accurately disclose all required information on the F-1 report in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reminded Nicholas Timm to review the content of his F-1 report after submission in the future to ensure that no information was omitted or fails to appear on the report.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence submitted; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Kyle Markstrom (the “Respondent”); and other relevant information to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, including an official Port Commissioner email and website address on a personal Facebook page where election-related content was also present does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Kyle Markstrom received a formal written warning concerning the use of an official Port Commissioner email and website address on a personal Facebook page where election-related content was also present. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Kyle Markstrom not use public office-related facilities (resources) when expressing his personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.555 and WAC 390-05-271. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/157492 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""157492 Markstrom Kyle Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7216/157492%20Markstrom%20Kyle%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""157492 Markstrom Kyle Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7216/157492%20Markstrom%20Kyle%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""157492 Kyle Markstom Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7216/157492%20Kyle%20Markstom%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 07/16/2025 01:10:12 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5629 8120 175214 07/07/2025 08/06/2025 PDC Staff Michael Alvarez Michael Alvarez: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 17, 2025, Michael Alvarez had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 17, 2025, Gregory Ayers had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent did violate RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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As of July 10, 2025, Wayne E. Harris had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 16, 2025, Pat Priddy had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Kelly Cruz on March 21, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register as a political committee and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to disclose contributions and expenditures.
Staff have determined that, in this instance, no evidence shows that Spokane Indivisible meets the definition of a political committee requiring registration per RCW 42.17A.205 and reporting per RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 22, 2025, Maryellen G. Hill had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 9, 2025, Jim Wohlpart had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based
on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.615 states, in part, that any lobbyist registered under RCW 42.17A.600 and any person who lobbies shall file electronically with the Commission monthly reports of the lobbyist's or person's lobbying activities. The monthly report (L-2) shall be filed within fifteen days after the last day of the calendar month covered by the report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the law. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting lobbying activities. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 14, 2025 JAMES D. STEPHENS JR had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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As of July 18, 2025, Shawnie VanLeeuwen had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 21, 2025, Evan Jones had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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As of July 23, 2025, Lowel Krueger had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The complaint alleged that Walla Walla “FIRST – First Responders” Committee (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file reports disclosing contributions and expenditures, specifically pre-Primary election C-4 reports. As evidence of election participation, Conner Edwards (the ""Complainant"") referenced the Respondent’s PDC registration wherein the committee indicated their intention to support a ballot proposition in the 2025 Primary Election.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff determined that failure to file a C-3 report and C-4 report disclosing a single contribution and a single presumably modest expenditure does not amount to violation that warrants further investigation. After consideration of these circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to disclose all contributions and expenditures on reports as required. PDC staff expect the committee and its officers to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules by the committee or its officers.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DARCI BECKER
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/11/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 23, 2025, Kitty Klitzke had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Bradley Toft, an incumbent City Council member for the City of Snoqualmie, failed to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Toft violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely ile an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on May 21, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of: RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to accurately report business associations on the Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) for calendar year 2024.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.710 An elected or appointed official is required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) with the PDC on or before April 15ᵗʰ each year, that discloses accurate personal financial information for themselves and their spouse or registered domestic partner, if any, for the preceding calendar year.
Background and Findings
• Julia Johnson is the currently elected Mayor of the City of Sedro-Woolley. Her Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) for January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, was submitted on March 11, 2025.
• Ms. Johnson's F-1 was filed timely and included information about herself as well as her spouse for calendar year 2024.
• The 2024 F-1 included information about a business association Ms. Johnson reported on for a business entity owned by her spouse, called Tight Lies LLC. Tight Lies LLC is a holding company that owns real estate located in Sedro-Woolley.
• In response to the complaint, Ms. Johnson explained that she is not a co-owner of Tight Lies LLC, does not participate in its decision-making and did not know to inquire about its government and business customers.
• Tight Lies LLC received a grant in 2024 from the Sedro-Woolley Community Development Grant Program for refurbishment costs associated with a building owned by Tight Lies LLC.
• The 2024 F-1 was missing information about the grant from the Sedro-Woolley Community Development Grant Program, in the amount of $9,231, for the purpose of refurbishing a building owned by Tight Lies LLC. Ms. Johnson amended her F-1 on July 21, 2025, following the publication of the complaint.
• Guidance published on the PDC website at the time of your filing was unclear about whether grants of all types are exempt from F-1 reporting.
• Ms. Johnson does not have previous warnings or violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Per RCW 42.17A.710(g)(i), (i) with respect to a governmental unit in which the official seeks or holds any office or position, if the entity has received compensation in any form during the preceding twelve months from the governmental unit, the value of the compensation and the consideration given or performed in exchange for the compensation must be reported.
PDC staff has reminded Ms. Johnson about the importance of timely and accurate disclosure of required information specific to the Business Associations reported on the F-1. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROY BERG
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 24, 2025, MaryAnne Lindeblad had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On July 16, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately submit reports disclosing expenditure details as required; and RCW 42.17A.445 for personal use of campaign funds.
The staff noted that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and had been cured. However, the staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent.
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TOLA MARTS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file a 21-day pre-Primary C-4 report.
The staff’s review found that the complainant failed to file timely and accurate 21-day pre-primary C-4 report and issued a warning.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff has reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely, accurate, and thorough reporting. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future. For more information about PDC requirements, see the 'For Candidates' section of the PDC website.
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CAROL MCCLAIN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 06/08/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/30/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed July 16, 2025 by Conner Edwards and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). However, staff reminded Hays about the importance of following the reporting requirements for the reporting option selected and including sponsor identification on the candidate’s website.
The complaint alleged the following:
1) That the $500 deposit of the candidate's personal funds does not appear on the C-4 as a contribution or deposit. Staff suggested that Hays amend her May C-4 to include the first part of the month when the personal funds were received.
2) That the Schedule A entry for the purchase of yard signs does not list the quantity of yard signs purchased. Staff informed Hays that the quantity purchased needs to be added to the amended C-4 report.
3) That the purchase of yard signs has been miscategorized as digital advertising. Staff informed Hays that the amended C-4 needs to include a selection of the yard signs category.
4) That the campaign website fails to include the required ""Sponsor Identification"" as required by RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010. Staff asked Hays to include the words ""Paid for by"" with the sponsor's name and mailing address and provided a link to the relevant rule for assistance.
5) That the campaign has not reported an expenditure or receipt of an in-kind contribution for the cost of the campaign post office box. Staff informed Hays that if she personally paid for the post office box, she should report the cost as an in-kind contribution from herself.
6) That the campaign has not reported an expenditure or receipt of an in-kind contribution from Hays for her candidate website or filing fee.
Background and Findings
· Kelsi Hays was a first-time candidate in 2025, running for Tahoma School District No. 409, Director District No. 5. Hays did not advance to the general election.
· Hays filed a candidate registration on May 14, 2025, selecting the Full Reporting Option. Following receipt of the July 16 complaint, Hays filed an amended candidate registration on July 24, 2025, selecting the Mini Reporting Option.
· Hays responded to the complaint, stating she had resolved all of the issues identified in the complaint.
Concerning the six items listed in the complaint:
1) Concerning item 1, Hays deleted the contribution and reported all expenses as in-kind contributions on an amended C-4 report.
2) Concerning item 2, Hays removed the contribution and replaced it with an in-kind contribution. The number of signs purchased was included in the description of the in-kind contribution.
3) Concerning item 3, Hays removed the contribution and replaced it with an in-kind contribution that included the number of signs purchased in the description.
4) Concerning item 4, Hays added the requested sponsor identification.
5) Concerning item 5, an in-kind contribution for the cost of the campaign post office box has been reported.
6) Concerning item 6, Hays stated there is no filing fee for the position she was seeking.
Summary and Resolution
Kelsi Hays was a first-time candidate for Tahoma School District No. 409, Director District No. 5 who did not advance to the general election. Hays initially selected the Full Reporting Option but later amended her candidate registration to the Mini Reporting Option. Hays amended her reports to address the issues identified in the complaint and added sponsor identification to her campaign website.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, initially filing incomplete C-3 and C-4 reports before switching to the Mini Reporting Option and failing to include sponsor identification on your website do not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 29, 2025, McKenzie A. Campbell had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 describes the required filing deadlines for disclosure of campaign finance activities including monetary contributions.
RCW 42.17A.240 requires committees file accurate campaign finance reports with the Public Disclosure Commission.
Background and Findings
A registration for the Committee Ward/District Federal Way IV (Antecedent III) Sponsored by Clifford Greene (WDFW IV) (Committee) was first filed with the PDC on March 11, 2024, then updated July 15, 2025 and also August 16, 2025.
Between March 2024 and July 2025, the Committee reported $500.61 in contributions and $401.61 in expenditures.
In response to the complaint, Greene updated C-4 reports, adding expenditure detail in the notes section.
Greene also stated “This local Citizens Initiative failed to be forwarded to Federal Way City Hall and the General Election ballot because of the lack of sufficient signatures, so there is no longer any need to raise or expend funds on it.”
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined the Committees appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding the Committee about the importance of timely reporting expenditure detail. The Committee is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.615 states, in part, that any lobbyist registered under RCW 42.17A.600 shall file electronically with the Commission monthly reports of the lobbyist's or person's lobbying activities. The monthly report (L-2) shall be filed within fifteen days after the last day of the calendar month covered by the report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the law. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting lobbying activities. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• Jim Kallio is a candidate running for School Director for Sedro Woolley SD 101 in the 2025 election.
• On June 4, 2025, the PDC received a complaint that Jim Kallio's campaign yard signs did not include sponsor identification. PDC staff notified Mr. Kallio of the complaint and he took prompt action to address the issue. Mr. Kallio has indicated that he have corrected the signs he could readily locate to add the sponsor ID, and have implemented a plan to correct additional signs that do not include the required sponsor information.
• Mr. Kallio have no prior Warnings or Violations from the PDC
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that Jim Kallio appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding Jim Kallio about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising, specifically adding sponsor identification to both sides of yard signs. Mr. Kallio is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 28, 2025, Kady Dale Titus had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 28, 2025, Yamai Taina Seka Knox had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent KIMBERLY REYKDAL: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 23, 2025, MOLENAAR GARY K had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARGARET MCNALLY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/05/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 28, 2025, SHARONNE A. NAVAS had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
On July 29, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff received a complaint alleging the Respondent in this matter violated RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting an overlimit contribution in violation of Chapter 42.17A. RCW.
The staff's review found that the Respondent accepted an overlimit contribution in violation of the law as alleged in the complaint and issued a formal warning letter.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 28, 2025, Vickie L. Raines had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
ON the basis of the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the Presiding Officer declines to find a violation of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED PDC Case 157884 is Dismissed.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
MaryAnne C. Murray completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and returned the completed SOU with completed reports on July 10, 2025, and paid a $200 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that were due within two weeks of becoming a candidate or no later than May 23, 2025. The $200 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by David Chan; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and the October 17, 2018 Statement of Understanding with $300 civil penalty completed by Mr. Chan and acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The 2018 election was the first time David Chan filed as a candidate under the “Full Reporting” option and was required to file C-3 and C-4 reports using the PDC’s ORCA program disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities electronically. Serving as his own treasurer, Mr. Chan spent several weeks working with PDC Filer Assistance Staff on how to properly enter and correct information reported in ORCA, and he continued to work with staff throughout the 2018 election cycle.
In July 2018, two complaints were filed against David Chan alleging his campaign failed to timely and accurately file reports of campaign activities. On October 22, 2018, Mr. Chan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, and paid a $300 civil penalty, resolving similar allegations in PDC Cases 42329, 42397 and 42940.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports late disclosing details of a mailed political advertisement, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or additional enforcement action. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), David Chan will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that David Chan timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including all required vendor information during the accelerated reporting periods prior to and after any election in which his name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
A candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their Candidate Registration (C-1 report) is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $200 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Background and Findings
• In 2021 you ran for Mayor of the City of Lynnwood and lost in the primary. You were at the time of the 2021 election an elected City Council Member for the City of Lynnwood. In 2023 you were the incumbent for your seat on the City of Lynnwood Council and won that election for which you are in the second year of your term. In 2025 you are a candidate for Mayor of the
City of Lynnwood. You filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) on February 25, 2025, for the Full Reporting option. In the prior elections you were also registered for the Full Reporting option. • Upon review of the reporting record and from further follow-up with you, PDC staff determined that on the last C-4, filed timely in 2021, you reported a loan that you made to your campaign and that there was a $241.38 Cash On Hand (COH) balance. You explained that at the end of the 2021 campaign you withdrew $241.38 from the campaign bank account as repayment for the loan but did not amend the C-4 reflecting the partial repayment of the loan balance. Upon being notified of the complaint, you worked with PDC staff to amend the report reflecting the payment to yourself which zeroed out the 2021 COH.
• In that the 2021 and 2025 committees are for the same purpose, election to the office of Mayor of the City of Lynwood, and that you have used the same bank account for each of these campaigns, the amended COH balance of $0 was accurately and timely reported as the starting balance of the 2025 campaign.
• The complaint also alleged a lack of expenditure description for 2025 expenditures submitted on May 14, 2025, for the period of April 1, 2025, to April 30, 2025. Upon being notified of the complaint on June 2, 2025, you amended the reporting on June 12, 2025. The report now reflects the missing quantities of 100 post cards and 1000 flyers.
• You have no prior warnings or violations within the PDC’s statute of limitations.
Summary and Resolution
You made minor or ministerial errors on required reports which did not materially harm the public interest. You made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
On January 27, you, Silong Chhun, filed a candidate registration with the PDC as a 2025 candidate for the position of City Council Member, Position 4 in the City of Tacoma.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the C-4 reports at issue in the matter does not amount to a violation that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to file timely and accurate C-3 and C4 reports and the failure to timely file a F-1 report, as required by the statutory scheme. The PDC staff expects The Committee to file timely and accurate C3/C-4 and F-1 reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by The Committee for the first seven months of 2025 election year that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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FRANK MIANECKI
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/25/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 28, 2025, Joan Marie Murphy had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately report debt on the Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1 report). PDC staff expects that you will accurately report debt on any Personal Financial Affairs Disclosure (F-1 report) in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on staff's review of the complaint, the staff dismissed the complaint based on insufficient evidence.
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CHRIS MOE
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• Ashlee Johnson is a first-time candidate running for School Director for Sedro Woolley SD 101 in the 2025 election.
• On June 2, 2025, the PDC received a complaint that the Johnson campaign yard signs did not include sponsor identification. PDC staff notified Ms. Johnson of the complaint and she took prompt action to address the issue. Ms. Johnson have indicated that she has corrected the signs she could readily locate to add the sponsor ID.
• Ashlee Johnson has no prior Warnings or Violations from the PDC
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that Ashlee Johnson appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding Ashlee Johnson about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising, specifically adding sponsor identification to both sides of yard signs and ensuring the sponsor information is in a font size at least ten percent of the largest size font used on the signs. Ms. Johnson is expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
Below is the email the PDC sent to the Respondent on August 4, 2025, summarizing its findings in PDC Case 175689:
Dear Nathan Orth,
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC regarding your sponsor identification (ID) requirements.
Applicable Laws and Rules
[1] Political advertising” is a mass communication used to appeal, directly or indirectly, for votes, financial or other support, or opposition to any election campaign that is intended to reach a large audience via a variety of methods. These methods include, but are not limited to, newspaper, radio and TV advertising, signs, billboards, brochures, fliers, and digital communications and online transmissions such as internet websites, social media, emails, and texts. RCW 42.17A.005(40) and WAC 390-05-290(3).
[2] For the purposes of political advertising, the “sponsor” is the person who paid for the advertising. If a person acts as an agent or is reimbursed for the payment, the original source of the payment is the sponsor.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which, on its face or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d).
However, PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of including sponsor ID on political advertising in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010 and expect you to comply with PDC laws and rules concerning sponsor ID in the future.
If you have questions, please contact Tabatha Blacksmith at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
| Sincerely, Electronically signed by Tabatha Blacksmith Compliance Officer | Endorsed by, Electronically signed by Kim Bradford Kim Bradford Deputy Director For Peter Frey Lavallee Executive Director |
The Commission heard the case against the Respondent on July 24. 2025. The hearing concerned allegations that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, and WAC 390-16-042, WAC 390-16-205, and WAC 390-16-043 by reporting incomplete or inaccurate information on pre-primary Cash Receipts, Monetary Contribution (C-3) and receipts and Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports and failing to timely file mandatory 21-day, 7- day, and post-primary C-4 reports; failing to timely file mandatory 21-day and 7-day pre-general reports; failing to timely and accurately report debt and receipt of contributions; and by failing to provide campaign books of account for inspection. It was further alleged that during election year 2024, the Committee
violated RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18-010 by failing to include complete sponsor identification on political advertisements; failing to conform to formatting requirements; and using an assumed name for the sponsor identification. As to Mr. Scott personally, he is alleged to have violated RCW 42.17A.445 and WAC 390-16-238 by expending campaign funds for impermissible personal use.
The parties jointly submitted a signed Stipulation as to Facts and Violations, (Stipulation). Ms. Giles-Klein presented the Stipulation, reviewed the aggravating and mitigating factors, summarized the facts and asked the Commission to accept the Stipulation. Mr. Scott was available for questions and confirmed the information provided by Ms. Giles-Klein. The Respondent took responsibility and asked the Commission to accept the Stipulation. The Commission voted 4-0 to accept the Stipulation as submitted.
Based upon the stipulated Findings of Fact and the Commission’s Conclusions of Law, the Commission accepts the agreed Stipulation of the parties as to Facts and Violations. After review of the mitigating and aggravating factors and consideration of the arguments and exhibits presented at hearing, the Commission assesses an aggregate civil penalty on Respondent TheFighting 43rd of $10,000 with $5,000 suspended. In addition, the Commission assesses a civil penalty on Respondent Shaun Scott of $1,000 with $500 suspended.
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PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}, {""who"" : ""Shaun Scott"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-04"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-11-02"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty for impermissible use of campaign funds"", ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Reimbursement to 2024 campaign of $756 w/in 90days; pays non-suspended amount w/in 90 days; and remains in full compliance for four years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-10-10"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 11:57:59 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5758 8065 175159 07/07/2025 08/04/2025 PDC Staff Grant R Wagner Grant R Wagner: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1On July 07, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), disclosing personal financial information for Calendar Year 2024, which was due to be filed by April 15, 2025.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 29, 2025, Grant R Wagner had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175172 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175172 Jeff Hyslop Statement of Understanding.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8078/175172%20Jeff%20Hyslop%20Statement%20of%20Understanding.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jeff Hyslop"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2025-07-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Statement of Understanding"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-07-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - SOU""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/02/2025 02:03:53 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 5760 7713 172566 05/17/2025 05/16/2025 08/04/2025 Conner Edwards Alan Rubio Alan Rubio: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .320 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, and include sponsor address on campaign website. (EY25 MAY25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "This case alleged that Alan Rubio (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235, .250, and .320 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and include sponsor address on a candidate website.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning his failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of 1) providing complete sponsor ID on political advertising, including his candidate website; and 2) timely amending reports within 21 days of the original reports, whenever possible, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/172566 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""172566 Alan Rubio Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7713/172566%20Alan%20Rubio%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""172566 Alan Rubio Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7713/172566%20Alan%20Rubio%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""172566 Alan Rubio Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7713/172566%20Alan%20Rubio%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/04/2025 03:55:56 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5761 8109 175203 07/07/2025 09/03/2025 PDC Staff LINDSTRUM ANNA L LINDSTRUM ANNA L: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report legal expenses. Specifically, the complaint alleged that Jane Fonda Climate PAC (the “Respondent”) utilized a law firm to respond to a previous PDC complaint but did not disclose the cost thereof as an expenditure or in-kind contribution on subsequent reports filed with the PDC.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/170918 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""170918 Jane Fonda Climate PAC Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7692/170918%20Jane%20Fonda%20Climate%20PAC%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""170918 Jane Fonda Climate PAC Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7692/170918%20Jane%20Fonda%20Climate%20PAC%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""170918 Jane Fonda Climate PAC Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""170918 Jane Fonda Climate PAC Dismissal Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7692/170918%20Jane%20Fonda%20Climate%20PAC%20Dismissal%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}]" 08/04/2025 09:15:10 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 5763 7677 170468 04/06/2025 04/06/2025 08/04/2025 Conner Edwards North Thurston Citizens for Schools North Thurston Citizens for Schools: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately report contributions. (EY28 APR25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Education "The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately disclose contributions on reports filed in 2024 and 2025 for election year 2028. Specifically, the complaint alleged that North Thurston Citizens for Schools (the “Respondent”) failed to accurately report the following information: 1) income received on December 6, 2024, from a “Penny Auction” drawing; 2) the names and addresses of the vendors from which individuals purchased the in-kind contributions they made to the Respondent for the purposes of the Penny Auction; and 3) required contributor details on reports, including contributor name and address, occupation, and employer name and address.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely and accurately disclose monetary and in-kind contributions. PDC staff expect the committee to timely and accurately report all contributions in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. PDC staff also reminded the committee about the importance of amending reports within 21 days of the original filing, whenever possible, in accordance with PDC laws, rules and guidance.
The allegation that the Respondent's fundraiser was not a “gambling operation” as defined by the WA State Gambling Commission (WSGC) is a matter that must be determined by WSGC and does not fall under the purview or jurisdiction of the PDC. The Respondent was encouraged to follow up with the WSGC to ensure the committee is aware of their current requirements under RCW 9.46.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Summary and Resolution
It appears that, prior to the complaint, you were not fully aware of what records needed to be kept for public inspection. You did respond to the complainant’s request with the available information, with the exception of copies of the political advertising for earlier years.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of the requirements under RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050. Staff expects that you will implement and maintain the process you described to identify political advertising and retain required records.
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The PDC recognizes the amendments to your 2024 reports to reflect the debt to Western States Regional Council of Carpenters for payment of legal services. PDC staff previously dismissed all election year 2024 allegations involving RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 as part of the formal warning issued Building a Stronger Washington in PDC Case 164506. The allegations in this case are closely related, and the prior warning is sufficient to cover them. This case is dismissed in accordance RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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It appears that the Committee inadvertently filed as both an election year and continuing committee, but after working with PDC staff, Committee officers were able to correct the registrations and reporting for the elections the committee participated in during 2022, 2024 and 2025.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contributions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation the Committee timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for calendar years 2022-2024 and the February 2025 election that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: July 24, 2025 at 9:40 a.m.
Place: 711 Capitol Way Rm. 206
Olympia, WA 98504
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: July 24, 2025 at 9:40 a.m.
Place: 711 Capitol Way Rm. 206
Olympia, WA 98504
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed on August 7, 2024. The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.250 for failure to timely and accurately report as an out-of-state political committee.
Applicable Laws & Rules
RCW 42.17A.250 requires an out-of-state political committee organized for the purpose of supporting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions in another state that is not otherwise required to report under RCW 42.17.205 through .240 when it makes an expenditure supporting or opposing a Washington state candidate or political committee.
Background & Findings
The complaint alleged that IFA-PAC (“The Committee”), an out-of-state political committee affiliated with the National Association of Insurance Agents and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), is required to report when it makes a contribution or other expenditure of more than $50 to or on behalf of a Washington state candidate or political committee. Specifically, the complainant included a link to a C-3 report disclosing a May 2024 contribution from IFA-PAC to Insurance & Financial Advisors Political Action Committee of Washington (Washington IFAPAC).
Summary and Resolution
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely register as an in-state political committee and failure to timely and accurately report contributions from Washington state contributors. The formal written warning includes the staff’s expectation that you file timely and accurate future required reports of contributions and/or expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting for calendar year 2024 and the first seven months of 2025 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed. However, failure to comply with PDC requirements in the future may lead to an enforcement action.
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on July 18, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditures on Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports in election year 2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and C-4 reports pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
The Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $600 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), for an acknowledged third occasion of a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: failing to timely submit Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports identifying expenditures during the 2024 election and the primary election period of 2025. The $600 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Three late pre-election C-4 reports for 2025 were received one day before or on the day of the election, which is an aggravating factor because it deprived the public of information during a time-sensitive period in the election cycle. However, these reports were also partially mitigated by minimal or no expenditure activity and other mitigating factors that minimized their impact on the public. The committee’s total expenditures for 2025 were relatively modest overall, which is also mitigating.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports in 2024 and 2025. PDC staff expect the committee to timely and accurately file all required of contributions and expenditures in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made a minor or ministerial error on a required C-4 report, which did not materially harm the public interest. They made the necessary technical correction to amend the committee’s carryforward starting balance for 2025 to match their ending balance for 2024 within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
PDC staff reminded the committee about the importance of including complete expenditure description details on C-4 reports, including vendor name and address, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). No evidence supports the finding of a violation for any of the allegations made in the complaint.
The complaint alleged the following:
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b) states that it is a violation to sponsor with “actual malice” a statement constituting “libel or defamation per se” in political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent.
RCW 42.17A.335(3) states it is not a violation for a candidate to make statements described in Section (1)(b) about the candidate himself or herself because a candidate cannot defame himself or herself.
Background and Findings
Tosh Sharp is an incumbent councilmember in the City of Tukwila and is therefore allowed to ask voters to reelect him to the council even though he is running for a different position than the position he currently holds. All council positions are considered to be the same office.
Because Sharp is running for the same office, he is not required to obtain written approval from the contributors making up the amount of surplus funds transferred to the new campaign nor is he required to disclose the names of the individual contributors making up the transferred surplus funds on a C-3 report of contributions received since surplus funds are not new contributions subject to contribution limits.
The Sharp campaign timely and accurately reported its reused yard signs on its May 2025 C-4 report as in-kind contributions valued at $2,500.
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PDC staff have processed this complaint accordingly and taken the following steps:
Publication of this complaint under WAC 390-32-030(2) constitutes its final disposition under RCW 42.17A.755. If you have questions, you may contact PDC staff at 360-753-1111, toll-free at 1-877- 601- 2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of July 31, 2025, Lawrence Allen Frank had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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The initial complaint alleged a violation by AARP No on I 2124 Sponsored by AARP Washington State (the Committee) of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to disclose contributions and expenditures for payment of an enforcement penalty and payment of legal expenses incurred.
The supplemental complaint alleged violations by the Committee of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, as follows:
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
In accordance with WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
In this instance, the failure to timely file C-4 Reports for April and May 2025 to disclose in-kind contributions for legal services and the payment of an enforcement penalty, and the failure to include subvendor addresses does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
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There was no evidence to support a finding that Progress Alliance of Washington is required to register and report as a political committee and the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
mplaint alleged that Progress Alliance of Washington (Washington Progress Alliance or WPA) may be an unregistered political committee based on the definitions of ""Political Committee"" and ""Person"" in RCW 42.17A.005(41) and (39), respectively, and on the ""Primary Purpose Test"" in the Commission's Interpretation 07-02.
Interpretation 07-02 is the Commission’s Primary Purpose test to determine whether an entity is a political committee based on whether one of its primary purposes is to affect governmental decision-making by supporting or opposing candidates or ballot propositions.
Background and Findings
Application of PDC Interpretation 07-02 (Primary Purpose Test) to Progress Alliance of Washington
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
• The Respondent registered with the PDC on May 18, 2025, under the Full Reporting option, for the position of Mayor of the City of Bremerton.
• Upon review of the evidence, the yard signs indicated in the complaint were missing complete sponsor identification. The Respondent is not proceeding on to the general election and has indicated that their ""goal is to have all yard signs removed ASAP.""
• The Respondent has not been warned, admitted to a violation, or found in violation this election cycle.
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising. They are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future. For more information about PDC requirements, see the 'Political Advertising Guide' section of the PDC website.
This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by Kenneth Mobley (the “Respondent”) for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, specifically that 1) May activity disclosed on the 21-day pre-Primary C-4 report (covering 5/18/25-7/14/25) was late; 2) the 21-day C-4 report was likely inaccurate because it was filed early; 3) the candidate filing fee was not disclosed; and 4) an in-kind contribution was missing vendor information and the number of yard signs purchased.
Based on the attached findings, the PDC determined that the violations of PDC laws and rules made by the Respondent were remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure ($60) and contribution ($150) involved totaled no more than the contribution limit set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2), were inadvertent and minor, and have been cured. They did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation. In addition, the Respondent filed and amended the required reports within 21 days after they were due to be filed and substantially met filing deadlines for all other required reports within the preceding 12 months.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of providing sufficient details for in-kind contributions on C-4 reports, including vendor name and address and the number of items purchased; and 2) timely amending reports within 21 days of the original, whenever possible, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting and sponsor identification must be at least 10 percent of the largest type used, or 10-point font, whichever is greater; do not screen or half-tone the text. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
As of August 4, 2025, Karianna Wilson had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, a candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their registration report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate's election participation, and their financial activity.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(7), expenditures are disclosed on C-4 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person to whom an expenditure was made in the aggregate of more than $750 during the period covered by the report; 2) the amount, date, and purpose of each expenditure; and 3) the total sum of all expenditures. Purpose details should state the goods or services provided by the vendor, including the number of items purchased, identify any candidates or ballot propositions supported or opposed by the expenditure, and the name & address of any sub-vendors used. For advertising expenditures, campaigns should describe the type and number of ads, where they appeared or were broadcast, and when (e.g. run dates). An in-kind contribution is disclosed like an expenditure on the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activity (ORCA) software.
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the Respondent does appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political advertising and to file timely and accurate reports. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEREK LEE
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/19/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-044 300.00 200.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10044.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2132/10044.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10044.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DEREK LEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-04-11"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-02-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:15:16 AM 5788 8129 175223 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Paul E Rogge Paul E Rogge: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 4, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports in the 2022 and 2024 election years and RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to update the Committee Registration (C1-pc) to include the sponsor’s name in the committee’s name.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235(2) states that each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, is required to file a statement of organization under this chapter, and shall file with the commission a report, for each election in which a candidate, political committee, or incidental committee is participating, containing the information required by RCW 42.17A.240 on the twenty-first day and the seventh day immediately preceding the date on which the election is held.
Background and Findings
The complaint alleged that Citizens ‘Vote Yes for Our RFA’ (“The Committee”), a committee that first registered as a single-election committee for the 2022 election but then amended its registration to continuing to participate in the 2024 primary election, failed to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditure reports. It also alleged The Committee failed to update the Committee Registrations (C-1pcs) for both years.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file two contribution and expenditure reports and failure to update the C-1pc does not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures and update the C-1pc reports to include The Committee’s sponsor’s name. The PDC staff expects you to update your C-1pc when required and timely file accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any allegations regarding reporting by The Committee for 2022 through the seven months of 2025 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby also dismissed.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), for an acknowledged 1st violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 in calendar year 2021 and 2023, for a $150 civil penalty; a 2nd violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 in calendar year 2024, for a $150 civil penalty; and a 3rd violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 between January 1 and July 29, 2025, for a $150 civil penalty, for failing to timely and accurately file Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) and Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports. The $450 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with commission a report of all contributions received, and expenditures made as a political committee on the next reporting date pursuant to the timeline established in the statute.
Background and Findings
The complaint alleged that Vote4islandhealth Sponsored by Island Health Foundation (The Committee), a single year ballot committee participating in the April 2025 special election, failed to timely and accurately file expenditure reports and exceeded the mini reporting contribution limit.
Summary and Resolution
It appears that the failure to timely and accurately file the three reports filed by The Committee was a result of an oversight by The Committee, while the failure to adhere/commit to receiving no more than $500 in contributions from any one source/contributor appears to be the result of a lack of understanding of the requirements regarding a committee registered under the mini reporting option. The acceptance of an overlimit contribution is partially mitigated by The Committee’s filing of additional reports with the PDC, beyond what would have been required for a committee in compliance with mini reporting requirements, reducing the impact on the public.
Based on our findings, the staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the required contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports and comply with the contribution limits for political committees registered under mini reporting do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, The Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file the required contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports and the failure to seek approval from the PDC to change its registration to full reporting. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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However, staff reminded James Pitzer about the importance of following the reporting requirements for the reporting option selected and including sponsor identification on his campaign website.
The complaint alleged the following:
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 - A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on C-3 reports and C-4 reports pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election participation, and their financial activity.
RCW 42.17A.320 requires sponsor identification to be included on political advertising. The sponsor identification is required to include the words ""Paid for by"" or ""Sponsored by,"" followed by the name and mailing address of the sponsor. There are also size and visual contrast requirements. These include that the sponsor identification must be the larger of ten-point type or type that is at least ten percent of the largest size type used in an advertisement directed at more than one voter, such as a yard sign, not be subject to the half-tone or screening process and be set apart from any other printed matter.
Background and Findings
· James Pitzer was a first-time candidate when he ran for Pullman City Council in 2025. Pitzer did not advance to the General Election.
· Pitzer initially filed Candidate Registrations on May 5 and July 15, 2025, selecting the Mini Reporting Option. Pitzer stayed within the limits of the Mini Reporting Option.
· Although not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports of contributions and expenditures, Pitzer filed a C-4 report covering the period May 15 to May 31, 2025 on July 6, 2025, which was 26 days after the due date for a C-4 with a report end date of May 31. The report included $700 in contributions and $654.14 in expenditures.
· Even though C-3 reports are not required for candidates under the Mini Reporting Option, Pitzer filed C-3 reports on July 15, reporting a $200 contribution from the candidate, two contributions totaling $500, and two $500 contributions. Pitzer filed two additional C-4 reports on July 15, covering the periods June 1 to July 14, 2025 and July 15 to July 28, 2025.
· Pitzer states he understood the limits of the Mini Reporting Option but did not understand that he was not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports.
· Pitzer stated that, moving forward, he will continue to maintain accurate financial records and will update his campaign website to reflect the required sponsor identification.
· Pitzer added sponsor identification to his website after being made aware of the requirement.
PDC staff determined that in this instance, filing C-3 and C-4 reports late when they were not required to be filed and failing to include sponsor identification on his campaign website did not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
The complaint filed by Conner Edwards (the ""Complainant"") alleged that Southwest WA Electricians PAC 48 of WA (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.205(5) and WAC 390-16-011 by failing to include their sponsor in the committee’s name, and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, specifically a June monthly or 21-day pre-Primary C-4 report.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to timely file a pre-election C-4 report for 2025 and timely disclose their sponsored name on a C-1 report. In the future, PDC staff expect the committee to timely file all required reports of contributions and expenditures, including pre-election reports, and timely report their sponsored committee name as required. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Complainant for election year 2025 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects them to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with commission a report of all contributions received and expenditures made on the next reporting date pursuant to the timeline established in the statute.
RCW 42.17A.240 requires each treasurer of a candidate or political committee, or an incidental committee, to file with the commission a report including/depicting the contributor’s occupation and the employer’s name and address.
Background and Findings
The complaint alleged that WA Public Employees Association UFCW Local 365 (The Committee), a continuing committee in the 2025 election year, failed to timely and accurately file contributions and expenditure (C-4) reports.
In the response to the complaint received on May 17, 2025, The Committee, by way of Whitney Wenzel, stated: “While I cannot deny that the reports were submitted late to which we in the past have had an impeccable history of our reports being submitted on time, I also do believe they were filled accurately to the best of my knowledge and understanding of the PDC guidelines. As a union we are required to report the time our staff is paid for their time rendered.”
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the required C-4 reports does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file some of The Committee’s C-4 reports to include expenditure detail/description for the in-kind contribution received by The Committee. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On May 16, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, may have violated RCW 42.17.335 for sponsoring political advertising that makes a false statement or claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization.
The staff's review noted that while the PDC staff found no evidence of knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard of the truth on the part of the Respondent or any evidence of the injury required to prove libel or defamation, the advertising at issue was misleading to the public and the staff issued a reminder letter to the Respondent.
Accordingly, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/172610 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""172610 Ann Davison Complaint Disposition Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7717/172610%20Ann%20Davison%20Complaint%20Disposition%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Reminder""}, {""file_name"" : ""172610 Ann Davison Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7717/172610%20Ann%20Davison%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""172610 Ann Davison Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7717/172610%20Ann%20Davison%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""172610 Ann Davison Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 08/12/2025 11:22:12 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5801 8247 177021 08/01/2025 08/01/2025 Katherine McInroy, Sharon Ilstrup Democratic Woodinville Sponsored by Jeff Lyon Democratic Woodinville Sponsored by Jeff Lyon: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .255 & .440 for failure to disclose independent expenditures, contributions & expenditures; using more than one committee to support a candidate during an election RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.40.110/42.17A.440 Investigation of Possible Violation Political Committee - OtherBased on the attached findings, PDC staff resolved this case via a Technical Correction. The Respondent made a minor or ministerial error on a required report (C-4 report) which did not materially harm the public interest. The committee made the necessary technical correction to amend their 2024 ending balance to match their 2025 beginning balance within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
PDC staff also reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely submitting C-4 reports by the 10th day of the following month when they receive or spend more than $750 since the last report filed, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance. This reporting threshold applies to those months in which the committee is not participating in an election. Election participation triggers a different (accelerated) reporting schedule.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 12, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A. 235, .240 and .220 for accepting over limit anonymous contributions and failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions on contribution (C-3) reports.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177327 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177327 Terrence Lerma Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8267/177327%20Terrence%20%20Lerma%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""177327 Terrence Lerma Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""177327 Terrence Lerma Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8267/177327%20Terrence%20%20Lerma%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/12/2026 07:32:56 AM 2025 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5804 7656 169863 04/01/2025 03/31/2025 08/13/2025 Conner Edwards HOSPITALS FOR A HEALTHY FUTURE PAC Hospitals for A Healthy Future (PAC): Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to accurately and timely file contribution and expenditure reports. (EY25 MAR25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Other "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on March 31, 2025, and May 20, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports during calendar years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
The Committee has no prior enforcement matters with the Commission. Staff found no evidence that the untimeliness or inaccuracy was intentional or otherwise meant to conceal campaign activity from the public.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately file four C-3 reports and six C-4 reports during calendar years 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. The $300 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case.
The complaints included allegations regarding late C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing activity for calendar year 2021 that are beyond the statute of limitations for enforcement action per RCW 42.17A.770.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for calendar years 2023 and 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), staff sent a formal written warning concerning the Respondent’s failure to timely register and report for his 2025 reelection campaign. Staff expects that Tyler Byrd will timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Background and Findings
· Tyler Byrd was first elected to the Whatcom County Council in 2017. He was reelected in 2021 and ran for reelection in 2025 but was defeated in the 2025 primary election.
· Byrd had unspent funds at the end of his 2021 campaign totaling $19,350.31. Byrd stated he always intended to run for reelection in 2025 and maintained his email address, websites, video databases, and other on-going campaign subscription expenses in anticipation of running for reelection in 2025.
· Byrd’s treasurer moved to Idaho after filing the final report for the 2021 general election. Byrd stated he did not understand, at that time, that because he intended to use the surplus from the 2021 campaign for his reelection campaign in 2025, he was required to file a new candidate registration and report the on-going reelection subscription expenses when they crossed the threshold for reporting, beginning in 2022.
· On April 13, 2025, three months before the complaint was filed, Byrd hired Bruce Ayers of Ayers Consulting to serve as treasurer for his 2025 campaign and to file all missing reports. Ayers brought the 2025 reporting up to date and amended 2021 reports to include additional descriptive information for expenditures. The 2025 reporting and amendments to the 2021 reports were completed before the complaint was filed.
· Byrd said he did not campaign or accept contributions for reelection in 2025 until after all reporting was brought up to date.
· Byrd stated he did not send broadcast emails after the 2021 campaign and only maintained the MailChimp subscription to ensure the data and assets were not lost and for future use in his 2025 reelection campaign.
· Byrd also stated that the FlyWheel subscription that includes email services is not an email broadcast service. He said he did not use the service to send any emails.
· Byrd stated that his reelection campaign ended on August 5, 2025 when he finished third in the primary election.
Summary and Resolution
Tyler Byrd was reelected to the Whatcom County Council in 2021 and finished his campaign with a surplus. He did not initially understand that because he intended to run for reelection 2025, he needed to file a candidate registration and file expenditure reports when reporting thresholds were met. Byrd hired Bruce Ayers of Ayers Consulting to file all missing reports for his 2025 campaign. Ayers also amended 2021 reports to better describe expenditure descriptions. All reports were submitted before the complaint was filed. Byrd lost in the 2025 primary election.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 7, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 .320 & .405 for failure to accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports & failure to include complete sponsor id on website & for over-limit contributions.
Mini-to-full applicants are required to file all contribution and expenditure reports from the beginning of their campaign to current day before their campaign can be approved for full reporting. The complaint was filed with the PDC on August 11, 2025, after the mini-to-full approval process was initiated. You took action to come into compliance with the mini reporting limits as part of that application process.
PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of disclosing complete sponsor identification on candidate’s campaign website in accordance with the PDC’s statutes and rules.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177393 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177393 Andy Song Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8269/177393%20Andy%20Song%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""177393 Andy Song Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Dismissal""}, {""file_name"" : ""177393 Andy Song Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8269/177393%20Andy%20Song%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/12/2026 07:33:58 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5807 8262 177142 07/30/2025 07/29/2025 06/15/2026 Jeffrey Lyon First District Democrats First District Democrats: Alleged violations RCW 42.17A.255, .260, .235 & .240 for failure to timely report independent expenditures or electioneering communications and for failure to timely and accurately disclose expenditures on reports (EY25 JUL25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260 Violation Found by Commission Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against Housing Solutions Coalition by Abby Lawler on behalf of her client Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund on March 26, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.640 for failure to register and report a grassroots lobbying campaign and for failure to include complete sponsor identification on grassroots lobbying materials.
It appears that the Respondent acted in good faith when using its registered lobbyist to disclose its grassroots lobbying activity. Additionally, while the mailer did not include the address of the sponsor, it clearly identified that Housing Solutions Coalition had paid for the ad. The Respondent has not been the subject of prior enforcement action.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37- 060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely registration and accurate disclosure of a grassroots lobbying campaign, and failure to include complete sponsor identification on written advertising for a grassroots lobbying campaign. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that the Respondent timely register and report grassroots lobbying and include the required sponsor information on written advertisement in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/169883 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""169883 Housing Solutions Coalition Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7659/169883%20Housing%20Solutions%20Coalition%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169883 Housing Solutions Coalition (PAC) Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7659/169883%20Housing%20Solutions%20Coalition%20%28PAC%29%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""169883 Housing Solutions Coalition Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/7659/169883%20Housing%20Solutions%20Coalition%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}]" 08/13/2025 12:08:21 PM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5810 7995 174130 06/04/2025 06/03/2025 08/22/2025 Megan Chandler Shaina Langley Shaina Langley: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting overlimit contributions (EY24 JUN25) RCW 29B.40.020/42.17A.405 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Megan Chandler on June 3, 2025. The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting an overlimit contribution in violation of Chapter 42.17A. RCW.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.405(2) limits candidates to receiving $1,200 in contributions from any one individual or per person for each election in which the candidate’s name appears on the ballot.
Background and Findings
On April 25, 2025, your campaign filed a Candidate Registration (C-1) report and selected the Full Reporting Option.
Summary and Resolution
It appears that the campaign was under the impression that there would be additional opponents in the primary and forgot to refund the overlimit contribution. Additionally, the campaign took responsibility by refunding the overlimit contribution and filing a report disclosing the refund.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to adhere to the statutory contribution limits does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, your campaign is receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to adhere to the statutory contribution limits. This formal written warning includes the staff’s expectation that you will adhere to the statutory contribution limits in all future campaigns. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which was no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see attached copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: July 17, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which was no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see attached copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: July 17, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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""When I installed the repurposed signs including the one that is the subject of the complaint, I used a permanent marker and wrote on the sign “Paid for by Elect Misty Flowers” on the sign. I measured my largest font and made sure my permanent marker Paid For: was larger than 10% of my largest font on the sign.
“Paid For by Elect Misty Flowers” is on the sign in the picture, lower right corner, included with the subject complaint. But it is not apparent due to the angle of the complaint picture. However, I note that I did not add the required campaign address to that sign. Upon receipt of the complaint, I immediately added the address to the Paid For: and will continue to ensure that all repurposed and new large campaign signs and yard signs have the required ID and are compliant.
The complaints filed in this case alleged that Dxwlalip Leaders Sponsored by Tulalip Tribes of Washington (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and .265 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on reports for election year 2024. Specifically, these complaints alleged that Dxwlalip Leaders failed to timely file reports based on the accelerated reporting schedule for a 2024 election participant, including 21-day pre-General and 7-day pre-General C-4 reports, and timely disclose a $30,000 Last Minute Contribution made prior to the 2024 Primary Election and a $40,000 contribution received after the Primary Election.
After conducting a preliminary review and assessment of complaints filed by Conner Edwards, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (also referred to as a Case Status Review), on February 14, 2025, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
Based on the attached findings, the Respondent completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely report a $40,000 contribution received in election year 2024.The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegation concerning this late-reported contribution.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent also received a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose Last-Minute Contributions made prior to an election. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely disclose all Last-Minute Contributions in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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However, based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to 1) include sponsor ID on signs/banners as required per RCW 42.17A.320; and 2) timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures for 2025 pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Staff expect the Respondent to include sponsor ID on all political advertising and timely file all required reports in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The Respondent also made a minor or ministerial error on a required report (C-4 report) which did not materially harm the public interest. She made the necessary technical correction (to amend her campaign start date so the correct 2025 beginning balance now appears) within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff, as required for a matter resolved as a technical correction. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects that the Respondent will timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects that the Respondent will timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Michael Geer-Wagenblast on April 2, 2025. The complaint alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities or resources to support or oppose a ballot measure/proposition.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
WAC 390-05-271 states that .555 does not restrict the right of individuals to express their own personal views concerning supporting or opposing any candidate or ballot proposition, provided that such expression does not involve the use of public office or agency facilities. The rule also says that .555 does not prevent a public officer or agency from 1) making facilities available on a nondiscriminatory, equal access basis for political uses; or 2) making an objective and fair presentation of facts relevant to a ballot proposition (commonly referred to as a “Fact Sheet”) provided such action is part of the office or agency’s normal and regular conduct.
Background and Findings
Pacific District Hospital 2 (Willapa Harbor Hospital) is a public district hospital located in South Bend, Washington. It placed a bond measure on the ballot for the February 2024 and April 2025 elections to build a new hospital. Both measures failed.
In PDC Interpretation No. 04-02, Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns, the Commission held that “it is not only the right, but the responsibility of local government to inform the general public of the operational and maintenance issues facing local agencies.” Accordingly, the Interpretation states that “[t]he PDC will presume that every agency may distribute throughout its jurisdiction an objective and fair presentation of the facts for each ballot measure,” typically a jurisdiction-wide “fact sheet” mailing. Such a presentation must accurately portray the cost and other anticipated impacts of a ballot proposition and must not promote or oppose the proposition in the tenor or tone of the language used. An “objective and fair presentation of the facts” concerning a property tax levy may include an explanation, in neutral, factual terms, of the outcome anticipated if the proposition is rejected by voters.
In addition, an “objective and fair presentation of the facts” must avoid the following:
Finally, if an agency wishes to go beyond a single jurisdiction-wide mailed “fact sheet,” for example, to make multiple election-related communications or communications in multiple formats, the agency must be able to demonstrate the additional communications are a part of the agency’s normal and regular conduct. In other words, that the method, format, and frequency is typical of how the agency routinely communicates with its audience.
Summary and Resolution
Some of the district's Facebook content and the op-ed written by Ms. Polanco using the facilities of the hospital are not consistent with permissible activities outlined in PDC Interpretation 04-02 – Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns. Testimonials about medical care received at the hospital, calls to think of future generations and the discussion of potential secondary benefits are more appropriately the purview of a ballot measure committee established for the purpose of promoting the bond and funded by donors who support the effort.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Pacific Hospital District 2 officials, Chief Financial Officer Kimberly Polanco and CEO Matthew Kempton are receiving a formal written warning concerning the use of public facilities to promote a ballot proposition. This formal written warning includes the staff’s expectation that you will not in the future use public resources to influence the outcome of a ballot measure. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, the Respondent is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all expenses, income and activity. PDC staff expects that the Respondent will timely and accurately file all future required reports of expenses, income and activity. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on July 30, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report contribution (C-3) & expenditure (C-4) reports for election year 2024.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Respondent was a candidate for Public Utilities Commissioner of the Douglas PUD 01 – ELE. On May 24, 2024, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely report a contribution and failure to provide run dates for political advertising.
· On August 06, 2025, PDC staff sent a copy of the complaint to Respondent. Respondent worked with PDC staff to update the reports to include the missing contribution and run dates for political advertising.
· Respondent does not have previous violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Demi Daman:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on July 30, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .320 & WAC 390-16-125 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures, failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign website and exceeding mini reporting limits.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
WAC 390-16-125 states that a candidate or political committee that registers under the mini reporting option must stay within the mini limit requirements. Committees registered as such may not accept more than $500 in the aggregate from any one source and cannot raise or spend more than $7,000. When a committee selects mini reporting upon registration and remains under the limits for mini reporting, the committee is not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures.
Background and Findings
Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member in the City of Mount Vernon. On April 22, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Mini Reporting Option.
The complaint alleged failure to accurately
report expenditures (C-4) reports, failure to provide sponsor identification on
campaign website and exceeding mini reporting limits.
· On August 06, 2025, PDC staff sent a copy of the complaint to Respondent. In response the candidate explained they believed they were in compliance with mini reporting thresholds, and the discrepancies were not meant to conceal activities. Furthermore, the response stated that the campaign wished to change to full reporting to provide full transparency.
· Respondent submitted a written request to switch her candidacy from mini to full reporting on August 21, 2025. Respondent worked with PDC staff to get her campaign within the mini filing requirements and was approved for full reporting on August 29, 2025.
· Respondent updated the campaign website to include complete sponsor identification. It is PDC staff’s opinion that further sponsor identification is not required on the donate page in these circumstances.
· Additionally, Respondent updated all expenditure detail to include quantities of political advertising, vendor names and addresses.
· Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclose expenditures, failure to provide sponsor identification on campaign website and exceeding mini reporting limits. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, provide sponsor identification on political advertising and to strictly adhere to the contribution and expenditure limits while registered under mini reporting or to timely request to switch to the “full reporting” option. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based
on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation
that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the
circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to
consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or
as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has
occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with
the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not
warranted.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning communications supporting or opposing a candidate during a public meeting and through email correspondence. Staff expects that you will refrain from supporting or opposing candidates or ballot measures during public meetings, through electronic communications, or through the use public facilities in any other manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Accordingly, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177587 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177587 Leslie Richards Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8277/177587%20Leslie%20Richards%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""177587 Leslie Richards Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""177587 Leslie Richards Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8277/177587%20Leslie%20Richards%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""177587 Leslie Richards Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8277/177587%20Leslie%20Richards%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""177587 Leslie Richards Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 03/12/2026 07:34:26 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5825 8278 177591 08/04/2025 08/03/2025 01/02/2026 Pamela Carter Tosh Sharp Tosh Sharp: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to timely & accurately disclose real estate owned on the Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) (CY23-24; AUG25) jkdsljflajsdl RCW 29B.55.030/42.17A.710 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Pamela Carter on August 3, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to timely & accurately disclose real estate owned on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely & accurately disclose real estate owned on F-1 reports for multiple calendar years. Staff expects that you accurately file all future F-1 reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file C-4 reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures during calendar years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Any allegations regarding reporting by the Committee for calendar years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 that are not otherwise addressed are hereby dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On July 30, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Respondent Frank Archer, a 2025 candidate for School Director, Position 1, in Puyallup SD 003, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately submit reports disclosing the required expenditure detail and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertisement.
The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to include the required expenditure detail on its expenditure reports. The staff also found that the campaign failed to include the required sponsor identification language on political advertisement, as required by the statutory scheme.
Based on the above finding(s), the staff issued a reminder to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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Wayne Nichols:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisement as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future. Additionally, for future reference, the PDC staff shared its expectation regarding making sure that the Respondent displays sponsor identification and party preference in an area set apart from the ad text and using at least 10-point type, or 10 percent of the largest size type used, whichever is greater and not to screen or half-tone the text, in all future campaigns. .
On July 30, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Respondent James Jeyaraj, a 2025 candidate for City Council Member, Position 6, in the City of Auburn in the 2025 election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately submit reports disclosing the required expenditure detail and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on the campaign website.
The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to include the required expenditure detail and/or in-kind expenditure details on its expenditure reports. The staff also found that the campaign failed to include the required sponsor identification language on its campaign website, as required by the statutory scheme.
Based on the above findings, the staff issued a formal
warning letter to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with
RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On July 18, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint alleging that the Respondent in this matter, failed to file the 21-day pre-primary C-4 report.
As a committee participating in the 2025 primary election cycle, The Committee was required to file its 21-day C-4 report no later than July 15, for activity covering June 1 – July 14, 2025 and the 7-day C-4 report no later than July 29, for activity covering July 15 – July 28, 2025. The staff reviewed the C-4 reports filed by The Committee and noted that The Committee filed monthly C-4 reports instead of filing based on the statutory filing timeline/deadlines for a committee participating in the 2025 primary election cycle. As such, for the 21-day pre-primary C-4 report, which was due on July 15, 2025, the activity covering June 1 – 30, 2025 was filed on July 9, 2025, while the activity covering July 1 – 14 was filed late on August 5, 2025.
The staff issued a formal warning to resolve the matter.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Gary Perman on July 29, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditures on reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Candidates are required to register pursuant to RCW 42.17A.205 by filing a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) with the PDC within two weeks of candidacy. A candidate that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1 report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the candidate’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Camas. On June 9, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· Upon PDC staff review, it appears the candidate’s C-4 reports were filed timely and accurately.
· Respondent does not have previous violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
PDC staff found no evidence of failure to timely report expenditures. All the campaign’s C-3 and C-4 reports were timely, and they account for the expenses at issue in the complaint. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) after reviewing the complaint filed by Diane Washburn on September 23, 2025. The complaint alleged that political advertising, in the form of campaign yard signs, did not include proper sponsor identification.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, to include the sponsor's name and address. The sponsor identification must include the words ""Paid for by"" or ""Sponsored by,"" followed by the name and mailing address of the sponsor.
WAC 390-18-010 includes size and visual contrast requirements. These include that the sponsor identification must be in the larger of ten-point type, or type that is ten percent of the largest size type used in the advertisement directed at more than one voter, such as a yard sign, and not be subject to the half-tone or screening process, and be set apart from any other printed matter.
Background and Findings
· Jim Kastama served in the 25th Legislative District as a State Representative from 1996 to 2000 and in the State Senate from 2000 to 2012. He was elected to the Puyallup City Council in 2017 and was reelected in 2021. Kastama also serves as Mayor of Puyallup in the city’s council-Manager form of government.
· On Sep. 25, 2025, Jim Kastama responded to the complaint, saying his campaign signs were designed in accordance with current regulations and included sponsor identification reading, “Paid for by Voters for Jim Kastama, 418 8th Ave, Puyallup, WA 98372” in 10-point font. Kastama said the sponsor identification is readable but acknowledged that the sign printer cut off a little too much from the bottom of some of the signs, making the sponsor identification harder to read on those signs. Kastama said he would order a “patch” to make the sponsor identification clearer and would apply the patch to all signs as soon as possible.
· One week later, on Oct. 2, 2025, Kastama followed up, stating he had examined his signs and would address the issue by: (1) leaving signs in place that clearly show proper sponsor identification, which he said included compliant size requirements; and (2) replacing signs where sponsor identification was cut into the letters, making them difficult to read. Kastama said he would replace these signs with new signs that included the required information clearly marked. Kastama said any signs removed due to letters being cut too closely would be repaired and redeployed.
· When asked on Oct. 2 when the sign corrections would be completed, Kastama said he was starting the replacements in the evening of Oct. 2 and would be finished within a few days.
· The complainant also expressed concern that the signs included an endorsement reading, “Endorsed by Puyallup Police” without an explicit statement that the Puyallup Police Association, and not the city’s police department, had endorsed Kastama. The complainant acknowledged, Kastama stated, and staff confirmed, that the signs included, in the letter “E” of the word “Police,” the abbreviation “ASSOC” to clarify that the Puyallup Police Association, and not the city’s police department, had endorsed Jim Kastama for Puyallup City Council. The complainant expressed concern that the reference to the police association was not clearer.
Summary and Resolution
The sponsor identification was difficult to read on some of Jim Kastama’s campaign signs because the printer inadvertently cut too close to the sponsor identification near the bottom of the signs. Kastama confirmed that he was correcting the signs that were too difficult to read with a sponsor identification patch. The signs included an endorsement reading, “Endorsed by Puyallup Police” that included the letters “ASSOC” in the “E” of the word “Police” to indicate that the Puyallup Police Association, and not the city’s police department, endorsed his reelection campaign.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175157 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175157 George Hackney Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8063/175157%20George%20Hackney%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""George David Hackney"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/11/2026 11:53:11 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5838 8064 175158 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff Gerald F. Ashby Gerald F. Ashby: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175158 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175158 Gerald Ashby Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8064/175158%20Gerald%20Ashby%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Gerald F. Ashby"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/11/2026 11:53:26 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5839 8069 175163 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff HARRIETTE BRYANT Harriette C. Bryant: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175163 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175163 Harriette Bryant Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8069/175163%20Harriette%20Bryant%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Harriette C. Bryant"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-06"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:59:36 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5840 8071 175165 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff HUTCHINSON, JAN HUTCHINSON, JAN: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175165 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175165 Jan Huchinson Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8071/175165%20Jan%20Huchinson%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""HUTCHINSON, JAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:59:28 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5841 8075 175169 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff JANETT CRAIG P JANETT CRAIG P: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175169 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175169 Craig Janett Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8075/175169%20Craig%20Janett%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""JANETT CRAIG P"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-08-30"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:59:21 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5842 8076 175170 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff Jason Bloodgood Jason Bloodgood: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175170 150.00 25.00 25.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175170 Jason Bloodgood Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8076/175170%20Jason%20Bloodgood%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jason Bloodgood"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 25.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-10-14"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/17/2025 11:43:36 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5843 8077 175171 07/07/2025 09/16/2025 PDC Staff Jayne Stephenson JAYNE STEPHENSON: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175171 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175171 Jayne Stephenson Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8077/175171%20Jayne%20Stephenson%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jayne Stephenson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-03"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/16/2025 09:19:33 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5844 8079 175173 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff Jeff Johnson Jeff Johnson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175173 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175173 Jeff Johnson Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8079/175173%20Jeff%20Johnson%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jeff Johnson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-08-26"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:59:15 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5845 8082 175176 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff Jim Whitney Jim Whitney: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175176 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175176 Jim Whitney Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8082/175176%20Jim%20Whitney%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Jim Whitney"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 12:00:33 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5846 8085 175179 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff Joesph R. MacLean Joesph R. MacLean: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175179 250.00 100.00 100.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175179 Joseph MacLean Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8085/175179%20Joseph%20MacLean%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Joesph R. MacLean"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-01-09"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/09/2026 08:53:52 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5847 8087 175181 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff John (Jack) Walsh John (Jack) Walsh: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175181 150.00 25.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175181 John Walsh Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8087/175181%20John%20Walsh%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""John (Jack) Walsh"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-11"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/10/2025 01:59:00 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5848 8088 175182 07/07/2025 10/10/2025 PDC Staff John J. Isaacson John J. Isaacson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 7, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditures on reports in 2025.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· The Respondent is a long-time registered Continuing Committee reporting under the Full Reporting option. The Political Committee Registration (C-1pc) was amended on January 9, 2025, changing the Treasurer to Lynn Smith.
· PDC Staff reviewed reporting for the Kitsap Democratic Central Committee (the Committee) for the 2025 Primary Election and determined that the Committee is participating in the election and failed to convert from monthly reporting to the 7- and 21-day, and post-election reporting periods.
o The Committee failed to submit Receipts & Expenditure Summary (C-4) reports for the 7- and 21-day and post-primary election periods due July 15, July 29, and September 10, 2025. However, the Committee did submit C-4 reports on a monthly schedule up through August 2025.
o During the period leading up to September 10, 2025, due date for the post-primary report, the Committee raised $23,966 and expended $27,186.47 of which $5,550 went directly as contributions to candidates.
o The Cash Receipts, Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports were submitted timely.
· The Committee does have a previous Warning for RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 from 2023.
Summary and Resolution
The Treasurer, Lynn Smith, is new to being a Treasurer for a Bona Fide Political Party Committee and did not realize the 7- and 21-day schedule applied to a party committee. Upon being notified of the complaint, Ms. Smith updated the Committee’s reports and indicated, in her responses to Staff, that she has updated the Committee’s process document to ensure the next volunteer treasurer is aware of applicable reporting deadlines.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The failure to submit the 7- and 21-day, and post-primary C-4 reports, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to submit the 7- and 21-day, and post-primary C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider a formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Kelly Wright on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include party preference on political advertising.
Applicable Laws and Rules
42.17A.320(1) Sets forth that all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. All radio and television political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is an appointed official and candidate for State Representative of Legislative District 33. On December 18, 2024, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· The complaint alleged failure to provide party preference for a political mailer opposing a candidate.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on September 1, 2025. The campaign asserted the mailer referenced the opponent’s performance in their current position as mayor, a nonpartisan office.
· The mailer stated, “Say No To Kevin Schilling” and included a positive statement regarding Mr. Obras in his role as State Representative. It is PDC Staff’s determination that the ad was opposing Mr. Schilling’s candidacy for State Representative, not his position as mayor, and therefore the ad required party preference.
· Party preference must be included in any form of advertising about a candidate seeking election to a partisan office, regardless of who sponsors the ad.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to provide party preference in any form of advertising about a candidate to a partisan office, regardless of who sponsors the ad. Staff expects that you provide party preference on all future political advertising about candidates seeking election to a partisan office. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
If you have questions, contact Colin Peeples at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting complete sponsor identification on all political advertising, quantities, and sub vendor name and address.. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177631 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177631 Elizabeth Karkoski-Gardner Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8280/177631%20Elizabeth%20Karkoski-Gardner%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 05/13/2026 10:11:16 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 5864 8159 175253 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Wendy Conradi Wendy Conradi: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175252 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175252 Ernest Weeks Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8158/175252%20Ernest%20Weeks%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""WEEKS ERNEST S"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 12:02:19 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5867 8155 175249 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Veronica Messing Veronica Messing: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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On Aug. 6, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint filed by Conner Edwards. The PDC executive director notified the respondent he was exercising his authority under WAC 390-32-030, the Fair Campaign Practices Code, to authorize the processing of this complaint according to the complaint publication process.
PDC staff have processed this complaint accordingly and taken the following steps:
Publication of this complaint under WAC 390-32-030(2) constitutes its final disposition under RCW 42.17A.755.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175245 150.00 25.00 25.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175245 Tia Robertson Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8151/175245%20Tia%20Robertson%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Tia M Robertson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 25.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-01-01"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/05/2026 08:35:42 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5871 8150 175244 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Thomas Taylor Thomas Taylor : Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175244 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175244 Thomas Taylor Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8150/175244%20Thomas%20Taylor%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Thomas Taylor"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-10-02"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2025 08:40:46 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5872 8400 179252 09/25/2025 09/25/2025 11/18/2025 Diane Washburn Dennis King Dennis King: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to provide complete sponsor identification on campaign advertising (EY25 SEP25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - Local "
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Diane Washburn on September 25, 2025. The complaint alleged that political advertising, in the form of campaign yard signs, did not include proper sponsor identification during Dennis King’s 2025 reelection campaign.
Applicable
Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.320 requires all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, to include the sponsor's name and address. The sponsor identification must include the words ""Paid for by"" or ""Sponsored by,"" followed by the name and mailing address of the sponsor.
WAC 390-18-010 includes size and visual contrast requirements. These include that the sponsor identification must be in the larger of ten-point type, or type that is ten percent of the largest size type used in the advertisement directed at more than one voter, such as a yard sign, and not be subject to the half-tone or screening process, and be set apart from any other printed matter.
Findings
Dennis King Response
· Dennis King responded on Oct. 2 to the Sep. 25 complaint, confirming that all campaign signs in question, which numbered approximately 300, included the required “Paid for By” attribution and that the sponsor identification was clear and legible.
· King acknowledged that while the font size used exceeds 10-point type on both small (2x2) and medium (4x2) signs, it does fall marginally short of the requirement that the disclaimer be at least 1/10th the size of the largest font on the sign. King said this variance was an inadvertent oversight, not an intentional omission and that the error has been corrected in the design files for future print orders.
· King requested that he be allowed to keep the existing signs in place, as-is, for the duration of the current election cycle, and committed that these signs would not be reused in any subsequent elections. King attached photographs of the sponsor identification disclaimers as they currently appear, along with a mock-up of the corrected design for future signs.
Endorsement of Puyallup Police
· The complainant also expressed concern that the signs included an endorsement reading, “Endorsed by Puyallup Police” without an explicit statement that the Puyallup Police Association, and not the city’s police department, had endorsed King. The complainant acknowledged, King stated, and staff confirmed, that the signs included, in the letter “E” of the word “Police,” the abbreviation “ASSOC” to clarify that the Puyallup Police Association, and not the city’s police department, had endorsed King for Puyallup City Council. The complainant expressed concern that the reference to the police association was not clearer.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT SCHIFFNER
By SCOTT;ANGUS MCDONALD;LEE
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.530
Hearing: FULL STIP on 05/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/27/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.530: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT E LEE
By STEVE GANO
RCW 42.17.150, RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.150: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.170: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-060 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10060.Dis.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2148/10060.Dis.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10060.Dis.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""10060.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2148/10060.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10060.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/30/2025 11:19:01 AM 5877 2949 16-224 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT RICHARD SCHROCK RICHARD SCHROCK ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent RICHARD SCHROCK: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID ELTON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 09/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/29/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDREW MILLER
RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/03/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JACQUELINE MOORE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/03/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRYAN SHANER
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUSTIN VAN DYK
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175230 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175230 Sam Cho Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8136/175230%20Sam%20Cho%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Sam H. Cho"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/17/2025 11:48:36 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5890 2258 11-024 10/30/2010 10/30/2010 DEREK ANGUS LEE ALBERT LIN ALBERT LIN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALBERT LIN
By DEREK ANGUS LEE
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/08/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175225 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175225 Randy Neatherlin Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8131/175225%20Randy%20Neatherlin%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Randy S Neatherlin"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-08"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty payment""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/08/2025 08:26:42 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5895 8130 175224 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff PETRICH JONATHAN I PETRICH JONATHAN I: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175224 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175224 Jonathan Petrich Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8130/175224%20Jonathan%20Petrich%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""PETRICH JONATHAN I"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 12:01:25 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5896 8126 175220 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Oran Root Oran Root: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175216 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175216 Michele Rodriguez Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8122/175216%20Michele%20Rodriguez%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Michele Rodriguez"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-03"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/03/2025 03:11:24 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5899 2275 11-041 05/04/2011 05/04/2011 BECKY HARPER AARON REARDON AARON REARDON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.241, RCW 42.17.242 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AARON REARDON
By BECKY HARPER
RCW 42.17.241, RCW 42.17.242
Hearing: FULL STIP on 06/23/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/07/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.241: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.242: DISMISSED
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175215 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175215 Michael Reaves Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8121/175215%20Michael%20Reaves%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Michael A Reaves"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/10/2025 09:24:51 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5901 2319 12-039 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JOSEPH GERACE JOSEPH GERACE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPH GERACE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/17/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-039 150.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12039.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2319/12039.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12039.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOSEPH GERACE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 04/03/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:50:01 PM 5902 2320 12-040 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 THERESA GREENE THERESA GREENE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THERESA GREENE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/05/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT ROHRICK
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/02/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-073 100.00 50.00 50.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12073.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2347/12073.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12073.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT ROHRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-05-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/20/2016 12:00:00 AM 5904 2349 12-075 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 ELIZABETH SATIACUM ELIZABETH SATIACUM: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ELIZABETH SATIACUM
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-075 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12075.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2349/12075.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12075.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABETH SATIACUM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:51:29 PM 5905 2429 12-172 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC CRISTI BOYLE-BARRETT CRISTI BOYLE-BARRETT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CRISTI BOYLE-BARRETT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175208 150.00 25.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175208 Marty Campbell Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8114/175208%20Marty%20Campbell%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Marty Campbell"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-08-25"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/29/2025 12:21:57 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5907 8113 175207 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Martin Valadez Martin Valadez: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOLIN ABROM
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/23/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-099 200.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12099.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2371/12099.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12099.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TIMOLIN ABROM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - $150 - 04/03/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:52:08 PM 5909 2372 12-100 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 RYAN ANDERSON RYAN ANDERSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RYAN ANDERSON
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/14/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-100 200.00 50.00 50.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12100.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2372/12100.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12100.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RYAN ANDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:44:54 PM 5910 2444 12-187 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JAMES FAIRBANKS JAMES FAIRBANKS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES FAIRBANKS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-187 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12187.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2444/12187.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12187.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JAMES FAIRBANKS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:51:44 PM 5911 8112 175206 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Luke Jenne Luke Jenne: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175206 250.00 100.00 100.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175206 Luke Jenne Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8112/175206%20Luke%20Jenne%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Luke Jenne"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-10-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""penalty""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/28/2025 10:30:52 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5912 8110 175204 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Loren Meagher Loren Meagher: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175204 500.00 200.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175204 Loren Meagher Annual F-1 BAP Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8110/175204%20Loren%20Meagher%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}]" "[{""who"" : ""Loren Meagher"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""Suspended on condition that report is filed and penalty paid within 30 days of the date of the order and no further violation for 4 years."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-17"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/17/2025 01:51:56 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5913 8119 175213 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Megan S OBryan Megan S OBryan: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPH MARINE
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/18/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-045 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10045.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2133/10045.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10045.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOSEPH MARINE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-02-10"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-03-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:15:54 AM 5915 8117 175211 07/07/2025 08/29/2025 PDC Staff Mason Earl Thompson Mason Earl Thompson: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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As of August 25, 2025, Jeffry Finer had completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), filed the required report, and paid a $100 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), that was due no later than April 15, 2025. The $100 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Katherine Woods on July 14, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.255, .260 or .305 and .320 for failure to timely report independent expenditures or electioneering communication and identify sponsor on political advertising in the 2025 election.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.255 requires a person making an independent expenditure (IE) equaling $1,000 or more in the aggregate to disclose the expenditure to the PDC on a C-6 report within five days of making the expenditure. For the purposes of .255, an “independent expenditure” means “any expenditure that is made in support of or opposition to any candidate or ballot proposition and is not otherwise required to be reported pursuant to RCW 42.17A.225, .235 and .240,” which are statutes that set forth reporting requirements for continuing, candidate, political and incidental committees.
Per RCW 42.17A.260, the sponsor of political advertising, including an independent expenditure, must file a C-6 report with the PDC within 24 hours of the date the ad is first published, mailed or otherwise presented to the public, if such presentation occurs within 21 days of an election and the advertising has a fair market value or actual cost of $2,000 or more.
Per RCW 42.17A.305(2), electioneering communications shall be reported as follows: The sponsor of an electioneering communication shall report to the commission within twenty-four hours of, or on the first working day after, the date the electioneering communication is broadcast, transmitted, mailed, erected, distributed, digitally or otherwise, or otherwise published.
Per RCW 42.17A.005(30)(a), ""Independent expenditure"" means an expenditure that has each of the following elements: (i) It is made in support of or in opposition to a candidate for office by a person who is not: (A) A candidate for that office; (B) An authorized committee of that candidate for that office; and(C) A person who has received the candidate's encouragement or approval to make the expenditure, if the expenditure pays in whole or in part for political advertising supporting that candidate or promoting the defeat of any other candidate or candidates for that office; (ii) It is made in support of or in opposition to a candidate for office by a person with whom the candidate has not collaborated for the purpose of making the expenditure, if the expenditure pays in whole or in part for political advertising supporting that candidate or promoting the defeat of any other candidate or candidates for that office;
(iii) The expenditure pays in whole or in part for political advertising that either specifically names the candidate supported or opposed, or clearly and beyond any doubt identifies the candidate without using the candidate's name; and (iv) The expenditure, alone or in conjunction with another expenditure or other expenditures of the same person in support of or opposition to that candidate, has a value of one thousand dollars or more. A series of expenditures, each of which is under one thousand dollars, constitutes one independent expenditure if their cumulative value is one thousand dollars or more. The statue also outlines exemption to the law.
Per RCW 42.17A.005(21)(a), ""Electioneering communication"" means any broadcast, cable, or satellite television, radio transmission, digital communication, United States postal service mailing, billboard, newspaper, or periodical that: (i) Clearly identifies a candidate for a state, local, or judicial office either by specifically naming the candidate, or identifying the candidate without using the candidate's name;
(ii) Is broadcast, transmitted electronically or by other means, mailed, erected, distributed, or otherwise published within sixty days before any election for that office in the jurisdiction in which the candidate is seeking election; and (iii) Either alone, or in combination with one or more communications identifying the candidate by the same sponsor during the sixty days before an election, has a fair market value or cost of one thousand dollars or more. The statute also outlines exemptions to the law.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(40), must include the name and address of the sponsor. Sponsor identification should appear on the first page or fold of the political advertising, in at least ten-point type, and be set apart from any other printed matter. WAC 390-18-010 indicates that all advertising must clearly state that it has been paid for by the sponsor. Political advertising undertaken as an independent expenditure or an electioneering communication by a person other than a bona fide political party must also include the statement “No candidate authorized this ad. It is paid for by (name, address, city, state).” Additional disclosures may be required, depending on the sponsor and type of advertising used. For a partisan office, if the candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the Declaration of Candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in political advertising, electioneering communications, and independent expenditures.
WAC 390-18-010 and WAC 390-18-030 contain additional information regarding sponsor identification requirements and exemptions for political advertising, and alternatives for online advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by you are remediable in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. Because you took corrective action within five business days after being notified of noncompliance by PDC staff, the violations did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning discussing supporting or opposing a candidate during a public meeting. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that you do not support or oppose a candidate or ballot measure during public meetings or misuse public facilities in any other manner. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RONDA LITZENBERGER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on July 18, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .320 and .490 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions (C-3) reports and expenditures (C-4) reports for election year 2022, failure to include complete sponsor identification on the campaign website and improper transfer of funds without written authorization from contributors.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has
dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) reviewed the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on July 1, 2025 and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that American Institute of Architects of Washington Council PAC (AIAWA PAC) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. The complaint alleged that the PAC participated in the 2024 elections as early as August 2024 but filed monthly reports instead of the required 21- and 7-day pre-election C-4 reports, and that expenditures in October that were contributions to candidates were not reported until after the election.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 - A committee that selects the Full Reporting option on their C-1pc report is required to report contributions and expenditures to the PDC on C-3 reports and C-4 reports pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235 & RCW 42.17A.240. The due dates for these reports are based upon the election cycle, the committee’s election participation, and their financial activity.
Background and Findings
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
PDC staff reminded the committee that when it is participating in an election, it is required to follow the accelerated reporting schedule, which includes switching from monthly C-4 reports to reports filed 21 and 7 days before the election and a post-election C-4 report.
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The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to include the required expenditure detail and/or in-kind expenditure details on its expenditure reports. The staff also found that the campaign failed to include the required sponsor identification language on its campaign website, as required by the statutory scheme.
Based on the above finding(s), the staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed August 07, 2025, by Conner Edwards. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions (C-3) reports and expenditures (C-4) reports and failure to provide sponsor identification on a campaign donate webpage.
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Walla Walla. On May 30, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-3 reports, failure to provide required expenditure detail and failure to provide sponsor identification on a campaign donate webpage.
· Respondent was sent the complaint on August 27, 2025. PDC staff worked the treasurer to update the disclosures to include required expenditure detail. C-3 reports were filed late, and staff stressed the importance of timely reporting.
· Respondent’s website has complete sponsor identification on the campaign homepage. PDC staff has determined that further sponsor identification is not required on the donate page in these circumstances.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to provide complete sponsor identification and top 5 contributors on the committee website and failure to provide required sub vendor detail. Staff expects that you will provide required sub vendor detail in future reports and that you will review all future political advertisements to ensure that they include the required sponsor identification prior to being made available to the public. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint filed in this case by Nicole Pippenger (the “Complainant”) on August 2, 2025 against candidate Lynden Smithson (the “Respondent”) contained multiple allegations. One allegation was dismissed for lack of jurisdiction because it cited canons and rules that are not enforced by the PDC (the Code of Judicial Conduct). Another allegation was dismissed as unfounded because it pertained to an optional alternative reporting method for which there was no indication or evidence of a violation (RCW 42.17A.230). A third allegation regarding the eligibility of contest winners was both unfounded and lacked jurisdiction.
However, PDC staff noted that the Respondent was sponsoring a unique contest involving donated prizes (gift cards) and subsequently opened a case under RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 to ensure that any pledges, contributions and expenditures related to the contest were being timely and accurately reported.
Based on the attached findings:
It appears the candidate committee timely and accurately disclosed in-kind contributions received and expenditures made for the August 31, 2025, contest. This allegation is hereby dismissed with no finding of a violation.
The campaign filed two C-3 reports two days late, which violates RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The reports were filed well in advance of the General Election, which is partially mitigating.
PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file two C-3 reports for election year 2025 two days late does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted. The executive director must report at each regular Commission meeting all complaints dismissed.
However, PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of 1) timely disclosing monetary contributions on C-3 reports; and 2) providing sufficient description details for expenditures and in-kind contributions on C-4 reports, in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff also reminded the committee about the importance of including complete description details for expenditures and in-kind contributions on C-4 reports, including vendor name and address, in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175130 500.00 200.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175130 Ben Thomas Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8036/175130%20Ben%20Thomas%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175130 Ben Thomas Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Ben Thomas"", ""address"" : ""641 Scott Street, Port Townsend WA 98368"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-29"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/20/2025 02:10:53 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5930 8037 175131 07/07/2025 12/04/2025 PDC Staff Bill Spencer Bill Spencer: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175131 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175131 Bell Spencer Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8037/175131%20Bell%20Spencer%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175131 Bell Spencer Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Bill Spencer"", ""address"" : ""535 MEADOWS DR S RICHLAND, WA 99352"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 11:57:47 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5931 8170 175425 07/03/2025 07/03/2025 10/21/2025 Conner Edwards Cassie Franklin Cassandra Franklin: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures. (EY25 JUL25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Local "
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of two complaints filed by Conner Edwards on July 3, 2025 and August 26, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures during your 2025 re-election campaign. The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). However, Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Cassie Franklin received a formal written warning concerning the importance of ensuring her campaign treasurer is fully aware of the reporting requirements, including when C-3 reports are due and the requirements for expenditure descriptions. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that future campaigns timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and include a complete description for expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reviewed examples cited by the complainant concerning possible inadequate descriptions for monetary expenditures and in-kind contributions and asked Respondent to review the examples and file amended reports, as needed, for descriptions of monetary expenditures, in accordance with WAC 390-16-037, and in accordance with WAC 390-16-205 when an agent is used to make expenditures on behalf of the campaign. Staff asked Respondent to report, as needed in amendments, the number of items printed, and for signs, including yard signs and decals, the number of items purchased.
Background & Findings
· Cassie Franklin was elected to the Everett City Council in 2015. Franklin was elected Mayor of Everett in 2017 and 2021 and is a candidate for reelection in 2025.
· Franklin’s 2025 reelection campaign started in January 2022 with Michael Swanson serving as treasurer. Lindsay Cortes became Franklin’s treasurer for her 2025 campaign in March 2024.
Below are the allegations included in the complaints and staff’s notations of possible inadequate descriptions of monetary expenditures and in-kind contributions, along with the campaign’s response and summary of amended reports.
The first complaint alleged that:
The Franklin campaign stated, “We have carefully reviewed the issues noted and taken corrective action where necessary. Specifically, we have filed amended C4 reports to include additional subvendors and correct any expense reporting discrepancies where necessary. These updates should now accurately reflect all required disclosures. However, many of the items noted from 3/15/23-4/08/25 did not use subvendors, so no action was taken other than clarifying that in our response below.”
The second complaint alleged that:
Separate from the allegations in and responses to the two complaints filed by the Complainant, staff asked the campaign to amend certain reports.
Summary and Resolution
Cassie Franklin is an experienced candidate who ran for her third term as Mayor of Everett in 2025. During her 2025 campaign, Franklin switched to a new treasurer which resulted in a misunderstanding about when C-3 reports were to be filed and a lack of clarity on required expenditure descriptions. The treasurer acknowledged that two C-3 reports for $5,650 and $500 were filed 22 and 15 days late, respectively, and responded promptly when asked to amend reports, updating July expenditures to include subvendor information where needed, run dates, and the number of pieces printed. The treasurer noted that in several instances, no subvendors were used. Additional descriptive information for expenditures not included in the complaints was requested, and amendments were promptly received.
Saff determined that in this instance, filing two C-3 reports late and initially providing incomplete expenditure descriptions do not amount to a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175122 500.00 200.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175122 Juan Aguilar Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8028/175122%20Juan%20Aguilar%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175122 Juan Aguilar Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Juan Aguilar"", ""address"" : ""303 N 27TH AVE YAKIMA, WA 98902"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2026-01-05"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 01/05/2026 09:33:52 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5934 8029 175123 07/07/2025 10/21/2025 PDC Staff Alfred R. Schroeder Alfred Schroeder: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175127 250.00 250.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175127 Atul Deshmane Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8033/175127%20Atul%20Deshmane%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175127 Atul Deshmane Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Atul Deshmane,"", ""address"" : ""664 E LAUREL RD BELLINGHAM, WA 98226"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 11:50:34 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5938 8034 175128 07/07/2025 11/26/2025 PDC Staff BEARD ERV E BEARD ERV E: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175129 150.00 25.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175129 Ben Elenbaas Annual F-1 BAP Order (2).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8035/175129%20Ben%20Elenbaas%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%282%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175129 Ben Elenbaas Annual F-1 BAP Order (2)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Ben Elenbaas"", ""address"" : ""PO BOX 353 CUSTER, WA 982400353"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-09-10"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/20/2025 02:11:52 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5940 2428 12-171 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC BRENDA BLESSING - HILL BRENDA BLESSING - HILL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRENDA BLESSING - HILL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-171 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12171.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2428/12171.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12171.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRENDA BLESSING - HILL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:51:16 PM 5941 2465 12-208 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MICHAEL LUIS MICHAEL LUIS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL LUIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-208 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12208.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2465/12208.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12208.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL LUIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 05:00:07 PM 5942 2482 12-225 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC CONSTANCE ROBINSON CONSTANCE ROBINSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONSTANCE ROBINSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/27/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-225 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12225.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2482/12225.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12225.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CONSTANCE ROBINSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:12:16 PM 5943 2483 12-226 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC ROBERT ROHRICK ROBERT ROHRICK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT ROHRICK
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-226 300.00 100.00 100.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12226.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2483/12226.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12226.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT ROHRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-19"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:12:35 PM 5944 8038 175132 07/07/2025 12/04/2025 PDC Staff Brandon K. Hersey Brandon K. Hersey: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175132 250.00 100.00 100.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175132 Brandon Hersey Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8038/175132%20Brandon%20Hersey%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175132 Brandon Hersey Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Brandon K. Hersey"", ""address"" : ""2900 Eastlake Ave E # 300 SEATTLE, WA 98102"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-12-10"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 12/10/2025 07:43:11 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5945 8041 175135 07/07/2025 12/04/2025 PDC Staff Charlene Tillequots Charlene Tillequots: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DANNY WALLING
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-242 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12242.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2499/12242.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12242.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DANNY WALLING"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/16/2021 07:48:50 AM 5947 2500 12-243 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC NATHAN WEIS NATHAN WEIS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NATHAN WEIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-243 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12243.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2500/12243.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12243.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NATHAN WEIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:16:08 PM 5948 8043 175137 07/07/2025 12/04/2025 PDC Staff Connie L. Bender Connie L. Bender: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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WASHBANKPAC (STATE) - POLITICAL COMMITTEE:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 11, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely disclose expenditures on reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Respondent does not have previous violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175140 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175140 David Harper Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8046/175140%20David%20Harper%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175140 David Harper Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Dave Harper"", ""address"" : ""P O Box 8, Salkum WA 98582"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 11:59:26 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5952 8048 175142 07/07/2025 12/04/2025 PDC Staff David R Naff David R Naff: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175143 250.00 100.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175143 Denise Grant Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8049/175143%20Denise%20Grant%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175143 Denise Grant Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Denise Grant"", ""address"" : ""1800 SW 6th Ave, Portland OR 97201-5204"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-08-26"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/21/2025 01:37:49 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5954 2526 13-006 09/07/2012 09/07/2012 PDC ANDREW BERG ANDREW BERG: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDREW BERG
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175144 150.00 25.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""175144 Donald Orange Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8050/175144%20Donald%20Orange%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175144 Donald Orange Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""DONALD J ORANGE"", ""address"" : ""1111 MAIN ST STE 400 VANCOUVER, WA 98660"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 25.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2025-08-26"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""PAID - PENALTY""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/21/2025 01:36:31 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5956 8051 175145 07/07/2025 10/13/2025 PDC Staff Edward C. Widdis Edward C. Widdis: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/175149 250.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""175149 Elizabeth Rene Annual F-1 BAP Order (1).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8055/175149%20Elizabeth%20Rene%20Annual%20F-1%20BAP%20Order%20%281%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""175149 Elizabeth Rene Annual F-1 BAP Order (1)"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABETH M RENE"", ""address"" : ""2515 41ST AVE. E. #146, SEATTLE WA 98112"", ""order_date"" : ""2025-08-20"", ""due_date"" : ""2025-09-19"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 01/21/2026 11:59:50 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 5960 8056 175150 07/07/2025 10/17/2025 PDC Staff Elizabeth Tapia Elizabeth Tapia: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file the annual F-1 report by April 15th (GE25) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Annual F1
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has not received your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2024.
RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed August 11, 2025, by Conner Edwards. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely disclose expenditures on Summary Expenditure (C-4) Reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects the PAC to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on August 11, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely disclose expenditures on Summary Expenditure (C-4) Reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects the PAC to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/178034 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8297/178034%20WA%20ST%20BUILDING%20%26%20CONSTRUCTION%20TRADES%20COUNCIL%20PAC%20Sponsored%20by%20Wa%20St%20Building%20%26%20Construction%20Trades%20Council%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Warning""}, {""file_name"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8297/178034%20WA%20ST%20BUILDING%20%26%20CONSTRUCTION%20TRADES%20COUNCIL%20PAC%20Sponsored%20by%20Wa%20St%20Building%20%26%20Construction%20Trades%20Council%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8297/178034%20WA%20ST%20BUILDING%20%26%20CONSTRUCTION%20TRADES%20COUNCIL%20PAC%20Sponsored%20by%20Wa%20St%20Building%20%26%20Construction%20Trades%20Council%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""178034 WA ST BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION TRADES COUNCIL PAC Sponsored by Wa St Building & Construction Trades Council Response"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/02/2026 03:19:35 PM 2025 PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 5964 8008 174537 06/06/2025 06/05/2025 10/06/2025 "Josef ""Joe"" A Kunzler" Office of the Governor Office of the Governor: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.635 for use of public resources or facilities to support or oppose an initiative to the legislature. (EY25 JUN25) RCW 29B.50.090/42.17A.635 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - StatewideThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed August 07, 2025, by Conner Edwards. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely disclose expenditures on Summary Expenditure (C-4) Reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· The PAC filed the 21-day pre-general C-4 on October 21, 2025, seven days late and filed the 7-day pre-general C-4 timely.
· The PAC had refunded a contribution to a candidate but did not submit an amendment for the December 2024 C-4. Once contacted the PAC amended the C-4, rectifying the ending and starting balance between calendar years 2024 and 2025.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects the PAC to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution, except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· The PAC filed the 21-day and 7-day pre-general C-4’s timely.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects the PAC to timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Background and Findings
· Washington State Financial Services Association PAC is registered with the PDC for calendar year 2025 under the “Full Reporting” option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file expenditure (C-4) reports for the special reporting period during the 2024 and 2025 election year and for failure to report in-kind treasury activity.
· On August 27, 2025, PDC staff sent a copy of the complaint to Respondent. In response to the complaint Respondent indicated that they were filing on a monthly reporting schedule and had believed that they were filing correctly. Additionally, Respondent conveyed that they have reviewed the Commission’s rules regarding pre-election reporting and have put in safeguards to ensure compliance going forward.
· In response for failing to disclose expenditures for treasury work Respondent stated that they did not understand that employee time spent working on PAC matters could constitute an in-kind contribution from the Washington State Financial Services Association.
· Respondent updated their reporting to reflect the stipend received for in-kind services provided to the PAC.
· Respondent does not have previous violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures. Statt expects that you timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Personal Fiancical Affairs Report (F-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle.
RCW 42.17A.205 requires candidates to file a F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which was no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission.
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: July 17, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J. Leach Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file expenditure (C-4) reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Washington Action Retail Council is a Continuing Committee, registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option.
· The PAC exceeded $750 of aggregate activity on June 6, 2025, when it transmitted a contribution to a candidate participating in the 2026 election cycle, triggering a C-4 listing expenditures and contributions covering January 1 - June 30.
· The PAC participated in the 2025 Primary Election, listing monetary contributions beginning July 16, 2025, to registered candidates.
· As a PAC beginning participation in the 2025 Primary Election on July 16, the PAC was required to file a 7-day pre-primary C-4 on July 29, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 15 - July 27.
· The PAC brought themselves into compliance on August 18, 2025, by filing C-4 reports covering January 1 - July 28. Respondent has filed all remaining required C-4 reports timely.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
If you have questions, contact Colin Peeples at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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At its March 19, 2026, meeting, the Commission found the Respondent in violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 & .320 and assessed a total civil penalty of $300 with $200 suspended on the conditions set forth in the Final Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and .320 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution (C-3) reports and expenditure (C-4) reports and failure to provide sponsor identification on the committee’s website.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
RCW 42.17A.320(3) sets forth the size and placement requirements for identifying the sponsor of political advertising. Subsection (a) states that the font size used in the sponsor identification statement for a written advertisement or communication directed at more than one voter must be at least the larger of the following: 1) ten-point type; or 2) ten percent of the largest type used in the advertisement.
Background and Findings
· Stand for Children Washington PAC is a Continuing Committee, registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports, including carry forward discrepancies between calendar year 2024 and 2025 and failure to include sponsor identification on the committee website.
· The PAC participated in the 2025 primary election, listing monetary contributions beginning July 24, 2025, to registered candidates.
· As a PAC participating in the 2025 primary election, the PAC was required to file a 21-day pre-primary C-4 on July 15, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 1 - July 14, and a 7-day pre-primary C-4 on July 29, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 15 - July 27.
· The PAC filed the July C-4 on a monthly reporting schedule.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on September 4, 2025. The PAC acknowledged the carryforward discrepancy and failure to timely file required pre-primary C-4 reports, explaining that they were the result of administrative oversight and that the previous person in charge of filing the reports was no longer handling the process. The PAC further stated the website belongs to the affiliated nonprofit, rather than Stand for Children PAC, and is not used for PAC fundraising or other PAC-related activity and therefore would not require sponsor identification.
· Respondent updated their reporting profile and filed the pre-general C-4 reports timely.
· It is PDC Staff’s determination that the website may be lacking sponsor identification, to the extent that entity is engaged in regulated activity; however, the Respondent named in the complaint is not the responsible entity and thus no violation regarding sponsor ID obtains in this matter.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based
on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation
that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the
circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter.
Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to
consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or
as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has
occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further
investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 28, 2025 at 9:40 a.m.
Place: 711 Capitol Way Rm. 206
Olympia, WA 98504
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file expenditure (C-4) reports.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution, except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Big I PAC is a Continuing Committee, registered with the PDC under the Full Reporting option.
· The complaint alleged failure to timely file C-4 reports, including 21-day and 7-day pre-primary reports.
· The PAC participated in the 2025 Primary Election, listing monetary contributions beginning June 25, 2025, to registered candidates.
· As a PAC participating in the 2025 Primary Election, the PAC was required to file a 21-day pre-primary C-4 on July 15, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 1 - July 14, and a 7-day pre-primary C-4 on July 29, 2025, listing expenditures and contributions covering July 15 - July 27.
· The PAC was on a monthly reporting schedule during the 2025 primary election.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on September 11, 2025. The PAC updated their ORCA profile to include required reporting periods. Respondent filed the 21-day and 7-day pre-general reports late, but they did not report any expenditures to additional candidates that were participating in the 2025 election.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
If you have questions, contact Colin Peeples at 1-877-601-2828 or by e-mail at pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on July 30 and September 1, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 and .320 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures and failure to provide sponsor identification on a campaign donate webpage.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. Staff expects that you timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately disclose all contribution and expenditures. PDC staff expects the PAC to timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Theodore Higgens on September 9, 2025. The complaint alleged violations of 42.17A.235, .240, .320 and .710 for failure to accurately file expenditure (C-4) reports and failure to disclose business interests on the F-1 (Personal Financial Affairs) Statement.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution, except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising must include the name and address of the sponsor. Sponsor identification should appear on the first page or fold of the political advertising, in at least ten-point type, and be set apart from any other printed matter. WAC 390-18-010 indicates that all advertising must clearly state that it has been paid for by the sponsor.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.710, the content of the F-1 report includes, but is not limited to, the following information for the filer and their spouse or registered domestic partner:
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Auburn. On May 10, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Full Reporting Option.
· The complaint alleged failure to provide required expenditure detail on C-4 reports for election years 2023-2025, failure to provide complete sponsor identification on campaign website and failure to disclose business interests on F-1.
· Respondent was sent a copy of the complaint on September 11, 2025. Respondent updated their campaign website to include complete sponsor identification and worked with PDC staff to amend expenditure detail, to include run dates, quantities for political advertising and sub vendor information.
· PDC Case 154802, regarding Brian Lott’s 2023 candidacy for City Council Member in the City of Auburn, was resolved with a written warning, dismissing further allegations that were not already addressed in the 2023 candidacy.
· Mr. Lott addressed the allegations of failure to disclose business interest on his most recent F-1, covering May 6, 2024 – May 5, 2025, explaining he had not worked at the company since March of 2024, and had reported the business on previous F-1’s.
· The Respondent does not have previous warnings or violations of similar PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, you are receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclose expenditures and provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. Staff expects that you accurately file all future required reports and provide complete sponsor identification on political advertising. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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NATHANIEL PIERCE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GREG FLEMMING
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN KINNEY
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-188 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13188.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2652/13188.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13188.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN KINNEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-10-17"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/20/2016 12:00:00 AM 5997 8295 178028 08/08/2025 08/07/2025 01/15/2026 Conner Edwards IBEW 191 COPE IBEW Local 191 Committee on Political Education: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately disclose contributions & expenditures on reports (EY21-25 AUG25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Political Committee - Union
At its March 19, 2026, meeting, the Commission found you in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 and assessed a total civil penalty of $300 with $200 suspended on the conditions set forth in the Final Order.
No evidence supports the finding of a violation. The debt owed to Capitol City Press did not exceed $1,000 in April, and the campaign timely reported the June expenditures to the same vendor.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/174536 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""174536 Tammy Dziak Resolution.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8007/174536%20Tammy%20Dziak%20Resolution.pdf"", ""description"" : ""174536 Tammy Dziak Resolution"", ""document_type"" : ""Closed with no evidence of violation""}, {""file_name"" : ""174536 Tammy Dziak Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8007/174536%20Tammy%20Dziak%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""174536 Tammy Dziak Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8007/174536%20Tammy%20Dziak%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""174536 Tammy Dziak Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 09/12/2025 12:03:37 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6001 7701 171641 05/02/2025 05/01/2025 09/12/2025 Conner Edwards Pacific County Democratic Central Committee Pacific County Democratic Central Comm: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to accurately & timely file contribution & expenditures & RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor ID (EY24-25 MAY25) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona FideThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on March 28, 2025, July 16, 2025, and August 7, 2025. The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports.
It appears that the late, and missing or incorrect reporting done by the Committee was due to lack of oversight and unfamiliarity with the election related accelerated reporting schedule requirements in RCW 42.17A.235. Staff found no evidence that the errors were intentional or otherwise meant to conceal campaign activity from the public.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely and accurately file five C-3 reports and the January 2025 and February 2025 C-4 reports. The $150 penalty assessed resolves the allegations listed in this case for the complaint filed on March 28, 2025.
The PDC received the second complaint on July 16, 2025, after the Committee had already completed the SOU and paid the $150 civil penalty, so staff could not include the additional allegations as part of the SOU.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Lewis County Democratic Central Committee is receiving a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure expenditures alleged in the second complaint filed on July 16, 2025, and failure to timely and accurately disclose a deposit as alleged in the complaint filed on August 7, 2025. This formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that the Committee timely and accurately file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint filed by Conner Edwards on September 1, 2025 alleged that the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by filing 1) a monthly July C-4 report late; 2) one or more inaccurate reports, based on the existence of a negative dollar amount on line 18 of the campaign’s July C-4 report; and 3) C-4 reports missing expenditure details (e.g. a vendor address, the quantity of items purchased).
Mr. Edwards also alleged that sponsor ID was missing from the donation page on the candidate’s website in violation of RCW 42.17.320. Sponsor ID is required to be present on a candidate website’s home page (or landing page, if different) and it is recommended, but not required, on other web pages. It should also be noted that 1) the QR code on the Respondent’s yard signs, mailer and banner directed the public to her home page, not her donation page; and 2) there did not appear to be a way to access the Respondent’s donation page independently of her website. Based on these findings, the allegation that sponsor ID was required on the donation page is hereby dismissed.
Based on the attached findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's late reports for 2025 and failure to include complete sponsor ID on her website do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures in 2025 and provide complete sponsor ID on her candidate website. PDC staff expect the Respondent to timely and accurately file all required reports of contributions and expenditures and provide complete sponsor ID in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Any violation that may have resulted from the Respondent's erroneous change to the Mini Reporting option was partially mitigated by her campaign's continued disclosure of contributions and expenditures on reports filed with the PDC. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings regarding this mistake would not serve the purposes of this chapter.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the above matters in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) records indicate that you are or were a candidate for public office in 2025, and we have not received a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing your campaign information for the 2025 election cycle or your Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing personal financial information for the twelve months preceding your candidacy.
RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 require candidates to file a C-1 report and an F-1 report within two weeks of declaring their candidacy, which were to have been filed no later than May 23, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, an Adjudicative Proceeding (Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required C-1 report and F-1 reports for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Enforcement Hearing rules, the Commission has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-182, the Enforcement Hearing penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: September 25, 2025, at 9:50 a.m.
Place: 711 Capitol Way Rm. 206
Olympia, WA 98504
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The staff reviewed the C-4 reports filed by the committee and noted that the committee filed monthly reports instead of reporting based on the statutory filing deadlines/schedule for a committee particitipating in the 2025 election year and therefore failed to timely file the 21-and 7-day pre-general election C-4 reports.
As a result, the PDC staff issued a formal warning letter to the Respondent in this matter.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
Background and Findings
· Respondent is a candidate for City Council Member of the City of Woodinville. On January 18, 2025, a Candidate Registration (C-1) was filed, selecting the Mini Reporting Option.
· The allegations include failure to timely file contribution (C-3) and expenditure (C-4) reports for the 2021 and 2025 election years and for failure to accurately disclose carry forward amount from 2021 campaign to 2025 campaign totaling $354.
· The complaint was filed after the Respondent contacted the PDC on July 24, 2025, requesting permission to change her campaign from mini reporting to full reporting as allowed by state law. Respondent later filed updated reports concerning the carry-forward discrepancy between the 2021 and 2025 campaigns.
· Respondent does not have previous violations of PDC requirements.
Summary and Resolution
Mini-to-full applicants are required to file all contribution and expenditure reports from the beginning of their campaign to current day before their campaign can be approved for full reporting. The complaint was filed with the PDC on August 11, 2025, after the mini-to-full approval process was initiated. That process includes work with PDC staff to file and correct reports until the mini-to-full application is considered complete.
PDC staff found no evidence of failure to timely report expenditures. All the campaign’s C-3 and C-4 reports were timely, and they account for the expenses at issue in the complaint. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaints alleged VistaPrint violated RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 by failing to respond to a request to inspect a commercial advertiser’s books-of-accounts.
In May 2025, PDC staff was provided a proposed compliance solution from VistaPrint, which displayed how the company would provide customers the ability to report an online order as political advertising and also how the company would communicate to its customers both the need to report and what the company would provide to those requesting the information in accordance with RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050.
As of this writing, VistaPrint provides the following information:
https://www.vistaprint.com/legal-matters
https://www.vistaprint.com/wa-campaign-finance-disclosure-law-matters
Noncompliance appears to be the result of a good-faith lack of knowledge of RCW 42.17A.345 and WAC 390-18-050 and a lack of understanding that commercial advertiser books-of-account requests may be broad and span multiple years. The company made necessary changes to its external and internal business process and took steps to develop a process by which they can better respond to commercial advertiser books-of-account inspections in the future.
Based on our findings, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to respond to a request and have its commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning VistaPrint’s failure to respond and have commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection as required. PDC staff expect VistaPrint to maintain current commercial advertiser books-of-account available for inspection in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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MARGO POWELL
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17.090: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The Commission found in violation of RCW42.17A.700 for failure to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) for the calendar year 2024, that was due no later than April 15, 2025 and assessed a total civil penalty of $500 with $500 suspended on the conditions set forth in the Final Order.
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filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to
candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and
address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering
communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be
unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or
independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or
independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering
communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline
requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has
determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of
all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the
Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at
any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint
which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe
that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in
substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that
formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the
importance of providing complete sponsor identification on political
advertising. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the
future. For more information about PDC requirements, see the 'Political Advertising Guide' section of the PDC
website.
PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) reviewed a complaint filed by Beth King on Sept. 19, 2025. The complaint alleged that City of Roy officials, including Mayor Kimber Ivy, may have used city facilities (City of Roy park property) to hold a campaign event without following the city's rules for reserving the park and paying the required fees for use of the city property.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits elected or appointed officials, their employees, and employees of a public office or agency from using, or authorizing the use of, public office/agency facilities (resources), directly or indirectly, for the purpose of assisting an election campaign or for the promotion of, or opposition to, any ballot proposition.
WAC 390-05-271(2) states that RCW 42.17A.555 does not prevent a public office or agency from making facilities available on a nondiscriminatory equal access basis for political uses.
WAC 390-05-273 defines “normal and regular conduct” of a public office or agency, as that term is used in the proviso to RCW 42.17A.555, as conduct which is (1) lawful, i.e., specifically authorized, either expressly or by necessary implication, in an appropriate enactment, and (2) usual, i.e., not effected or authorized in or by some extraordinary means or manner.
Background and Findings
· The City of Roy is led by Mayor Kimber Ivy and five city council members. The city’s Clerk/Treasurer, Kris Ballerini, is an appointed official who is responsible for various administrative duties, including maintaining public records and overseeing the city’s financial affairs.
· The complaint alleged that City of Roy officials, including Mayor Ivy, used city park facilities to co-host a campaign event to assist Mayor Ivy’s campaign, the campaigns of three city council candidates, and one incumbent city council member, without paying the required rental fee with the park reservation application.
· On Sept. 12, 2025, Vanessa Lucey completed and signed an application to use the City of Roy park on Sept. 20 for a political event that included Mayor Kimber Ivy and others, including Lucey, who was a candidate for Position 3, challenging incumbent Edmund Dunn. Both Mayor Ivy and Lucey lost in the general election. The application for the park permit was approved by Kris Ballerini, City Clerk/Treasurer. Payment of $51.75 was made by Lucey on Sept. 18, 2025.
· The event was promoted by its organizers on Facebook. In the invitation, they invited the community to attend to “(s)hare your priorities and vision for our community This event is about bringing Roy together and setting the tone for a positive, people-first campaign.”
Response to Complaint
· Kris Ballerini responded to the complaint, providing documentation for rental of the park facility. Ballerini stated the following:
· “The City of Roy park is allowed to rent for use by groups and/or individuals. Any group, religious, political or nonprofit is subject to the same application process to show fairness and inclusivity while adhering to the First Amendment for Freedom of Speech. The procedure for renting our park includes completing an application and paying a deposit based on the length of time the facility is needed.”
· “In this instance, due to the political nature of the event, the city consulted their legal team and as additional support, the PDC.”
· “Under RCW 42.17A.555 (Item 3), an exception may occur when the activity falls under regular and normal conduct of the agency (City). As part of regular and normal conduct, the group rented the park with no preferential treatment, waiver of fees, etc. They completed the required application and paid a deposit to secure the date of the event.”
· “Permits obtained with council support shall cover the capacity to monitor group size and ensure that all trash is monitored by the group, the use of the location and the overall condition of public property is preserved. Council would also take into consideration if there would be potential of threat to the health or safety of residents due to noise levels and or hazardous refuse. (Roy City Code 8-4-3, Sect. S).”
· “This group which numbered less than 30, managed their stay, cleared away all trash and had no outside effect on others who visited the park on this day. There was no potential threat to the health and safety of Roy citizens by way of noise levels, and or sanitation issues.”
· “The event was held on a Saturday, which is not part of normal hours of operation for the city and did not interfere with or conflict with council meetings. This event was held on personal time.”
· Roy City Code 8-4-3 Section H states, “Meetings And Literature Distribution: It is unlawful to hold or participate in any religious or political meeting or other assembly, or to distribute literature in any park without first obtaining a permit from the city council.” If an event is required to obtain a permit from the city council, then the conditions of Roy City Code 8-4-3, Section S apply.
· After follow-up questioning, City Clerk/Treasurer Ballerini stated, “Upon review of (Roy City Code 8-4-3, Sect.S) the parameters for this instance did not apply so Council did not vote on the use of the park. The approval of the park was not solely on this point. It was granted under advisement by our legal team and your department to issue the park usage based on a fair and equitable application process ... .”
· Ballerini stated that, as staff, she signs off on applications but ultimately, reports to the mayor for direction.
· When Ballerini contacted PDC staff concerning the use of public facilities for a campaign event, PDC staff stated, ""Is it the normal and regular practice of the City of Roy to allow groups to use the city park for events? If so, and if the city has no written policy prohibiting political campaigns from using the park in this way, a group could reserve the park for a meet and greet with candidates, provided that the organizers get the use of the park through the normal channels that any group could use, on a nondormitory (stet), equal access basis.""
Summary and Resolution
· RCW 42.17A.555 prohibits using the facilities of a public agency to assist an election campaign for public office unless the activity is part of the “normal and regular” activities of the agency, as defined in WAC 390-05-273. Vanessa Lucey rented the City of Roy park facility for a campaign event held in the park on Sep. 20. Mayor Kimber Ivy and others, including Lucey, attended the event. Lucey paid the required fee before the event occurred. However, the City of Roy has a written policy that states, “It is unlawful to hold or participate in any religious or political meeting or other assembly, or to distribute literature in any park without first obtaining a permit from the city council.”
· The application to hold a political event in a city park was approved by Kris Ballerini, City Clerk/Treasurer, after consulting with the city’s legal counsel and contacting PDC staff but without obtaining the required approval of the city council. That approval potentially created a situation where this political event was permitted under a different and more streamlined process than other religious and political events have faced or could expect to face. Allowing access to a facility on an equal basis, as advised by PDC staff, requires a consistent application of the city’s rules.
PDC staff determined that, in this instance, the evidence does not support the finding of a violation that warrants further investigation or formal enforcement action for a prohibited use of public facilities to assist election campaigns.
However, PDC staff reminded the City of Roy about the importance of following its own policies when considering applications to use city property to assist a candidate’s election campaign or to support or oppose a ballot proposition.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisement as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future. Additionally, for future reference, the PDC staff shared its expectation regarding making sure that the Respondent displays sponsor identification and party preference in an area set apart from the ad text and using at least 10-point type, or 10 percent of the largest size type used, whichever is greater and not to screen or half-tone the text, in all future campaigns. .
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/179146 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""179146 Evan Merritt Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8393/179146%20Evan%20Merritt%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""179146 Evan Merritt Complaint"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 12/31/2025 11:39:42 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 6032 7594 166185 01/22/2025 01/22/2025 10/06/2025 Conner Edwards Tobacco-Free Action Fund Tobacco-Free Action Fund: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.640 and WAC 390-20-125 for failure to timely register and report expenditures of a grassroots lobbying campaign (CY25 JAN25) RCW 29B.50.100/42.17A.640 Violation Found by Commission Lobbying - GrassrootsThe complaint in this case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 against Barbara de Michele (the ""Respondent"") for inaccurate or incomplete reporting, which was based on the difference in dollar amounts reported for Barbara de Michele’s 2021 campaign ending balance and 2025 campaign beginning balance.
Based on the attached findings and pursuant to WAC
390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions received and
expenditures made in 2021, 2024 and 2025. PDC staff expect Barbara de Michele to timely and
accurately disclose contributions and expenditures on C-3 and C-4 reports in
the future. The Commission will consider this formal written
warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations
of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted
and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW
42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) after reviewing the two complaints filed by Melissa Fox on September 15, 2025 and October 27, 2025.
The first complaint alleged:
The second complaint alleged:
· That Matthew Kenna’s campaign had not corrected all signs that say ""reelect."" The second complaint provided two examples of signs that had not been corrected and stated there may be more signs than the ones identified in the second complaint that have not had the ""Go Vote"" sticker applied over the word “reelect.” The complaint also alleged that Kenna’s reply to the first complaint is not accurate because Kenna did not have the endorsement of Sumner Mayor Carla Bowman.
Applicable Laws and Rules
RCW 42.17A.335 states: (1) It is a violation of this chapter for a person to sponsor with actual malice a statement constituting libel or defamation per se under the following circumstances:
(a) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that contains a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office;
(b) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that falsely represents that a candidate is the incumbent for the office sought when in fact the candidate is not the incumbent;
(c) Political advertising or an electioneering communication that makes either directly or indirectly, a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of any person or organization when in fact the candidate does not have such support or endorsement.
(2) For the purposes of this section, ""libel or defamation per se"" means statements that tend (a) to expose a living person to hatred, contempt, ridicule, or obloquy, or to deprive him or her of the benefit of public confidence or social intercourse, or to injure him or her in his or her business or occupation, or (b) to injure any person, corporation, or association in his, her, or its business or occupation.
(3) It is not a violation of this section for a candidate or his or her agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself. It is not a violation of this section for a person or organization referenced in subsection (1)(c) of this section to make a statement about that person or organization because such persons and organizations cannot defame themselves.
(4) Any violation of this section shall be proven by clear and convincing evidence. If a violation is proven, damages are presumed and do not need to be proven.
RCW 42.17A.005(29) states: ""Incumbent"" means a person who is in present possession of an elected office.
RCW 42.17A.005(1) ""Actual malice"" means to act with knowledge of falsity or with reckless disregard as to truth or falsity.
WAC 390-18-040 states: (1) The term ""reelect"" when used in an advertisement represents that the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision.
(2) The term ""reelect"" may be used in an advertisement by a nonincumbent candidate who has previously been elected to the office being sought provided that in the same advertisement it is clearly stated that the candidate is not the incumbent.
(3) The term ""retain"" in an advertisement represents that the candidate is the incumbent but does not necessarily imply that the candidate attained the office by election.
(4) The term ""return"" in an advertisement represents that the candidate now holds, or has previously held, the office being sought, but does not represent that the office was necessarily attained by election.
(5) Whenever the boundaries of a district or political subdivision are officially altered through redistricting, consolidation or other official procedures, the candidate holding an office in the affected district or political subdivision may, in an advertisement, use the term ""reelect,"" ""retain"" or ""return,"" as appropriate, if the candidate is seeking the same office in the revised district or political subdivision.
Background and Findings
· Matthew Kenna was appointed by the Mayor of Sumner to fill a seat left empty by the departure of an elected member of the Sumner City Council. Matthew Kenna is the incumbent office holder even though he did not attain the office by election. In 2025, Kenna ran to retain the seat he is now holding.
Use of Term “reelect”
· Matthew Kenna responded to the first complaint, stating he initially believed he was able to use the term “reelect” in political advertising but was told about two weeks before the complaint was filed, by a person he believed to be the complainant’s mother, that he was not allowed to use the term “reelect” in his political advertising.
· Kenna said he confirmed he was not allowed to use the term “reelect’ in advertising and updated all signs by Sep. 19, 2025, by covering up the “re” with a sticker that read “Go Vote!”
· Kenna said that during the week of Sep. 22, he had his graphics redone to remove “re” from “reelect” and by Sep. 26 had updated his Facebook page and campaign website.
· The second complaint, received Oct. 27, 2025, included photos of two campaign signs that included the term “reelect.” Kenna responded by saying he corrected the two signs by the evening of Oct. 29. Kenna maintained that as of Sep. 19 he had updated all signs of which he was aware.
Endorsements
· Kenna disputed the allegation in the initial complaint that he did not have the endorsement of some of the people listed as endorsers. Kenna said he received the endorsement of Mayor Carla Bowman and said he confirmed the endorsement with Bowman on Sep. 26, 2025.
· Kenna said he contacted Carla Bowman again after receiving the second complaint to determine whether he still had her endorsement given that he was now endorsing her opponent. He said Bowman told him she was no longer endorsing him and provided written confirmation that as of Oct. 29 she no longer endorsed him. Kenna said he then removed her name as an endorser on his Facebook page and campaign website.
Summary and Resolution
An incumbent is a person who is in present possession of an elected office. Matthew Kenna is an incumbent Sumner City Council member even though he was not elected to the office. Therefore, Kenna did not violate RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b) which prohibits, in certain circumstances, a false claim of incumbency.
WAC 390-18-040(1) states, in part, that the term ""reelect"" when used in an advertisement represents that the candidate is presently holding the office being sought, was elected to it, and is seeking another term in that same office in the same district or political subdivision. (Emphasis added) Because Kenna was appointed, and not elected, to the Sumner City Council, Kenna’s use of the term “reelect” in political advertising was a false statement about the candidate himself, an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(a). However, RCW 42.17A.335(3) states, in part, “It is not a violation of this section for a candidate or his or her agent to make statements described in subsection (1)(a) or (b) of this section about the candidate himself or herself because a person cannot defame himself or herself.” After realizing his mistake, Kenna corrected his advertising by covering the word “reelect” with a ""Go Vote"" sticker. Staff expects candidates to use the appropriate term, ""reelect,"" ""retain"" or ""return,"" as appropriate, based on the definitions found in WAC 390-18-040.
Matthew Kenna stated he properly listed Sumner Mayor Carla Bowman as an endorser until Oct. 29 when Bowman informed Kenna that he no longer had her endorsement. As of Oct. 29, Kenna removed Bowman’s name from his list of endorsers.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaints filed by Conner Edwards on September 20, 2025, and October 15, 2025. The two complaints alleged the Julie Hsieh (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to disclose expenditures for a PO Box rental and digital advertising on PDC reports.
Based on the attached findings, this case was resolved as a Technical Correction.
The PO Box rental was timely reported as a reimbursement of a pro rata portion of an expenditure on the 21-day pre-General C-4 report, so the allegation that the PO Box rental was reported late was dismissed.
Digital advertising expenditures were timely reported but lacked expenditure details and were later corrected. The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on the 21-day pre-General C-4 report which did not materially harm the public interest. She made the necessary technical corrections within 2-14 days of being notified by PDC staff. See WAC 390-37-060.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT CERQUI
By PDC AUDIT
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 01/28/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/13/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONSTANCE BACON
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETER LEWIS
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM LOVER
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PHYLLIS THOMAS
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17.090: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES DOCTER
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 01/27/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/09/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHAWN BUNNEY
By KRISTINE SMITH
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/22/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JANEA HOLMQUIST
By CHRIS GERGORICH
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 12/01/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/28/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JIM HONEYFORD
By CHRIS GREGORICH
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 12/01/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/20/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-008 250.00 150.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11008.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2242/11008.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11008.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11008.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2242/11008.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11008.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JIM HONEYFORD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-12-31"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-12-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 11:46:06 AM 6055 2243 11-009 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI CENTRAL PUGET SOUND REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY CENTRAL PUGET SOUND REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CENTRAL PUGET SOUND REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: FULL STIP on 04/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/26/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-009 15000.00 7500.00 0.00 7500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11009.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2243/11009.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11009.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11009.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2243/11009.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11009.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11009.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2243/11009.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11009.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11009.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2243/11009.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11009.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CENTRAL PUGET SOUND REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-07-10"", ""amount"" : 15000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 7500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-05-26"", ""amount"" : 7500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2019 12:11:32 PM 6056 2245 11-011 08/13/2010 08/13/2010 IVAN WEISS SHAWN MCEVOY SHAWN MCEVOY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHAWN MCEVOY
By IVAN WEISS
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-011 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11011.Review.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2245/11011.Review.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11011.Review.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11011.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2245/11011.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11011.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11011.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2245/11011.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11011.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11011.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2245/11011.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11011.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SHAWN MCEVOY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-05-20"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2019 12:08:58 PM 6057 2246 11-012 08/18/2010 08/18/2010 PDC STAFF JULIE JOHNSON JULIE JOHNSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JULIE JOHNSON
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/20/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-012 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11012.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2246/11012.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11012.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JULIE JOHNSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-08-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 11:46:31 AM 6058 2247 11-013 08/18/2010 08/18/2010 PDC STAFF CINDI LAWS CINDI LAWS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CINDI LAWS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/20/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-013 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11013.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2247/11013.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11013.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6059 2248 11-014 08/18/2010 08/18/2010 PDC STAFF NICOLE WILLIAMS NICOLE WILLIAMS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.170 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICOLE WILLIAMS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.170
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.170: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-014 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11014.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2248/11014.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11014.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6060 2249 11-015 08/27/2010 08/27/2010 JEAN BERKEY MOXIE MEDIA ET AL (CUT TAXES PAC/CONSERVATIVE PAC) MOXIE MEDIA ET AL (CUT TAXES PAC/CONSERVATIVE PAC): ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.120 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MOXIE MEDIA ET AL (CUT TAXES PAC/CONSERVATIVE PAC)
By JEAN BERKEY
RCW 42.17.120
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/28/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.120: REFERRED TO AG
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-015 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11015.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2249/11015.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11015.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11015.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2249/11015.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11015.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6061 2250 11-016 08/04/2010 08/04/2010 DMITRI IGLITZIN ORIN SMITH ORIN SMITH: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.242 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ORIN SMITH
By DMITRI IGLITZIN
RCW 42.17.242
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 09/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/29/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.242: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-016 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11016.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2250/11016.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11016.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11016.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2250/11016.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11016.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6062 2251 11-017 08/24/2010 08/24/2010 RENAY BENNETT GRANT DEGGINGER GRANT DEGGINGER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.241 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GRANT DEGGINGER
By RENAY BENNETT
RCW 42.17.241
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 09/28/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/29/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.241: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-017 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11017.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2251/11017.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11017.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11017.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2251/11017.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11017.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6063 2252 11-018 10/04/2010 10/04/2010 RICHARD HEGDAHL DAVE SCHMIDT DAVE SCHMIDT: ALLEGED UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.125 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVE SCHMIDT
By RICHARD HEGDAHL
Allegation(s): UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.125
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/19/2012
Sent to AGO 7/9/2013
See SC 14-2-00647-8 for Penalty Information
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.125: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-018 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11018.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11018.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2252/11018.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11018.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/06/2021 09:23:30 AM 6064 2253 11-019 10/07/2010 10/07/2010 SIERRA CLUB & WA STATE DEMOCRATIC PARTY AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY WASHINGTON AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY WASHINGTON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.100, RCW 42.17.510, RCW 42.17.565 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY WASHINGTON
By SIERRA CLUB & WA STATE DEMOCRATIC PARTY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.100, RCW 42.17.510, RCW 42.17.565
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/08/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.100: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.510: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.565: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-019 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11019.cui.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2253/11019.cui.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11019.cui.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11019.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2253/11019.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11019.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6065 2254 11-020 09/08/2010 09/08/2010 ALVIN BROWN WA STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY WA STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY
By ALVIN BROWN
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 09/22/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-020 12000.00 7800.00 0.00 4200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11020.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11020.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11020.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11020.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11020.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2254/11020.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11020.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WA STATE REPUBLICAN PARTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-12-10"", ""amount"" : 12000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 7800.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 4200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 10:58:12 AM 6066 2255 11-021 09/08/2010 09/08/2010 ALVIN BROWN MARTY MCCLENDON MARTY MCCLENDON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARTY MCCLENDON
By ALVIN BROWN
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-021 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11021.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2255/11021.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11021.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11021.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2255/11021.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11021.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARTY MCCLENDON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-04-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 11:58:31 AM 6067 2256 11-022 10/29/2010 10/29/2010 MATT RICHARDSON PAM ROACH PAM ROACH: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.530 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAM ROACH
By MATT RICHARDSON
RCW 42.17.530
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/06/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.530: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-022 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11022.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2256/11022.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11022.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11022.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2256/11022.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11022.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6068 2257 11-023 10/28/2010 10/28/2010 JULIE TAPPERO PETER FAVAZZA III PETER FAVAZZA III: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.241 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETER FAVAZZA III
By JULIE TAPPERO
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.241
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.241: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-023 300.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11023.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2257/11023.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11023.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11023.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2257/11023.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11023.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PETER FAVAZZA III"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-03-16"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 11:59:35 AM 6069 2259 11-025 11/12/2010 11/12/2010 SAM HUNT HOUSE REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE HOUSE REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HOUSE REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE
By SAM HUNT
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL STIP on 06/23/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-025 1700.00 500.00 0.00 1200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11025.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2259/11025.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11025.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11025.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2259/11025.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11025.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11025.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2259/11025.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11025.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11025.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2259/11025.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11025.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11025.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2259/11025.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11025.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""HOUSE REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITTEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-08-20"", ""amount"" : 1700.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-12-19"", ""amount"" : 1200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:00:21 PM 6070 2260 11-026 10/12/2010 10/12/2010 JAMES TUPPER CITIZENS FOR JUDICIAL EXCELLENCE CITIZENS FOR JUDICIAL EXCELLENCE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.640 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITIZENS FOR JUDICIAL EXCELLENCE
By JAMES TUPPER
RCW 42.17.640
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/02/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-026 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11026.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2260/11026.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11026.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11026.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2260/11026.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11026.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6071 2261 11-027 09/10/2010 09/10/2010 MARGARET ALTMAN TONY MOORE TONY MOORE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.105 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TONY MOORE
By MARGARET ALTMAN
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.105
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.105: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-027 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11027.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2261/11027.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11027.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11027.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2261/11027.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11027.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TONY MOORE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-06-10"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2019 12:11:55 PM 6072 2262 11-028 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/21/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-028 250.00 125.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11028.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2262/11028.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11028.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11028.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2262/11028.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11028.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-07"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 125.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-03-21"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:00:47 PM 6073 2263 11-029 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI CITY OF AUBURN CITY OF AUBURN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITY OF AUBURN
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/25/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-029 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11029.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2263/11029.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11029.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11029.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2263/11029.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11029.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CITY OF AUBURN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-03-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 11:33:10 AM 6074 2264 11-030 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI METRO PARKS TACOMA METRO PARKS TACOMA: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
METRO PARKS TACOMA
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-030 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11030.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2264/11030.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11030.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11030.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2264/11030.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11030.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""METRO PARKS TACOMA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-03-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:02:52 PM 6075 2265 11-031 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI PUGET SOUND PARTNERSHIP PUGET SOUND PARTNERSHIP: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PUGET SOUND PARTNERSHIP
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 02/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-031 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11031.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2265/11031.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11031.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11031.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2265/11031.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11031.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PUGET SOUND PARTNERSHIP"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-04-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6076 2266 11-032 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI PORT OF SEATTLE PORT OF SEATTLE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PORT OF SEATTLE
By PRESTON MUI
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 05/26/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/24/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-032 7500.00 3750.00 0.00 3750.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11032.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2266/11032.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11032.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11032.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2266/11032.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11032.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11032.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2266/11032.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11032.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11032.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2266/11032.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11032.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11032.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2266/11032.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11032.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PORT OF SEATTLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-07-31"", ""amount"" : 7500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 3750.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-06-24"", ""amount"" : 3750.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:03:16 PM 6077 2267 11-033 02/09/2011 02/09/2011 RECALL DALE WASHAM RECALL DALE WASHAM: ALLEGED VIOLATION; WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RECALL DALE WASHAM
WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL STIP on 04/28/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/28/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-033 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11033.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2267/11033.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11033.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2267/11033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11033.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2267/11033.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11033.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11033.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2267/11033.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11033.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11033.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2267/11033.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11033.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RECALL DALE WASHAM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-07-10"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-04-28"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:03:38 PM 6078 2268 11-034 11/15/2010 11/15/2010 MARY BEATON ZONA LENHART ZONA LENHART: ALLEGED EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ZONA LENHART
By MARY BEATON
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 09/22/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-034 4200.00 0.00 0.00 4200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11034.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11034.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11034.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11034.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11034.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2268/11034.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11034.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""Zona Lenhart"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-10"", ""amount"" : 4200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-05-16"", ""amount"" : 4200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/04/2020 04:27:46 PM 6079 2269 11-035 11/12/2010 11/12/2010 STEPHEN SHARKANSKY ONE AMERICA VOTES ONE AMERICA VOTES: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.105 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ONE AMERICA VOTES
By STEPHEN SHARKANSKY
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.105
Hearing: FULL STIP on 06/23/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/04/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.105: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-035 3000.00 1500.00 0.00 1500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11035.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2269/11035.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11035.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11035.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2269/11035.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11035.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11035.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2269/11035.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11035.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11035.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2269/11035.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11035.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11035.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2269/11035.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11035.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ONE AMERICA VOTES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-08-20"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 1500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-04"", ""amount"" : 1500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:07:24 PM 6080 2274 11-040 03/29/2011 03/29/2011 RON BONLENDER CITIZENS FOR SAFER STREETS & LOWER TAXES CITIZENS FOR SAFER STREETS & LOWER TAXES: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITIZENS FOR SAFER STREETS & LOWER TAXES
By RON BONLENDER
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/26/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-040 400.00 150.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11040.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2274/11040.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11040.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11040.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2274/11040.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11040.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CITIZENS FOR SAFER STREETS & LOWER TAXES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-26"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:09:00 PM 6081 2279 11-045 05/12/2011 05/12/2011 CHARLES SKIRKO, JR CHRIS BOWEN CHRIS BOWEN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRIS BOWEN
By CHARLES SKIRKO, JR
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL (INVESTIGATION) on 09/22/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/06/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-045 4200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4200.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""11045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2279/11045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11045.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2279/11045.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11045.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11045.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2279/11045.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11045.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11045.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2279/11045.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11045.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11045.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2279/11045.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11045.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHRIS BOWEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-06"", ""amount"" : 4200.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to AGO - 05/25/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:49:17 PM 6082 2280 11-046 03/28/2011 03/28/2011 STEVE HARRIS BILL ELFO BILL ELFO: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BILL ELFO
By STEVE HARRIS
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/16/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/11-046 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""11046.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2280/11046.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11046.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""11046.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2280/11046.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""11046.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6083 2287 12-001 06/30/2011 06/30/2011 WILLIAM FERRELL MIKE HOPE MIKE HOPE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.241 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MIKE HOPE
By WILLIAM FERRELL
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.241
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.241: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-001 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12001.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2287/12001.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12001.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12001.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2287/12001.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12001.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12001.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2287/12001.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12001.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12001.exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2287/12001.exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12001.exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12001.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2287/12001.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12001.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6084 2288 12-002 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI SKAGIT COUNTY SKAGIT COUNTY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SKAGIT COUNTY
By PRESTON MUI
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.190
Hearing: BRIEF (INVESTIGATION) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/14/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-002 250.00 125.00 0.00 125.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12002.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2288/12002.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12002.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12002.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2288/12002.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12002.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SKAGIT COUNTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 125.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-14"", ""amount"" : 125.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:11:29 PM 6085 2291 12-005 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 KATHRYN A LAMBERT KATHRYN A LAMBERT (SELAH SCHOOL DISTRICT): ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KATHRYN A LAMBERT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-005 150.00 75.00 0.00 75.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12005.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2291/12005.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12005.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KATHRYN A LAMBERT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-10"", ""amount"" : 75.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:12:22 PM 6086 2292 12-006 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 CAMERON TEMPLETON CAMERON TEMPLETON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CAMERON TEMPLETON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-006 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12006.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2292/12006.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12006.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CAMERON TEMPLETON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:12:44 PM 6087 2293 12-007 07/28/2011 07/28/2011 PAMELA TROXELL PAMELA TROXELL: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAMELA TROXELL
RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/18/2011
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-007 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12007.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2293/12007.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12007.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PAMELA TROXELL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-18"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:13:04 PM 6088 2300 12-015 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 PDC GARY ABOOD GARY ABOOD: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GARY ABOOD
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/22/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-015 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12015.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2300/12015.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12015.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""GARY ABOOD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-21"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-04-02"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-09-11"", ""amount"" : 75.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-20"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:09:01 AM 6089 2301 12-016 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 CARL ALEXANDER CARL ALEXANDER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CARL ALEXANDER
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-016 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12016.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2301/12016.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12016.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CARL ALEXANDER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:14:01 PM 6090 2308 12-023 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 CHARLES CARLSON CHARLES CARLSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHARLES CARLSON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/17/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-023 150.00 50.00 50.00 100.00 50.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12023.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2308/12023.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12023.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHARLES CARLSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - 04/03/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-30"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid - 93.58 from collections""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:49:31 PM 6091 2309 12-024 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MATTHEW CARPENTER MATTHEW CARPENTER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MATTHEW CARPENTER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-024 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12024.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2309/12024.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12024.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MATTHEW CARPENTER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:22:39 PM 6092 2312 12-028 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 STARLA DAMAN STARLA DAMAN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STARLA DAMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/15/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-028 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12028.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2312/12028.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12028.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STARLA DAMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:22:58 PM 6093 2313 12-029 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MICHAEL DAVIS MICHAEL DAVIS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL DAVIS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-029 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12029.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2313/12029.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12029.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL DAVIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:23:22 PM 6094 2318 12-035 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 TIMOTHY FAIRLEY TIMOTHY FAIRLEY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOTHY FAIRLEY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/11/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-035 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12035.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2318/12035.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12035.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TIMOTHY FAIRLEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:24:02 PM 6095 2156 12-036 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 BENJAMIN FANNING BENJAMIN FANNING: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BENJAMIN FANNING
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/08/2011
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-036 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12036.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2156/12036.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12036.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BENJAMIN FANNING"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-10"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:24:27 PM 6096 2327 12-051 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 WILLIAM KASSEL WILLIAM KASSEL: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM KASSEL
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/01/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-051 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12051.Review.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2327/12051.Review.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12051.Review.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12051.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2327/12051.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12051.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM KASSEL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-01"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:38:00 PM 6097 2334 12-060 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MICHAEL MASK MICHAEL MASK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MASK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/21/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-060 300.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12060.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2334/12060.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12060.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL MASK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-21"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 4/3/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:50:28 PM 6098 2337 12-063 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 TODD MCKITTRICK TODD MCKITTRICK: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TODD MCKITTRICK
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/25/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-063 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12063.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2337/12063.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12063.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TODD MCKITTRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-21"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-25"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:40:32 PM 6099 2339 12-065 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 CHAD MOON CHAD MOON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHAD MOON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-065 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12065.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2339/12065.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12065.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHAD MOON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - $150 - 06/29/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:50:49 PM 6100 2340 12-066 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 WILLIAM MOORE WILLIAM MOORE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM MOORE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/27/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-066 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12066.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2340/12066.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12066.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM MOORE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:11:03 AM 6101 2342 12-068 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JASON NORMAN JASON NORMAN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JASON NORMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/08/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-068 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12068.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2342/12068.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12068.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JASON NORMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-07"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:45:06 PM 6102 2343 12-069 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 ERIC OTTMAR ERIC OTTMAR: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ERIC OTTMAR
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/09/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-069 100.00 75.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12069.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2343/12069.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12069.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ERIC OTTMAR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-09"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:46:02 PM 6103 2345 12-071 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 BRENDA READY BRENDA READY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRENDA READY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-071 150.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12071.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2345/12071.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12071.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRENDA READY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - $100 - 06/29/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""F-1 Filed 8/17/2011"", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:50:59 PM 6104 2346 12-072 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 ROLLO RIORDAN ROLLO RIORDAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROLLO RIORDAN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-072 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12072.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2346/12072.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12072.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROLLO RIORDAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 8/31/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:51:09 PM 6105 2350 12-076 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 ERIK SHANK ERIK SHANK: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ERIK SHANK
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/11/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-076 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12076.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2350/12076.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12076.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ERIK SHANK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-01-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:51:56 PM 6106 2353 12-079 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 SCOTT SPARLING SCOTT SPARLING: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT SPARLING
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-079 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12079.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2353/12079.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12079.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT SPARLING"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 08/31/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:51:24 PM 6107 2354 12-080 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 DURWARD SPOTT DURWARD SPOTT: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DURWARD SPOTT
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-080 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12080.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2354/12080.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12080.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DURWARD SPOTT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 12:58:21 PM 6108 2356 12-083 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 PDC JUSTIN STENNICK JUSTIN STENNICK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUSTIN STENNICK
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-083 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12083.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2356/12083.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12083.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JUSTIN STENNICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 06/29/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:51:36 PM 6109 2359 12-086 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JAMES TARRAGANO JAMES TARRAGANO: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES TARRAGANO
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/18/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-086 150.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12086.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2359/12086.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12086.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JAMES TARRAGANO"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - $100 - 04/03/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:51:46 PM 6110 2360 12-087 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JUSTYN TURNER JUSTYN TURNER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUSTYN TURNER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/23/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-087 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12087.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2360/12087.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12087.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JUSTYN TURNER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-07"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-13"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-11"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-03-06"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-04-08"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-12"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/18/2019 04:23:13 PM 6111 2362 12-089 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 DAREN WAGNER DAREN WAGNER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAREN WAGNER
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/12/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-089 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12089.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2362/12089.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12089.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAREN WAGNER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:35:43 PM 6112 2365 12-092 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 JANET WAY JANET WAY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JANET WAY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/09/2011
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-092 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12092.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2365/12092.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12092.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JANET WAY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-08-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:37:47 PM 6113 2366 12-094 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 WILLIAM WERST WILLIAM WERST: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM WERST
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/24/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-094 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12094.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2366/12094.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12094.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM WERST"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-23"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:39:27 PM 6114 2368 12-096 07/29/2011 07/29/2011 MARIANNE YAGER MARIANNE YAGER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIANNE YAGER
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/30/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-096 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12096.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2368/12096.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12096.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARIANNE YAGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-09-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6115 2914 16-115 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT JAMES HOLCOMB JAMES HOLCOMB ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent JAMES HOLCOMB: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN W. CREIGHTON III
By JASON BENNETT
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.640, WAC 390-16-307, WAC 390-17-300
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/27/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
WAC 390-16-307: DISMISSED
WAC 390-17-300: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-107 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12107.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2374/12107.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12107.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12107.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2374/12107.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12107.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6117 2940 16-195 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONRAD LEE
By STEVE FINLEY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.095, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/08/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.095: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-108 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12108.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2375/12108.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12108.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12108.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2375/12108.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12108.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6119 2956 16-256 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT WILLIAM FINN WILLIAM FINN ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent WILLIAM FINN: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
he following allegation has been made against the respondent SANDRA M HUGGINS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NEW AMERICANS FOR ACCOUNTABLE GOVERNMENT
By STEVE FINLEY
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.103, RCW 42.17.640
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 01/18/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/21/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.103: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-109 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12109.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2377/12109.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12109.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12109.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2377/12109.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12109.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12109.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2377/12109.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12109.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12109.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2377/12109.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12109.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12109.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2377/12109.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12109.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NEW AMERICANS FOR ACCOUNTABLE GOVERNMENT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-03-01"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-02-21"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:45:18 PM 6122 2379 12-113 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 WESLEY ROEDER WESLEY ROEDER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WESLEY ROEDER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-113 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12113.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2379/12113.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12113.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WESLEY ROEDER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-03-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Reconciled Administratively""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/19/2021 01:54:07 PM 6123 2380 12-114 09/12/2011 09/12/2011 LARRY SANDBERG LARRY SANDBERG: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LARRY SANDBERG
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-114 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12114.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2380/12114.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12114.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LARRY SANDBERG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-02-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:47:20 PM 6124 2385 12-120 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 DARCI BECKER DARCI BECKER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DARCI BECKER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-120 500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12120.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2385/12120.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12120.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DARCI BECKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 04/03/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:52:21 PM 6125 2386 12-121 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 CRAIG CLARK CRAIG CLARK: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CRAIG CLARK
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/20/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-121 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12121.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2386/12121.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12121.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CRAIG CLARK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6126 2466 12-209 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DAVID LUTZ DAVID LUTZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID LUTZ
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/01/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-209 300.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12209.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2466/12209.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12209.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID LUTZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 02/08/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:56:48 PM 6127 2387 12-122 10/10/2011 10/10/2011 PHIL BARBERG MARK NELSON MARK NELSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK NELSON
By PHIL BARBERG
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/23/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/11/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-122 750.00 500.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12122.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2387/12122.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12122.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12122.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2387/12122.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12122.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12122.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2387/12122.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12122.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12122.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2387/12122.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12122.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12122.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2387/12122.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12122.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARK NELSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-04-19"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-04-11"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:50:19 PM 6128 2388 12-123 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 DAVID COOK DAVID COOK: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID COOK
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/27/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-123 200.00 150.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12123.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2388/12123.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12123.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID COOK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-12-27"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:50:50 PM 6129 2389 12-124 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 PATRICK FLAHERTY PATRICK FLAHERTY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PATRICK FLAHERTY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-124 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12124.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2389/12124.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12124.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PATRICK FLAHERTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/27/2019 10:41:41 AM 6130 2390 12-125 10/10/2011 10/10/2011 PHIL BARBERG BOB HEUER BOB HEUER: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BOB HEUER
By PHIL BARBERG
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 03/22/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/05/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-125 750.00 500.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12125.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2390/12125.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12125.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12125.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2390/12125.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12125.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12125.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2390/12125.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12125.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12125.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2390/12125.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12125.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BOB HEUER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-04-28"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-04-05"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:51:13 PM 6131 2376 12-126 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 ASHLEE LENHERT ASHLEE LENHERT: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ASHLEE LENHERT
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/27/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-126 200.00 150.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12126.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2376/12126.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12126.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ASHLEE LENHERT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-10-27"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:14:45 AM 6132 2391 12-127 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 BOW LINDGREN BOW LINDGREN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BOW LINDGREN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-127 200.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12127.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2391/12127.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12127.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BOW LINDGREN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-19"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 4/3/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:52:45 PM 6133 2392 12-128 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 CALLIE MCKAY CALLIE MCKAY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CALLIE MCKAY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-128 300.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12128.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2392/12128.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12128.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CALLIE MCKAY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-03-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:54:46 PM 6134 2393 12-129 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 SCOTT PAINTER SCOTT PAINTER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT PAINTER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-129 200.00 150.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12129.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2393/12129.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12129.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT PAINTER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-03-30"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 01:55:13 PM 6135 2394 12-130 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 JOE PHILLIPS JOE PHILLIPS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOE PHILLIPS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-130 300.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12130.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2394/12130.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12130.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOE PHILLIPS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 06/29/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:55:01 PM 6136 2397 12-137 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 JAMES WHEELER JAMES WHEELER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES WHEELER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-137 300.00 150.00 150.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12137.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2397/12137.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12137.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JAMES WHEELER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 6/29/2012"", ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:55:21 PM 6137 2398 12-138 09/13/2011 09/13/2011 PDC MARK ZANDBERG MARK ZANDBERG: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.040 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK ZANDBERG
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240, RCW 42.17.040
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 10/06/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/19/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-138 300.00 150.00 150.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12138.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2398/12138.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12138.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARK ZANDBERG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2011-11-18"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-06"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/27/2019 10:42:51 AM 6138 2399 12-139 10/03/2011 10/03/2011 JAMES KRIDER TOM STIGER TOM STIGER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.3691 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TOM STIGER
By JAMES KRIDER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.3691
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 05/24/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/19/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.3691: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-139 3000.00 2000.00 0.00 1000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12139.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12139.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12139.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12139.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12139.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12139.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2399/12139.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12139.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TOM STIGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-04"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-19"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:08:36 PM 6139 2400 12-140 09/26/2011 09/26/2011 TOBY NIXON CHRISTIE TRUE CHRISTIE TRUE: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRISTIE TRUE
By TOBY NIXON
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/08/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-140 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12140.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2400/12140.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12140.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12140.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2400/12140.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12140.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6140 2401 12-141 09/28/2011 09/28/2011 HANK STECKER KAREN STEEB KAREN STEEB: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KAREN STEEB
By HANK STECKER
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/08/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-141 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12141.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2401/12141.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12141.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12141.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2401/12141.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12141.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6141 2402 12-142 09/28/2011 09/28/2011 ANITA O'NEIL JOHN STOKES JOHN STOKES: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN STOKES
By ANITA O'NEIL
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/29/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-142 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12142.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2402/12142.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12142.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12142.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2402/12142.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12142.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6142 2403 12-143 10/18/2011 10/18/2011 STEVE DAVISON MICHAEL MCKINLEY MICHAEL MCKINLEY: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MCKINLEY
By STEVE DAVISON
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/19/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-143 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12143.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2403/12143.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12143.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12143.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2403/12143.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12143.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6143 2404 12-144 10/21/2011 10/21/2011 GEOFF BIDWELL SCOTT ROGERS, TREASURER MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD SCOTT ROGERS, TREASURER MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.510 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT ROGERS, TREASURER MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD
By GEOFF BIDWELL
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.510
Hearing: FULL STIP on 12/08/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/23/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.120: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.510: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-144 1000.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12144.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2404/12144.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12144.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12144.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2404/12144.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12144.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT ROGERS, TREASURER MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-01-15"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-12-23"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:08:56 PM 6144 2405 12-145 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS SPOKANE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 81 SPOKANE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 81: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SPOKANE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 81
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/27/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/07/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-145 1000.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12145.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12145.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12145.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12145.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12145.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12145.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2405/12145.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12145.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SPOKANE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 81"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-06-06"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-05-22"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/08/2016 12:00:00 AM 6145 2406 12-146 09/30/2011 09/30/2011 JUSTIN KOVER STEPHEN BUXBAUM STEPHEN BUXBAUM: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.640 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEPHEN BUXBAUM
By JUSTIN KOVER
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.640
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/24/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.120: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-146 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12146.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2406/12146.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12146.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12146.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2406/12146.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12146.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6146 2407 12-147 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI (EFF) KING CONSERVATION DISTRICT KING CONSERVATION DISTRICT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KING CONSERVATION DISTRICT
By PRESTON MUI (EFF)
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.190
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/19/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-147 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12147.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2407/12147.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12147.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12147.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2407/12147.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12147.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6147 2408 12-148 07/28/2010 07/28/2010 PRESTON MUI (EFF) CITY OF NEW CASTLE CITY OF NEW CASTLE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.190 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITY OF NEW CASTLE
By PRESTON MUI (EFF)
RCW 42.17.190
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/31/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.190: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-148 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12148.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2408/12148.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12148.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12148.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2408/12148.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12148.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6148 2433 12-176 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC TRISHA CLARIDGE TRISHA CLARIDGE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRISHA CLARIDGE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-176 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12176.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2433/12176.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12176.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRISHA CLARIDGE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-04-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/28/2016 12:00:00 AM 6149 2409 12-149 01/24/2012 01/24/2012 LOWNEY (CHARLES KIMBROUGH) KNOLL AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY ET AL AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY ET AL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.093, RCW 42.17.100, RCW 42.17.103, RCW 42.17.510, RCW 42.17.565 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY ET AL
By LOWNEY (CHARLES KIMBROUGH) KNOLL
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.093, RCW 42.17.100, RCW 42.17.103, RCW 42.17.510, RCW 42.17.565
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 03/22/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/22/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.093: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.100: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.103: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.510: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.565: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-149 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12149.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2409/12149.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12149.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12149.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2409/12149.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12149.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12149.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2409/12149.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12149.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12149.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2409/12149.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12149.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12149.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2409/12149.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12149.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6150 2410 12-150 01/31/2012 01/31/2012 JOSEPH ROMANN SUE BAUGH/JOHN SU MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD SUE BAUGH/JOHN SU MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD: ALLEGED CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.510 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SUE BAUGH/JOHN SU MOVE BELLEVUE FORWARD
By JOSEPH ROMANN
Allegation(s): CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.510
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 04/26/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/14/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.040: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.120: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.510: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-150 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12150.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2410/12150.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12150.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12150.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2410/12150.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12150.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12150.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2410/12150.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12150.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6151 2411 12-153 10/24/2011 10/24/2011 SHEMAN VOILES GIL MENDOZA GIL MENDOZA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.103, RCW 42.17.510 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GIL MENDOZA
By SHEMAN VOILES
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17.120, RCW 42.17.103, RCW 42.17.510
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 06/28/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.120: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.103: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.510: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-153 4500.00 2500.00 0.00 2000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12153.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12153.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12153.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12153.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12153.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12153.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2411/12153.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12153.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""GIL MENDOZA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-30"", ""amount"" : 4500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 2500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-25"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:15:21 AM 6152 2412 12-154 11/07/2011 11/07/2011 TOBY NIXON CONCERNED CITIZENS OF KIRKLAND CONCERNED CITIZENS OF KIRKLAND: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.730, RCW 42.17.740, RCW 42.17.120 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONCERNED CITIZENS OF KIRKLAND
By TOBY NIXON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.730, RCW 42.17.740, RCW 42.17.120
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/14/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.730: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.740: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.120: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-154 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12154.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2412/12154.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12154.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12154.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2412/12154.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12154.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12154.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2412/12154.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12154.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12154.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2412/12154.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12154.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12154.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2412/12154.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12154.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CONCERNED CITIZENS OF KIRKLAND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-11-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:24:24 PM 6153 2413 12-155 11/28/2011 11/28/2011 KENTON KAKUK SCOTT HIGGINS SCOTT HIGGINS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT HIGGINS
By KENTON KAKUK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/26/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-155 500.00 200.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12155.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2413/12155.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12155.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12155.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2413/12155.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12155.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12155.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2413/12155.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12155.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12155.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2413/12155.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12155.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12155.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2413/12155.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12155.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT HIGGINS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-26"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:26:07 PM 6154 2414 12-156 12/29/2011 12/29/2011 SHARON GILPIN ANNE BLAIR ANNE BLAIR: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANNE BLAIR
By SHARON GILPIN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/29/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-156 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12156.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2414/12156.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12156.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12156.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2414/12156.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12156.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12156.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2414/12156.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12156.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12156.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2414/12156.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12156.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12156.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2414/12156.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12156.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANNE BLAIR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:26:26 PM 6155 2415 12-157 01/23/2012 01/23/2012 MARK ROSSMILLER EVERGREEN SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS EVERGREEN SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EVERGREEN SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS
By MARK ROSSMILLER
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-157 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12157.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2415/12157.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12157.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12157.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2415/12157.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12157.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6156 2416 12-158 02/09/2012 02/09/2012 MARK ROSSMILLER EVERGREEN CITIZENS FOR SCHOOLS EVERGREEN CITIZENS FOR SCHOOLS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EVERGREEN CITIZENS FOR SCHOOLS
By MARK ROSSMILLER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 01/24/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/08/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-158 500.00 300.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12158.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2416/12158.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12158.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12158.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2416/12158.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12158.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12158.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2416/12158.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12158.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12158.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2416/12158.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12158.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12158.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2416/12158.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12158.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""EVERGREEN CITIZENS FOR SCHOOLS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-03-02"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-02-08"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:26:48 PM 6157 2417 12-159 11/08/2011 11/08/2011 JERRY GALLAND JAMES FOSSOS JAMES FOSSOS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.060, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES FOSSOS
By JERRY GALLAND
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.060, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 03/28/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/25/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.060: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-159 750.00 250.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12159.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12159.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2417/12159.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12159.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JAMES FOSSOS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-05-25"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-05-20"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:27:08 PM 6158 2418 12-161 11/16/2011 11/16/2011 JERRY GALLAND YES ON PROP 1 COMMITTEE YES ON PROP 1 COMMITTEE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
YES ON PROP 1 COMMITTEE
By JERRY GALLAND
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-161 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12161.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2418/12161.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12161.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12161.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2418/12161.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12161.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6159 2434 12-177 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DAVID CLEMENS DAVID CLEMENS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID CLEMENS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-177 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12177.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2434/12177.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12177.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID CLEMENS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:55:44 PM 6160 2419 12-162 12/12/2011 12/12/2011 TOM STALY JR BRIAN BROOKS BRIAN BROOKS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN BROOKS
By TOM STALY JR
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-162 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12162.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2419/12162.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12162.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12162.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2419/12162.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12162.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12162.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2419/12162.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12162.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12162.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2419/12162.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12162.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12162.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2419/12162.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12162.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRIAN BROOKS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-11-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:27:25 PM 6161 2420 12-163 12/12/2011 12/12/2011 TOM STALY JR RON MABRY RON MABRY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RON MABRY
By TOM STALY JR
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/22/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-163 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12163.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2420/12163.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12163.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12163.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2420/12163.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12163.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12163.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2420/12163.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12163.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12163.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2420/12163.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12163.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12163.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2420/12163.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12163.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RON MABRY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:27:43 PM 6162 2421 12-164 12/12/2011 12/12/2011 TOM STALY JR BEN MESSINGER BEN MESSINGER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BEN MESSINGER
By TOM STALY JR
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
WAC 390-16-125, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-164 200.00 100.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12164.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2421/12164.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12164.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12164.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2421/12164.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12164.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12164.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2421/12164.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12164.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12164.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2421/12164.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12164.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12164.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2421/12164.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12164.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BEN MESSINGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:28:01 PM 6163 2422 12-165 02/28/2012 02/28/2012 AILEEN FISHER MIA GREGERSON MIA GREGERSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MIA GREGERSON
By AILEEN FISHER
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/30/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-165 400.00 200.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12165.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2422/12165.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12165.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12165.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2422/12165.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12165.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12165.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2422/12165.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12165.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12165.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2422/12165.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12165.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MIA GREGERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-11"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-30"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:28:21 PM 6164 2423 12-166 03/12/2012 03/12/2012 THADDEUS CURTZ JUSTIN KOVER JUSTIN KOVER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17.510 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUSTIN KOVER
By THADDEUS CURTZ
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17.510
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/26/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.510: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-166 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12166.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2423/12166.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12166.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12166.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2423/12166.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12166.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6165 2424 12-167 04/13/2012 04/13/2012 JOEL GRAVES BRAD OWEN BRAD OWEN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.090 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRAD OWEN
By JOEL GRAVES
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17.090
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 09/27/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-167 1000.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12167.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12167.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12167.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12167.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12167.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12167.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2424/12167.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12167.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRAD OWEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-11"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-16"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:15:53 AM 6166 2425 12-168 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 WASHINGTON STATE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION FAMILY PAC FAMILY PAC: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17.0080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FAMILY PAC
By WASHINGTON STATE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.0080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 10/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.0080: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17.090: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.235: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.240: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-168 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12168.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2425/12168.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12168.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12168.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2425/12168.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12168.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12168.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2425/12168.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12168.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12168.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2425/12168.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12168.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 09/21/2016 12:00:00 AM 6167 2427 12-170 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DONALD BAKER DONALD BAKER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD BAKER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-170 300.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12170.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2427/12170.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12170.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DONALD BAKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:55:32 PM 6168 2431 12-174 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC KRISTEN BUTLER KRISTEN BUTLER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KRISTEN BUTLER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-174 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12174.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2431/12174.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12174.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISTEN BUTLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:52:29 PM 6169 2432 12-175 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOHN CLANCY JOHN CLANCY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN CLANCY
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-175 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12175.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2432/12175.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12175.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN CLANCY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 02:52:44 PM 6170 2435 12-178 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC GREGORY COLFAX GREGORY COLFAX: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GREGORY COLFAX
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-178 400.00 350.00 350.00 0.00 400.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12178.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2435/12178.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12178.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""GREGORY COLFAX"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-10-11"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO AG - 04/12/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 350.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 350.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:55:57 PM 6171 2436 12-179 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DAVID DALLE DAVID DALLE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID DALLE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/29/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-179 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12179.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2436/12179.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12179.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID DALLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 03:53:32 PM 6172 2437 12-180 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC STARLA DAMAN STARLA DAMAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STARLA DAMAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-180 300.00 100.00 100.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12180.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2437/12180.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12180.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STARLA DAMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-09"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/27/2019 10:45:25 AM 6173 2438 12-181 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JASMINE DICKHOFF JASMINE DICKHOFF: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JASMINE DICKHOFF
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-181 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12181.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2438/12181.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12181.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JASMINE DICKHOFF"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:16:31 AM 6174 2439 12-182 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MICHAEL DIXON MICHAEL DIXON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL DIXON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-182 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12182.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2439/12182.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12182.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL DIXON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : ""$100 suspended portion of the penalty assessed in PDC case no. 12-182 is reinstated for a total penalty of $400, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order"", ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-03-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Reconciled Administratively""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/16/2021 04:15:28 PM 6175 2440 12-183 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC SCOTT DOLEZAL SCOTT DOLEZAL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT DOLEZAL
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-183 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12183.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2440/12183.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12183.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT DOLEZAL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-13"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:17:06 AM 6176 2445 12-188 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC TRAVIS FLETCHER TRAVIS FLETCHER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRAVIS FLETCHER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-188 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12188.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2445/12188.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12188.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRAVIS FLETCHER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:52:55 PM 6177 2447 12-190 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOACHIM GERLACH JOACHIM GERLACH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOACHIM GERLACH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/19/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-190 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12190.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2447/12190.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12190.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOACHIM GERLACH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:54:15 PM 6178 2448 12-191 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC KIM GILLIS KIM GILLIS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIM GILLIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-191 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12191.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2448/12191.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12191.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KIM GILLIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:56:36 PM 6179 2450 12-193 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC CARRIE GREENOUGH CARRIE GREENOUGH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CARRIE GREENOUGH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-193 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12193.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2450/12193.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12193.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CARRIE GREENOUGH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:55:43 PM 6180 2451 12-194 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC BOB HABERMAN BOB HABERMAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BOB HABERMAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/01/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-194 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12194.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2451/12194.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12194.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BOB HABERMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:56:01 PM 6181 2452 12-195 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JEREMY HAWKINS JEREMY HAWKINS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEREMY HAWKINS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/28/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-195 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12195.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2452/12195.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12195.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JEREMY HAWKINS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:56:18 PM 6182 2453 12-196 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC AARON HEIDE AARON HEIDE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AARON HEIDE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/15/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-196 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12196.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2453/12196.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12196.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""AARON HEIDE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 11:17:39 AM 6183 2456 12-199 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOHN HOCTOR JOHN HOCTOR: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN HOCTOR
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-199 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12199.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2456/12199.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12199.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN HOCTOR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:57:10 PM 6184 2457 12-200 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC ANDREW HOOPER ANDREW HOOPER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDREW HOOPER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-200 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12200.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2457/12200.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12200.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANDREW HOOPER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:57:32 PM 6185 2458 12-201 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC ROCKY HOWARD ROCKY HOWARD: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROCKY HOWARD
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-201 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12201.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2458/12201.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12201.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROCKY HOWARD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:57:49 PM 6186 2459 12-202 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC LEAH HUGHES-ANDERSON LEAH HUGHES-ANDERSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LEAH HUGHES-ANDERSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-202 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12202.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2459/12202.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12202.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LEAH HUGHES-ANDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:58:09 PM 6187 2462 12-205 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC THOMAS LARRICK THOMAS LARRICK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS LARRICK
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/20/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-205 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12205.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2462/12205.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12205.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""THOMAS LARRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 04:59:21 PM 6188 2467 12-210 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MICHAEL MACE MICHAEL MACE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MACE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-210 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12210.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2467/12210.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12210.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL MACE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 12:25:06 PM 6189 2468 12-211 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC TIMOTHY MATSON TIMOTHY MATSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIMOTHY MATSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/12/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-211 100.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12211.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2468/12211.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12211.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TIMOTHY MATSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:57:04 PM 6190 2469 12-212 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC CONNIE MEREDITH CONNIE MEREDITH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CONNIE MEREDITH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-212 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12212.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2469/12212.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12212.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CONNIE MEREDITH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 12:28:05 PM 6191 2471 12-214 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC BRENDA MILLER BRENDA MILLER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRENDA MILLER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/29/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-214 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12214.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2471/12214.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12214.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRENDA MILLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-29"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 12:28:40 PM 6192 2472 12-215 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JUSTIN MONTERMINI JUSTIN MONTERMINI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUSTIN MONTERMINI
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-215 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12215.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2472/12215.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12215.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JUSTIN MONTERMINI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6193 2475 12-218 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC STACEY PLUMMER STACEY PLUMMER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STACEY PLUMMER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-218 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12218.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2475/12218.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12218.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STACEY PLUMMER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:10:42 PM 6194 2476 12-219 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOSEPH PORTER JOSEPH PORTER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPH PORTER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/26/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-219 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12219.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2476/12219.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12219.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOSEPH PORTER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:11:03 PM 6195 2478 12-221 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DANIEL RAAP DANIEL RAAP: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DANIEL RAAP
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-221 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12221.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2478/12221.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12221.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DANIEL RAAP"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:11:23 PM 6196 2480 12-223 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC RONALD REIMANN RONALD REIMANN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RONALD REIMANN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-223 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12223.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2480/12223.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12223.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RONALD REIMANN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:11:40 PM 6197 2481 12-224 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC DALE RICE DALE RICE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DALE RICE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/18/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-224 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12224.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2481/12224.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12224.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DALE RICE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:11:57 PM 6198 2484 12-227 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MARY ROURKE MARY ROURKE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARY ROURKE
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-227 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12227.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2484/12227.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12227.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARY ROURKE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6199 2485 12-228 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JILL SATRAN JILL SATRAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JILL SATRAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/28/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-228 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12228.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2485/12228.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12228.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JILL SATRAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:13:25 PM 6200 2487 12-230 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC TRAVIS SCHOENWALD TRAVIS SCHOENWALD: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRAVIS SCHOENWALD
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/28/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-230 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12230.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2487/12230.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12230.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRAVIS SCHOENWALD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:13:40 PM 6201 2488 12-231 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC RANDY SCOTT RANDY SCOTT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDY SCOTT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-231 150.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12231.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2488/12231.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12231.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RANDY SCOTT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:57:48 PM 6202 2489 12-232 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC BOB SHAW BOB SHAW: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BOB SHAW
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/26/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-232 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12232.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2489/12232.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12232.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BOB SHAW"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:15:26 PM 6203 2490 12-233 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC RICHARD SIEFERT RICHARD SIEFERT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD SIEFERT
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-233 150.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12233.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2490/12233.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12233.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD SIEFERT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-13"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:15:42 PM 6204 2492 12-235 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC BARBARA STARR BARBARA STARR: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BARBARA STARR
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/26/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-235 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12235.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2492/12235.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12235.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BARBARA STARR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:15:59 PM 6205 2493 12-236 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC APRIL STEINBACH APRIL STEINBACH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
APRIL STEINBACH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/14/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-236 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12236.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2493/12236.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12236.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""APRIL STEINBACH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-07-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-06-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:16:15 PM 6206 2494 12-237 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JOHN STOCKBURGER JOHN STOCKBURGER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN STOCKBURGER
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-237 300.00 150.00 150.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12237.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2494/12237.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12237.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN STOCKBURGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 150.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-03-18"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-04-18"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-09-20"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-22"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-11-26"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2012-12-20"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-01-18"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-02-19"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:31:40 PM 6207 2495 12-238 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC JEFFREY THORP JEFFREY THORP: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEFFREY THORP
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/03/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-238 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12238.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2495/12238.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12238.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JEFFREY THORP"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-08-03"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 01:47:53 PM 6208 2502 12-245 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC MICHAEL WILLIAMS MICHAEL WILLIAMS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL WILLIAMS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-245 300.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""12245.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2502/12245.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12245.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL WILLIAMS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-16"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 01/04/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:58:15 PM 6209 2503 12-246 05/15/2012 05/15/2012 PDC KARIANNA WILSON KARIANNA WILSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KARIANNA WILSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/09/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-246 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12246.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2503/12246.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12246.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KARIANNA WILSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-08-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-07-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:17:34 PM 6210 2521 13-001 06/20/2012 06/20/2012 ROGER LENK TODD BLACKMAN TODD BLACKMAN: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TODD BLACKMAN
By ROGER LENK
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-001 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13001.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2521/13001.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13001.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13001.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2521/13001.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13001.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13001.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2521/13001.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13001.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13001.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2521/13001.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13001.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13001.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2521/13001.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13001.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TODD BLACKMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-11-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-10-25"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:21:29 PM 6211 2522 13-002 06/17/2012 06/17/2012 TAMI HERMAN WILLIAM NEAL WILLIAM NEAL: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM NEAL
By TAMI HERMAN
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 01/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/31/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-002 750.00 500.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13002.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13002.stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13002.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13002.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13002.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13002.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2522/13002.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13002.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM NEAL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-30"", ""amount"" : 750.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-02-25"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:22:25 PM 6212 2523 13-003 06/17/2012 06/17/2012 TAMI HERMAN TAMI HERMAN TAMI HERMAN: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES, IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130, RCW 42.17A.555 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TAMI HERMAN
By TAMI HERMAN
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES, IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130, RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 05/22/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-003 500.00 350.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13003.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2523/13003.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13003.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13003.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2523/13003.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13003.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13003.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2523/13003.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13003.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13003.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2523/13003.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13003.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13003.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2523/13003.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13003.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TAMI HERMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-05"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 350.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-06-26"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6213 1040 22775 07/28/2017 02/22/2018 PDC Staff Thomas, Blain Thomas, Blain: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file F-1 statement of personal financial affairs as a candidate (Round 1 Group Enforcement 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PO BOX 52866 FRIENDS OF MCKENNA FOR GOVERNOR
By KELLY WICKER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.710
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 10/25/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/09/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.080: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17.090: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.235: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.710: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-004 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13004.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2524/13004.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13004.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13004.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2524/13004.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13004.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13004.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2524/13004.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13004.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13004.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2524/13004.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13004.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6215 2527 13-007 09/07/2012 09/07/2012 PDC TIFFANY COULSON TIFFANY COULSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIFFANY COULSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/26/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-007 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13007.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2527/13007.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13007.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TIFFANY COULSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-10-26"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-09-26"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:28:49 PM 6216 2528 13-008 09/07/2012 09/07/2012 PDC RICHARD EMERY RICHARD EMERY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD EMERY
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-008 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13008.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2528/13008.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13008.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD EMERY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-10-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-09-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2019 12:06:39 PM 6217 2530 13-010 09/07/2012 09/07/2012 PDC ANDREA SMITH ANDREA SMITH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDREA SMITH
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 10/02/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/25/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-010 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13010.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2530/13010.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13010.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : "" ANDREA SMITH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2012-10-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2012-09-25"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:29:33 PM 6218 2531 13-011 08/27/2012 08/27/2012 RANDY PEPPLE INSLEE FOR GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN INSLEE FOR GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN: ALLEGED EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS, FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.405, RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.490 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
INSLEE FOR GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN
By RANDY PEPPLE
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS, FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.405, RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.490
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 10/15/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/23/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.405: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.490: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVE STRACHAN, SHERIFF
By ALEX WILFORD
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17a.555
Hearing: BRIEF - STIPULATION - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 04/25/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/02/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17a.555: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVEN DREW
By DIANA TOWNSEND
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.565, RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.565: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSHUA PENNER
By PDC STAFF
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/14/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-084 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14084.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2781/14084.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14084.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOSHUA PENNER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-27"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-11-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:27:12 AM 6222 2535 13-015 09/13/2012 09/13/2012 REBECCA FOUST WA UNITED FOR MARRIAGE SENSA SALON WA UNITED FOR MARRIAGE SENSA SALON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.470, RCW 42.17A.495 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WA UNITED FOR MARRIAGE SENSA SALON
By REBECCA FOUST
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.470, RCW 42.17A.495
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 10/25/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/14/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.470: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.495: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TROY KELLEY
By KIRBY WILBUR
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.710, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/06/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/21/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.710: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES WATKINS
By BOB BENNETT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.710
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/20/2012
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.710: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION, ET AL
By NO ON I-502, ET AL
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 11/05/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.235: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-019 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13019.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2538/13019.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13019.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13019.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2538/13019.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13019.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13019.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2538/13019.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13019.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13019.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2538/13019.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13019.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6226 2950 16-227 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT RICHARD STEVENS RICHARD STEVENS ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent RICHARD STEVENS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
45TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT DEMOCRATS
By KEVIN CARNS
Allegation(s): CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 12/05/2012
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/21/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-020 2500.00 1250.00 0.00 1250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13020.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13020.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13020.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13020.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13020.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2539/13020.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13020.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""45TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT DEMOCRATS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-06-20"", ""amount"" : 2500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 1250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-01-18"", ""amount"" : 625.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2013-02-22"", ""amount"" : 625.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:31:03 PM 6228 2540 13-021 10/24/2012 10/24/2012 ARTHUR WEST PETE/KIM HOLMES/GARRETT PETE/KIM HOLMES/GARRETT: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETE/KIM HOLMES/GARRETT
By ARTHUR WEST
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 01/18/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/25/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-021 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13021.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.Exhibits1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.Exhibits1.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.Exhibits1.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13021.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2540/13021.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13021.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6229 2541 13-022 01/18/2013 01/18/2013 MERRITT (BUZZ) KETCHUM MARK MCCRADY MARK MCCRADY: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK MCCRADY
By MERRITT (BUZZ) KETCHUM
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 10/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/10/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-022 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13022.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.roi.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.roi.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.roi.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.CUI.supp.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.CUI.supp.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.CUI.supp.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13022.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2541/13022.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13022.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARK MCCRADY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-12-04"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-11-10"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:31:25 PM 6230 2542 13-023 02/27/2013 02/27/2013 ANDREA McNAMARA DOYLE SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE (SDCC) SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE (SDCC): ALLEGED UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE (SDCC)
By ANDREA McNAMARA DOYLE
Allegation(s): UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS, CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 11/05/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.435: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.445: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-023 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13023.memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2542/13023.memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13023.memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13023.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2542/13023.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13023.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13023.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2542/13023.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13023.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6231 2543 13-024 10/29/2012 10/29/2012 MONICA LAWRENCE ATTN: RICK ROGERS RESPECT ASOTIN COUNTY ATTN: RICK ROGERS RESPECT ASOTIN COUNTY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ATTN: RICK ROGERS RESPECT ASOTIN COUNTY
By MONICA LAWRENCE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/12/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.225: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-024 400.00 300.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13024.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2543/13024.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13024.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13024.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2543/13024.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13024.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ATTN: RICK ROGERS RESPECT ASOTIN COUNTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-01-16"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-12-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:21:12 PM 6232 2544 13-025 08/02/2012 08/02/2012 JIM LAZAR ATTN: MARK KELLY PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST ATTN: MARK KELLY PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.320, RCW 42.17A.305 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ATTN: MARK KELLY PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST
By JIM LAZAR
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.320, RCW 42.17A.305
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/04/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.320: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.305: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-025 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13025.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2544/13025.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13025.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13025.dis.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2544/13025.dis.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13025.dis.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6233 2545 13-026 08/15/2012 08/15/2012 SANDRA TURNER FUKUMOTO C/O JOSEPH BACKHOLM PRESERVE MARRIAGE WASHINGTON C/O JOSEPH BACKHOLM PRESERVE MARRIAGE WASHINGTON: ALLEGED CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.235 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
C/O JOSEPH BACKHOLM PRESERVE MARRIAGE WASHINGTON
By SANDRA TURNER FUKUMOTO
Allegation(s): CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.235
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 05/28/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-026 5000.00 0.00 0.00 5000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13026.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13026.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13026.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13026.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13026.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2545/13026.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13026.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""C/O JOSEPH BACKHOLM PRESERVE MARRIAGE WASHINGTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-09"", ""amount"" : 5000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2016-03-23"", ""amount"" : 5000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2020 02:17:55 PM 6234 2549 13-029 10/29/2012 10/29/2012 KATHY HUMPHREY NORTH CENTRAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL NORTH CENTRAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL: ALLEGED CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.260 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NORTH CENTRAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL
By KATHY HUMPHREY
Allegation(s): CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.260
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/06/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.305: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.260: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-029 8000.00 4000.00 0.00 4000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13029.stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13029.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13029.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13029.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13029.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2549/13029.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13029.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NORTH CENTRAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING COUNCIL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-22"", ""amount"" : 8000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 4000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:23:56 PM 6235 2550 13-030 10/31/2012 10/31/2012 RICHARD ROGERS SCOTT BROYLES CITIZENS FOR BETTER GOVERNMENT SCOTT BROYLES CITIZENS FOR BETTER GOVERNMENT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT BROYLES CITIZENS FOR BETTER GOVERNMENT
By RICHARD ROGERS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/12/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-030 300.00 200.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13030.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2550/13030.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13030.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13030.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2550/13030.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13030.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT BROYLES CITIZENS FOR BETTER GOVERNMENT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-01-16"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-01-08"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:24:15 PM 6236 2551 13-032 02/28/2012 02/28/2012 Aileen Fisher JOHN CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (GALLUP) JOHN CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (GALLUP): ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (GALLUP)
By Aileen Fisher
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-032 400.00 350.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13032.charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2551/13032.charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13032.charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13032.cui.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2551/13032.cui.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13032.cui.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13032.roi.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2551/13032.roi.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13032.roi.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13032.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2551/13032.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13032.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13032.exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2551/13032.exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13032.exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (GALLUP)"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-15"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 350.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-11"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/29/2019 01:33:06 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6237 2552 13-033 03/06/2012 03/06/2012 Aileen Fisher CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (RENN) CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (RENN): ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (RENN)
By Aileen Fisher
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-033 50.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13033.cui.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2552/13033.cui.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13033.cui.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13033.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2552/13033.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13033.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13033.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2552/13033.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13033.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2552/13033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13033.CHARGES.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2552/13033.CHARGES.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13033.CHARGES.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (RENN)"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-15"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/29/2019 01:32:39 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6238 2553 13-034 02/28/2012 02/28/2012 Aileen Fisher CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (BRANDT-SCHLUTER) CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (BRANDT-SCHLUTER): ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (BRANDT-SCHLUTER)
By Aileen Fisher
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 06/27/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/29/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-034 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13034.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2553/13034.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13034.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2553/13034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13034.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2553/13034.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13034.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13034.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2553/13034.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13034.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CITY OF SEATAC OFFICIALS (BRANDT-SCHLUTER)"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-08-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-29"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 03:25:52 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6239 2566 13-048 10/15/2012 10/15/2012 MAX GOLLODAY MATTHEW TOMASKIN MATTHEW TOMASKIN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MATTHEW TOMASKIN
By MAX GOLLODAY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/12/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-048 400.00 250.00 250.00 0.00 400.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13048.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2566/13048.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13048.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13048.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2566/13048.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13048.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13048.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2566/13048.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13048.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13048.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2566/13048.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13048.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MATTHEW TOMASKIN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-02-15"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 07/13/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 250.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:58:53 PM 6240 2649 13-163 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC CALEB BACKHOLM CALEB BACKHOLM: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CALEB BACKHOLM
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-163 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13163.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2649/13163.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13163.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CALEB BACKHOLM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6241 2617 13-099 07/16/2012 07/16/2012 John Roskelley TODD MIELKE TODD MIELKE: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TODD MIELKE
By John Roskelley
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 03/23/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-099 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13099.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2617/13099.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13099.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13099.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2617/13099.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13099.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13099.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2617/13099.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13099.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13099.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2617/13099.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13099.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13099.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2617/13099.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13099.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TODD MIELKE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-05-10"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-04-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/21/2016 12:00:00 AM 6242 2618 13-100 12/17/2012 12/17/2012 Roger Lenk MARK FAITH MARK FAITH: ALLEGED EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS; RCW 42.17A.555, RCW 42.17A.405, RCW 42.17A. 240, RCW 42.17A.235 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARK FAITH
By Roger Lenk
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS
RCW 42.17A.555, RCW 42.17A.405, RCW 42.17A. 240, RCW 42.17A.235
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/04/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/21/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.405: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A. 240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-100 250.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13100.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2618/13100.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13100.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13100.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2618/13100.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13100.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13100.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2618/13100.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13100.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13100.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2618/13100.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13100.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13100.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2618/13100.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13100.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARK FAITH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-01-18"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-01-21"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:58:26 PM 6243 2619 13-101 06/21/2013 06/21/2013 Paul George CITIZENS FOR TWO-THIRDS COMMITTEE CITIZENS FOR TWO-THIRDS COMMITTEE: ALLEGED EXCEEDANCE OF MINI REPORTING LIMITS; RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-125 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CITIZENS FOR TWO-THIRDS COMMITTEE
By Paul George
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF MINI REPORTING LIMITS
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-125
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/30/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
WAC 390-16-125: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-101 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13101.ORDER.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2619/13101.ORDER.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13101.ORDER.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13101.ORDER.Add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2619/13101.ORDER.Add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13101.ORDER.Add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13101.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2619/13101.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13101.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13101.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2619/13101.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13101.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13101.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2619/13101.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13101.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CITIZENS FOR TWO-THIRDS COMMITTEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-26"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-30"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 04:59:18 PM 6244 2620 13-103 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT JOHN BARBEE JOHN BARBEE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN BARBEE
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-103 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13103.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2620/13103.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13103.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN BARBEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-27"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 05:00:23 PM 6245 2621 13-106 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff DEMOCRITUS BLANTAYRE DEMOCRITUS BLANTAYRE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEMOCRITUS BLANTAYRE
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-106 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13106.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2621/13106.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13106.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DEMOCRITUS BLANTAYRE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6246 2622 13-107 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff MARIA BOSWORTH MARIA BOSWORTH: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIA BOSWORTH
By PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-107 300.00 275.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13107.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2622/13107.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13107.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARIA BOSWORTH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 275.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-06"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6247 2623 13-110 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 Group Enforcement PDC Staff JIMMIE CHASTAIN JIMMIE CHASTAIN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JIMMIE CHASTAIN
By Group Enforcement PDC Staff
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-110 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13110.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2623/13110.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13110.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JIMMIE CHASTAIN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6248 2624 13-116 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 Group Enforcement PDC BRADY ERICKSON BRADY ERICKSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRADY ERICKSON
By Group Enforcement PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/18/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-116 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13116.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2624/13116.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13116.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRADY ERICKSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-25"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-18"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 05:00:43 PM 6249 2625 13-118 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement DENNIS FORHART DENNIS FORHART: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS FORHART
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-118 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13118.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2625/13118.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13118.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS FORHART"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/12/2019 03:28:20 PM 6250 2626 13-119 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement ADAM FOX ADAM FOX: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ADAM FOX
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-119 200.00 100.00 100.00 0.00 200.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13119.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2626/13119.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13119.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ADAM FOX"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, full amount reinstated and sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/2014"", ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 100.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:59:09 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6251 2627 13-121 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement DEBORAH FUSON DEBORAH FUSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEBORAH FUSON
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-121 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13121.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2627/13121.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13121.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DEBORAH FUSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid and sent to Alliance One for collection on 3/21/14."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-06"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/27/2019 10:47:04 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6252 2628 13-122 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement VERNON GARRISON VERNON GARRISON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
VERNON GARRISON
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/07/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-122 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13122.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2628/13122.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13122.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13122.Order.Add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2628/13122.Order.Add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13122.Order.Add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""VERNON GARRISON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-07"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-11-19"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 09:59:25 AM 6253 2631 13-129 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement JASON HUTCHINSON JASON HUTCHINSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JASON HUTCHINSON
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/28/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-129 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13129.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2631/13129.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13129.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JASON HUTCHINSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:03:37 AM 6254 2632 13-130 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement RANDALL HYNEK RANDALL HYNEK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDALL HYNEK
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-130 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13130.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2632/13130.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13130.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RANDALL HYNEK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-06"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:13:13 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6255 2634 13-136 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement KRISTINA MACOMBER KRISTINA MACOMBER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KRISTINA MACOMBER
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-136 250.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 250.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13136.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2634/13136.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13136.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISTINA MACOMBER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:59:31 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6256 2635 13-138 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC CARL MOLLNOW CARL MOLLNOW: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CARL MOLLNOW
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: FULL - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-138 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13138.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2635/13138.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13138.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13138.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2635/13138.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13138.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CARL MOLLNOW"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-26"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:14:31 PM 6257 2636 13-139 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC MICHAEL MOORE MICHAEL MOORE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MOORE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-139 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13139.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2636/13139.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13139.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL MOORE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 3/21/2014"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:59:43 PM 6258 2637 13-140 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC MICHAEL NOVAKOVICH MICHAEL NOVAKOVICH: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL NOVAKOVICH
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/28/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-140 200.00 175.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13140.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2637/13140.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13140.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL NOVAKOVICH"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 175.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-25"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:20:18 AM 6259 2639 13-144 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC RICHARD POPE RICHARD POPE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD POPE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-144 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13144.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2639/13144.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13144.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD POPE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6260 2640 13-145 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC KEITH RANBURGER KEITH RANBURGER: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEITH RANBURGER
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-145 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13145.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2640/13145.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13145.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KEITH RANBURGER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 01:59:55 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6261 2641 13-147 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC LETICIA SOLIS LETICIA SOLIS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LETICIA SOLIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-147 300.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 200.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13147.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2641/13147.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13147.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LETICIA SOLIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 3/21/2014"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-25"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}, {""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-17"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:00:08 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6262 2642 13-148 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC MONTE ST JOHNS MONTE ST JOHNS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MONTE ST JOHNS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-148 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""Order--13-148.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2642/Order--13-148.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Order--13-148.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MONTE ST JOHNS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:00:27 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6263 2643 13-150 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC PETER SWANT PETER SWANT: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETER SWANT
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-150 200.00 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13150.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2643/13150.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13150.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PETER SWANT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6264 2644 13-151 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC TAYLOR TARANTO TAYLOR TARANTO: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TAYLOR TARANTO
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-151 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13151.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2644/13151.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13151.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13151.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2644/13151.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13151.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TAYLOR TARANTO"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-29"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/08/2016 12:00:00 AM 6265 2645 13-153 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC JOHN VERVALEN JOHN VERVALEN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN VERVALEN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-153 200.00 175.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13153.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2645/13153.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13153.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN VERVALEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 175.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-11"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6266 2646 13-154 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC DENNIS WALLGREN DENNIS WALLGREN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS WALLGREN
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700, RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - STIPULATION - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/16/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-154 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13154.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2646/13154.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13154.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS WALLGREN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:26:08 AM 6267 2650 13-169 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC RANDAL CORMAN RANDAL CORMAN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RANDAL CORMAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-169 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13169.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2650/13169.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13169.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RANDAL CORMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6268 2653 13-189 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC SEAN KREBS SEAN KREBS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEAN KREBS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-189 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13189.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2653/13189.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13189.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SEAN KREBS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:00:51 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6269 2654 13-190 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC TOLA MARTS TOLA MARTS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TOLA MARTS
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-190 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13190.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2654/13190.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13190.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TOLA MARTS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-17"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:38:42 AM 6270 2655 13-209 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC ALBERT TALLEY ALBERT TALLEY: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALBERT TALLEY
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-209 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13209.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2655/13209.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13209.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ALBERT TALLEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6271 2656 13-224 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC FRED BROWN FRED BROWN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FRED BROWN
By PDC
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-224 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13224.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2656/13224.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13224.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""FRED BROWN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-09"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6272 2657 13-229 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC JON CARMAN JON CARMAN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17a.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JON CARMAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17a.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17a.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-229 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13229.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2657/13229.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13229.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JON CARMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:01:07 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6273 2658 13-231 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT LLOYD CATON LLOYD CATON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LLOYD CATON
By PDC PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/13/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-231 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13231.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2658/13231.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13231.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LLOYD CATON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS FOR NON PAYMENT 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/12/2018 12:00:00 AM 6274 2659 13-232 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff ELIZABETH CERRILLO ELIZABETH CERRILLO: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ELIZABETH CERRILLO
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-232 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13232.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2659/13232.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13232.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ELIZABETH CERRILLO"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/16/2021 07:50:09 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6275 2660 13-233 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT ERNESTO CERRILLO ERNESTO CERRILLO: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ERNESTO CERRILLO
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/31/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-233 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13233.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2660/13233.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13233.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ERNESTO CERRILLO"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:43:56 AM 6276 2661 13-236 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC JOHN COLEAN JOHN COLEAN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN COLEAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/12/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-236 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13236.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2661/13236.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13236.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13236.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2661/13236.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13236.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6277 2662 13-237 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC JENNIFER COLLINS JENNIFER COLLINS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17a.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JENNIFER COLLINS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17a.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/28/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17a.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-237 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13237.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2662/13237.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13237.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JENNIFER COLLINS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-02-28"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 10:44:35 AM 6278 2663 13-238 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC ANDREA CORCORAN ANDREA CORCORAN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANDREA CORCORAN
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-238 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13238.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2663/13238.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13238.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANDREA CORCORAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:01:20 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6279 2664 13-239 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff PRISCILLA CRANE PRISCILLA CRANE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PRISCILLA CRANE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-239 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13239.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2664/13239.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13239.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PRISCILLA CRANE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - 03/21/2014"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:01:36 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6280 2665 13-240 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff NICHOLAS CREIGHTON NICHOLAS CREIGHTON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICHOLAS CREIGHTON
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-240 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13240.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2665/13240.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13240.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NICHOLAS CREIGHTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-15"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 04/16/2021 07:47:25 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6281 2666 13-242 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff MICHAEL CUSICK MICHAEL CUSICK: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL CUSICK
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-242 200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13242.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2666/13242.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13242.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL CUSICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS - 03/21/2014"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:01:48 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6282 2667 13-243 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff VIVIAN DE LA ROSA VIVIAN DE LA ROSA: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
VIVIAN DE LA ROSA
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-243 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13243.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2667/13243.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13243.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""VIVIAN DE LA ROSA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:02:00 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6283 2668 13-244 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT BONNIE DECIUS BONNIE DECIUS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BONNIE DECIUS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-244 50.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 50.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13244.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2668/13244.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13244.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13244.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2668/13244.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13244.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BONNIE DECIUS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-05"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 06/15/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:02:12 PM 6284 2951 16-232 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT ANTONIO WYATT ANTONIO WYATT ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent ANTONIO WYATT: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD EMERY
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 47.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/08/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 47.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-246 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13246.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2669/13246.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13246.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD EMERY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-10-08"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/02/2019 12:07:18 PM 6286 2670 13-247 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff GEOFFREY EVANS GEOFFREY EVANS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GEOFFREY EVANS
By PDC
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-247 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13247.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2670/13247.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13247.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""GEOFFREY EVANS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:02:25 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6287 2671 13-249 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT KRISHNA EVELAND KRISHNA EVELAND: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KRISHNA EVELAND
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-249 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13249.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2671/13249.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13249.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISHNA EVELAND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-27"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016\n\nPrior case PDC 12-185 Sent to collections 01/2013"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:02:35 PM 6288 2672 13-250 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC ROBERT FALLA ROBERT FALLA: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT FALLA
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-250 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13250.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2672/13250.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13250.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT FALLA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-06"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 01:21:27 PM 6289 2673 13-251 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff WANDA FENCL WANDA FENCL: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WANDA FENCL
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-251 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13251.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2673/13251.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13251.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WANDA FENCL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2022-09-10"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 09/14/2022 09:19:59 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6290 2674 13-252 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC TRACY FERRELL TRACY FERRELL: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRACY FERRELL
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/14/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-252 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13252.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2674/13252.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13252.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRACY FERRELL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2016-08-10"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/23/2019 02:15:57 PM 6291 2676 13-262 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT MARY ANNE HARRINGTON MARY ANNE HARRINGTON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.200 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARY ANNE HARRINGTON
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.200
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.200: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-262 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13262.ORDER.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2676/13262.ORDER.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13262.ORDER.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARY ANNE HARRINGTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6292 2677 13-263 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff RONNIE HARRIS RONNIE HARRIS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RONNIE HARRIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-263 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13263.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2677/13263.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13263.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RONNIE HARRIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:02:59 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6293 2678 13-264 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC DEBBI HASKINS DEBBI HASKINS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEBBI HASKINS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/12/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-264 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13264.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2678/13264.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13264.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DEBBI HASKINS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-11-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 01:28:18 PM 6294 2679 13-269 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff STEWART HILMES STEWART HILMES: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEWART HILMES
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-269 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13269.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2679/13269.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13269.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STEWART HILMES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-26"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:15:21 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6295 2681 13-273 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC SCOTT HORTON SCOTT HORTON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT HORTON
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/22/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-273 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13273.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2681/13273.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13273.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13273.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2681/13273.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13273.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT HORTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-10-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 01:30:28 PM 6296 2792 14-095 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF ANTONIO SANCHEZ ANTONIO SANCHEZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ANTONIO SANCHEZ
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-095 100.00 50.00 50.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14095.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2792/14095.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14095.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANTONIO SANCHEZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 6/15/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:05:28 PM 6297 2682 13-281 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff R EDWARD LEE R EDWARD LEE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
R EDWARD LEE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-281 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13281.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2682/13281.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13281.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""R EDWARD LEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:03:12 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6298 2683 13-283 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC DOUGLAS LENKER DOUGLAS LENKER: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DOUGLAS LENKER
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-283 400.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 400.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13283.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2683/13283.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13283.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13283.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2683/13283.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13283.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DOUGLAS LENKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-05"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 6/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:03:27 PM 6299 2684 13-284 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC TRAVIS LISENBEE TRAVIS LISENBEE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRAVIS LISENBEE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-284 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13284.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2684/13284.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13284.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13284.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2684/13284.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13284.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6300 2685 13-286 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff CARLA MARCONI CARLA MARCONI: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CARLA MARCONI
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-286 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13286.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2685/13286.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13286.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CARLA MARCONI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 06/15/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-03-19"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Reconciled Administratively""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/19/2021 10:01:32 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6301 2686 13-287 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Group Enforcement EDWARD MATHERLY EDWARD MATHERLY: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EDWARD MATHERLY
By PDC Group Enforcement
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/13/2013
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-287 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13287.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2686/13287.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13287.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""EDWARD MATHERLY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/07/2019 01:37:03 PM 6302 2687 13-288 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT LAURA MENDOZA LAURA MENDOZA: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LAURA MENDOZA
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/10/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-288 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13288.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2687/13288.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13288.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LAURA MENDOZA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-10-27"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:03:39 PM 6303 2688 13-289 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC KURT MERZ KURT MERZ: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KURT MERZ
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/30/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-289 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13289.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2688/13289.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13289.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KURT MERZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-30"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:45:39 AM 6304 2689 13-290 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff PATRICK MILLER PATRICK MILLER: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PATRICK MILLER
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-290 150.00 125.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13290.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2689/13290.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13290.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PATRICK MILLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 125.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-06"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6305 2690 13-294 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC MARIANNE NASLUND MARIANNE NASLUND: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIANNE NASLUND
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/21/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-294 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13294.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2690/13294.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13294.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARIANNE NASLUND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-10-21"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:48:14 AM 6306 2691 13-295 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff PATRICK NELSON PATRICK NELSON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PATRICK NELSON
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-295 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13295.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2691/13295.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13295.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PATRICK NELSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 6/15/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 06/17/2021 01:24:21 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6307 2692 13-297 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT MELONY PEDERSON MELONY PEDERSON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MELONY PEDERSON
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/25/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-297 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13297.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2692/13297.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13297.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13297.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2692/13297.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13297.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MELONY PEDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-11-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:49:54 AM 6308 2693 13-304 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff MOKIHANA PRESLEY MOKIHANA PRESLEY: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MOKIHANA PRESLEY
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-304 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13304.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2693/13304.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13304.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6309 2694 13-308 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC JOSE RAMIREZ JOSE RAMIREZ: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSE RAMIREZ
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-308 100.00 75.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13308.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2694/13308.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13308.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOSE RAMIREZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-16"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/20/2019 02:45:37 PM 6310 2695 13-312 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC MARYLENE RIOS MARYLENE RIOS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARYLENE RIOS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-312 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13312.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2695/13312.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13312.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13312.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2695/13312.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13312.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6311 2696 13-313 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC PETE RITTMUELLER PETE RITTMUELLER: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PETE RITTMUELLER
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/26/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-313 100.00 75.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13313.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2696/13313.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13313.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PETE RITTMUELLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-26"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:53:16 AM 6312 2697 13-314 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC KRISCHANNA ROBERSON KRISCHANNA ROBERSON: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KRISCHANNA ROBERSON
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/27/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-314 75.00 0.00 0.00 75.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13314.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2697/13314.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13314.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13314.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2697/13314.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13314.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISCHANNA ROBERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-12-05"", ""amount"" : 75.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-11-27"", ""amount"" : 75.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:53:35 AM 6313 2698 13-315 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff AMY ROWLAND AMY ROWLAND: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
AMY ROWLAND
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-315 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13315.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2698/13315.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13315.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13315.memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2698/13315.memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13315.memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""AMY ROWLAND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-09"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6314 2733 14-032 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS DAVE HUGHES DAVE HUGHES: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVE HUGHES
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/31/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-032 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14032.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14032.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14032.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14032.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14032.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2733/14032.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14032.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVE HUGHES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:10:23 AM 6315 2699 13-317 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff EMANUEL SANTANA WALLE EMANUEL SANTANA WALLE: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EMANUEL SANTANA WALLE
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-317 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""13317.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2699/13317.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13317.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""EMANUEL SANTANA WALLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-13"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty unpaid, sent to Alliance One for collections on 3/21/14."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:03:51 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6316 2700 13-321 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC KIM SIMERA KIM SIMERA: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIM SIMERA
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/30/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-321 100.00 75.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13321.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2700/13321.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13321.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KIM SIMERA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-08-30"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:55:09 AM 6317 2701 13-325 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT DESTINY STEIN DESTINY STEIN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DESTINY STEIN
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-325 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13325.order.add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2701/13325.order.add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13325.order.add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13325.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2701/13325.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13325.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6318 2702 13-330 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 SCOTT THOMAS SCOTT THOMAS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SCOTT THOMAS
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/11/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-330 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13330.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2702/13330.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13330.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SCOTT THOMAS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-14"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-11"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:56:01 AM 6319 2703 13-331 07/18/2013 07/18/2013 PDC Staff DAVID TIETZ DAVID TIETZ: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID TIETZ
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-331 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13331.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2703/13331.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13331.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID TIETZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-09-12"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-09-03"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6320 2704 14-001 07/08/2013 07/08/2013 CHESTER DOW KEN MANN KEN MANN: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEN MANN
By CHESTER DOW
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/12/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/17/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GROCERY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
By KAREN ANDONIAN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/23/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.235: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.240: REFERRED TO AG
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-002 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14002.summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2706/14002.summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14002.summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14002.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2706/14002.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14002.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14002.letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2706/14002.letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14002.letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6322 2707 14-004 10/18/2013 10/18/2013 MIKE ESTES SAVING WHATCOM COUNTY DBA SAVE WHATCOM COUNTY SAVING WHATCOM COUNTY DBA SAVE WHATCOM COUNTY: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.245 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SAVING WHATCOM COUNTY DBA SAVE WHATCOM COUNTY
By MIKE ESTES
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.245
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 12/05/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/05/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.245: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-004 3000.00 1000.00 1000.00 3000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14004.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14004.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14004.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14004.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14004.roi.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.roi.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.roi.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14004.stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2707/14004.stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14004.stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SAVING WHATCOM COUNTY DBA SAVE WHATCOM COUNTY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-01-12"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 1000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 1000.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-01-23"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-13"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:56:41 AM 6323 2708 14-005 10/18/2013 10/18/2013 Mike Estes Whatcom First Whatcom First: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
Whatcom First
By Mike Estes
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 12/05/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/13/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-005 1500.00 500.00 500.00 1500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14005.stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.roi.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.roi.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.roi.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14005.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2708/14005.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14005.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""Whatcom First"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-01-12"", ""amount"" : 1500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 500.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-01-27"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-13"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:57:14 AM 6324 2709 14-006 10/14/2013 10/14/2013 ANDREW PILLOUD TOM ALBRO TOM ALBRO: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.405 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TOM ALBRO
By ANDREW PILLOUD
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.405
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/26/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.405: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-006 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14006.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14006.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14006.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14006.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14006.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14006.Dis.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2709/14006.Dis.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14006.Dis.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6325 2710 14-007 10/28/2013 10/28/2013 ROB MAGUIRE FOOD DEMOCRACY ACTION! FOOD DEMOCRACY ACTION!: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FOOD DEMOCRACY ACTION!
By ROB MAGUIRE
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 05/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.235: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.240: REFERRED TO AG
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-007 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14007.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2710/14007.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14007.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14007.CHARGES.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2710/14007.CHARGES.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14007.CHARGES.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14007.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2710/14007.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14007.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14007.staff.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2710/14007.staff.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14007.staff.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14007.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2710/14007.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14007.EXHIBITS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6326 2711 14-008 10/03/2013 10/03/2013 SUSAN BOUNDY-SANDERS ETHICAL WOODINVILLE ETHICAL WOODINVILLE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO DISCLOSE COMPLY WITH INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURE OR ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.320, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A. Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ETHICAL WOODINVILLE
By SUSAN BOUNDY-SANDERS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO DISCLOSE COMPLY WITH INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURE OR ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.320, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.435
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 12/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/02/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.235: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.240: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.320: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.255: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.255: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.305: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.435: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-008 40000.00 30000.00 0.00 10000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14008.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14008.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14008.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14008.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14008.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14008.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2711/14008.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14008.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ETHICAL WOODINVILLE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-01-18"", ""amount"" : 40000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 30000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-01-02"", ""amount"" : 10000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:57:48 AM 6327 2712 14-009 11/07/2013 11/07/2013 REBECCA LEWIS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS FUND NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS FUND: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.220, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.260 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS FUND
By REBECCA LEWIS
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.220, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.260
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 12/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/05/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.225: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.220: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.305: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.260: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-009 10000.00 7500.00 0.00 2500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14009.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14009.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14009.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14009.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14009.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14009.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2712/14009.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14009.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS FUND"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-01-18"", ""amount"" : 10000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 7500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-01-05"", ""amount"" : 2500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid by Check""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/06/2019 08:29:51 AM 6328 2713 14-010 11/25/2013 11/25/2013 ANTONIO GINATTA JENNIFER RICE JENNIFER RICE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JENNIFER RICE
By ANTONIO GINATTA
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 01/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/30/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-010 300.00 275.00 0.00 25.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14010.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2713/14010.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14010.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14010.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2713/14010.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14010.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JENNIFER RICE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-03-01"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 275.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-01-31"", ""amount"" : 25.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:58:09 AM 6329 2714 14-011 10/28/2013 10/28/2013 ROBERT MAGUIRE YES ON I-522 COMMITTEE YES ON I-522 COMMITTEE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
YES ON I-522 COMMITTEE
By ROBERT MAGUIRE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 06/26/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-011 4000.00 0.00 0.00 4000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14011.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.Memos.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.Memos.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.Memos.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14011.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2714/14011.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14011.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""YES ON I-522 COMMITTEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-31"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-06-26"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:58:31 AM 6330 2850 15-051 02/06/2015 02/06/2015 DON WASSON HIGHLINE SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS HIGHLINE SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
HIGHLINE SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIALS
By DON WASSON
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 01/06/2016
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/06/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-051 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15051.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2850/15051.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15051.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6331 2716 14-013 10/16/2013 10/16/2013 MICHAEL DEROUSIE BILL LITTLEJOHN ET AL. BILL LITTLEJOHN ET AL.: ALLEGED UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.475 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BILL LITTLEJOHN ET AL.
By MICHAEL DEROUSIE
Allegation(s): UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.475
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/05/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.435: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.475: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-013 60000.00 30000.00 0.00 30000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14013.charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14013.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14013.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14013.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14013.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14013.exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2716/14013.exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14013.exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BILL LITTLEJOHN ET AL."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-10-04"", ""amount"" : 60000.00, ""description"" : ""$34,000 paid under the name of Olympic Ambulance on 9/22/2014; $30,000 for penalty and $4,000 for investigative costs. "", ""suspended_amount"" : 30000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-09-22"", ""amount"" : 30000.00, ""description"" : ""$4,000 was also paid for investigative costs as required by the order.""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 10/04/2019 11:55:44 AM 6332 2717 14-014 10/11/2013 10/11/2013 PAUL LAWRENCE ARGO STRATEGIES, JASON BENNETT AND MICHAEL KING ARGO STRATEGIES, JASON BENNETT AND MICHAEL KING: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH LIMITATIONS ON EMPLOYERS OR LABOR ORGANIZATIONS; RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ARGO STRATEGIES, JASON BENNETT AND MICHAEL KING
By PAUL LAWRENCE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH LIMITATIONS ON EMPLOYERS OR LABOR ORGANIZATIONS
RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/01/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.435: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.445: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-014 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14014.dis.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2717/14014.dis.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14014.dis.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14014.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2717/14014.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14014.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6333 2718 14-015 10/28/2013 10/28/2013 ADAM POPE BRIAN DANSEL BRIAN DANSEL: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN DANSEL
By ADAM POPE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 10/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/01/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-015 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14015.Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2718/14015.Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14015.Letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14015.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2718/14015.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14015.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRIAN DANSEL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-12-31"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-12-01"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 08:58:50 AM 6334 2719 14-017 11/27/2013 11/27/2013 DON MASON BAILEY STOBER BAILEY STOBER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.050, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.245 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BAILEY STOBER
By DON MASON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17.040, RCW 42.17.050, RCW 42.17.080, RCW 42.17.090, RCW 42.17A.245
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 07/23/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.040: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.050: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.080: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17.090: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.245: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-017 4000.00 2000.00 2000.00 1000.00 3000.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14017.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/14017.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14017.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14-017 Stober Signed Stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/14-017%20Stober%20Signed%20Stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Stipulation""}, {""file_name"" : ""Stober.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/Stober.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Stober.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14017.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/14017.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14017.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14017.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/14017.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14017.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14017.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2719/14017.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14017.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BAILEY STOBER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2015-07-28"", ""due_date"" : ""2017-07-27"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""5/15/18 Referred to Alliance One Collections\n4/11/18 FINAL NOTICE SENT - \n10/24/17 suspended amount reinstated due to non-payment as per original order."", ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 2000.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : ""Penalty unpaid"", ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2016-08-08"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:04:16 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6335 2720 14-018 10/15/2012 10/15/2012 WILLIAM FAUBION DENNIS GORDON DENNIS GORDON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS GORDON
By WILLIAM FAUBION
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 09/25/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-018 300.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14018.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2720/14018.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14018.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS GORDON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-12-03"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-11-03"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:05:42 AM 6336 2722 14-020 07/24/2013 07/24/2013 JOHN MUELLER KRISTINA MACOMBER KRISTINA MACOMBER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KRISTINA MACOMBER
By JOHN MUELLER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-020 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14020.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2722/14020.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14020.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14020.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2722/14020.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14020.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14020.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2722/14020.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14020.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2722/14020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14020.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14020.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2722/14020.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14020.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KRISTINA MACOMBER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-01-18"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:04:31 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6337 2723 14-021 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS SHERRI BANGS SHERRI BANGS: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHERRI BANGS
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/27/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-021 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14021.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14021.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14021.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14021.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14021.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2723/14021.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14021.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6338 2724 14-022 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MIKE CAMPBELL MIKE CAMPBELL: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MIKE CAMPBELL
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/27/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/10/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-022 500.00 300.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14022.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14022.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14022.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14022.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14022.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2724/14022.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14022.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MIKE CAMPBELL"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-13"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-04-10"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/21/2016 12:00:00 AM 6339 2725 14-023 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS TAMMY CAMPBELL TAMMY CAMPBELL: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TAMMY CAMPBELL
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-023 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14023.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2725/14023.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14023.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14023.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2725/14023.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14023.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14023.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2725/14023.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14023.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14023.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2725/14023.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14023.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14023.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2725/14023.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14023.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6340 2746 14-045 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS CAROL PEDERSON CAROL PEDERSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CAROL PEDERSON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/26/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-045 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14045.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14045.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14045.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14045.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14045.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2746/14045.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14045.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CAROL PEDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-13"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:12:55 AM 6341 2726 14-024 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS STACI CLARI STACI CLARI: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STACI CLARI
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-024 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14024.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14024.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14024.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14024.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14024.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14024.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2726/14024.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14024.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6342 2727 14-025 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS SHARON CONDREY SHARON CONDREY: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHARON CONDREY
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/27/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-025 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14025.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14025.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14025.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14025.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14025.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14025.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2727/14025.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14025.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6343 2705 14-026 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS CHUCK DEMAREST CHUCK DEMAREST: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHUCK DEMAREST
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-026 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14026.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14026.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14026.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14026.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14026.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2705/14026.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14026.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHUCK DEMAREST"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-13"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-05-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/14/2020 01:24:35 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6344 2728 14-027 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS STEVE FISK STEVE FISK: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEVE FISK
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/19/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-027 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14027.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14027.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14027.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14027.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14027.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14027.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2728/14027.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14027.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""STEVE FISK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-13"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-19"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:09:39 AM 6345 2749 14-048 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MARIE HOLLAND PETERSON MARIE HOLLAND PETERSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARIE HOLLAND PETERSON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/21/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-048 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14048.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14048.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14048.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14048.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14048.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14048.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2749/14048.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14048.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MARIE HOLLAND PETERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:13:27 AM 6346 2729 14-028 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS EDIE FLETCHER EDIE FLETCHER: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EDIE FLETCHER
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-028 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14028.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14028.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14028.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14028.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14028.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14028.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2729/14028.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14028.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6347 2730 14-029 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS OWETA FLOYD OWETA FLOYD: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
OWETA FLOYD
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/27/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-029 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14029.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14029.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14029.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14029.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14029.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2730/14029.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14029.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6348 2731 14-030 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS PAUL GANNON PAUL GANNON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAUL GANNON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/30/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARCE HAGOOD
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-031 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14031.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14031.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14031.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14031.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14031.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14031.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2732/14031.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14031.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6350 2901 16-208 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT KATRINA MINTON-DAVIS KATRINA MINTON-DAVIS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.205 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KATRINA MINTON-DAVIS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
RCW 42.17A.205
August 18, 2015 brief enforcement earing. Respondent found in violation.
Reconsideration granted October 22, 2015. Order finding a violation vacated.
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: No violation
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-208 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16208.Amended.Final_.Order_.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2901/16208.Amended.Final_.Order_.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16208.Amended.Final_.Order_.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 06/29/2016 12:00:00 AM 6351 2734 14-033 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS RHONDA JARED RHONDA JARED: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RHONDA JARED
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-033 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14033.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2734/14033.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14033.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2734/14033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14033.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2734/14033.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14033.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14033.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2734/14033.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14033.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14033.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2734/14033.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14033.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6352 2735 14-034 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS DEB JOHNSON DEB JOHNSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DEB JOHNSON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/16/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-034 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14034.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14034.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14034.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14034.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14034.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2735/14034.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14034.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DEB JOHNSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:10:40 AM 6353 2736 14-035 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS SHAWN JORDAN SHAWN JORDAN: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHAWN JORDAN
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-035 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14035.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14035.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14035.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14035.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14035.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14035.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2736/14035.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14035.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6354 2737 14-036 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MICHAEL MCGINNIS MICHAEL MCGINNIS: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MCGINNIS
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/21/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-036 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14036.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14036.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14036.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14036.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14036.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14036.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2737/14036.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14036.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL MCGINNIS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-21"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:10:56 AM 6355 2747 14-046 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS ALICE PETERSON ALICE PETERSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ALICE PETERSON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-046 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14046.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2747/14046.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14046.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14046.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2747/14046.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14046.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14046.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2747/14046.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14046.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14046.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2747/14046.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14046.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14046.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2747/14046.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14046.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6356 2738 14-037 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS CINDY MCMAHON CINDY MCMAHON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CINDY MCMAHON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-037 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14037.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14037.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14037.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14037.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14037.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14037.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2738/14037.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14037.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6357 2739 14-038 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS BRIAN MELODY BRIAN MELODY: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN MELODY
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-038 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14038.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14038.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14038.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14038.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14038.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2739/14038.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14038.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6358 2991 16-064 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT SWANT PETER D SWANT PETER D ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent SWANT PETER D: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-064 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16064.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2991/16064.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16064.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SWANT PETER D"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-08-07"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:39:34 PM 6359 2740 14-039 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MICHAEL MILLER MICHAEL MILLER: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL MILLER
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/07/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-039 500.00 300.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14039.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14039.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14039.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14039.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14039.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2740/14039.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14039.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL MILLER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-04-07"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:11:14 AM 6360 2748 14-047 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS KEVIN PETERSON KEVIN PETERSON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEVIN PETERSON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-047 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14047.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14047.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14047.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14047.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14047.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14047.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2748/14047.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14047.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KEVIN PETERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-19"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:13:12 AM 6361 2741 14-040 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS CHARLENE MILOTA CHARLENE MILOTA: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHARLENE MILOTA
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-040 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14040.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14040.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14040.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14040.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14040.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14040.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2741/14040.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14040.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6362 2742 14-041 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS KEVIN MORRISON KEVIN MORRISON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEVIN MORRISON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-041 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14041.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14041.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14041.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14041.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14041.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2742/14041.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14041.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KEVIN MORRISON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-13"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-18"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:11:33 AM 6363 2743 14-042 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS BETH NYE BETH NYE: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BETH NYE
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/18/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-042 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14042.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14042.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14042.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14042.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14042.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2743/14042.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14042.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BETH NYE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-18"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:11:49 AM 6364 2744 14-043 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS WILLIAM NYE WILLIAM NYE: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM NYE
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-043 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14043.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14043.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14043.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14043.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14043.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14043.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2744/14043.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14043.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6365 2745 14-044 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MIKE PAGE MIKE PAGE: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MIKE PAGE
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/25/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-044 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14044.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14044.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14044.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14044.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14044.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14044.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2745/14044.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14044.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MIKE PAGE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-25"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:12:08 AM 6366 2750 14-049 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS NANCY STOWELL NANCY STOWELL: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NANCY STOWELL
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-049 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14049.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14049.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14049.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14049.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14049.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14049.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2750/14049.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14049.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6367 2751 14-050 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MICHAEL SYRON MICHAEL SYRON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MICHAEL SYRON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/26/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-050 500.00 400.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14050.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14050.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14050.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14050.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14050.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14050.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2751/14050.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14050.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL SYRON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 400.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-03-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:17:01 AM 6368 2752 14-051 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS MARY TEMPLETON MARY TEMPLETON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17.130 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MARY TEMPLETON
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/07/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHERRI THIES
By LAURIE ROGERS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17.130
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/19/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.130: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-052 250.00 200.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14052.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14052.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14052.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14052.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14052.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14052.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2753/14052.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14052.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SHERRI THIES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-04-12"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-04-02"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:17:42 AM 6370 2754 14-053 09/27/2011 09/27/2011 LAURIE ROGERS JENNIFER WALTHER JENNIFER WALTHER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JENNIFER WALTHER
By LAURIE ROGERS
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 07/26/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-053 500.00 300.00 300.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14053.CHARGES.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.CHARGES.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.CHARGES.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14053.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14053.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14053.stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14053.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14053.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2754/14053.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14053.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JENNIFER WALTHER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-31"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 300.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-17"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 09:18:04 AM 6371 2783 14-086 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF PIERCE BRENDEN PIERCE BRENDEN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PIERCE BRENDEN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-086 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14086.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2783/14086.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14086.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PIERCE BRENDEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-03-11"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 03/11/2021 12:14:10 PM 6372 2784 14-087 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC Staff ROBERT PONTIUS ROBERT PONTIUS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT PONTIUS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-087 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14087.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2784/14087.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14087.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT PONTIUS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-07"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6373 2788 14-091 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF TRACEY RASCON TRACEY RASCON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRACEY RASCON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-091 300.00 200.00 200.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14091.Review.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2788/14091.Review.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14091.Review.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14091.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2788/14091.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14091.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14091.Order.Add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2788/14091.Order.Add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14091.Order.Add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRACEY RASCON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-11-02"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 200.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 200.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:05:06 PM 6374 2789 14-092 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF KATE REARDON KATE REARDON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KATE REARDON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/10/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-092 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14092.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2789/14092.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14092.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KATE REARDON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:05:17 PM 6375 2791 14-094 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF ROBERT ROHRICK ROBERT ROHRICK: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT ROHRICK
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/09/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-094 300.00 250.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14094.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2791/14094.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14094.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ROBERT ROHRICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-04-09"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/20/2016 12:00:00 AM 6376 1439 17106 04/25/2017 04/24/2017 04/16/2020 Glen Morgan Mass Transit Now Mass Transit Now - Alleged violation of Chapter 42.17A RCW for failure to accurately and timely file committee registration information and reports of contributions, debts, and expenditures (April 2017). RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.40.080/42.17A.425, RCW 29B.40.130/42.17A.445 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Local Issue
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on April 27, 2017. The complaint alleged that Mass Transit Now (Respondent), a political committee registered in support of King County’s 2016 Proposition 1 for a regional transportation improvement district, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 and .235 for failure to register and report contributions and expenditures as a political committee within two weeks of purchasing a domain name, disclosing all committee officers; RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely, accurately, and completely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the campaign; RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-034 for failure to accurately and completely disclose a contributor’s employer and occupation; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations; RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to completely and accurately disclose expenditure details; RCW 42.17A.425 for allowing persons not designated as committee officers on the Committee Registration to authorize expenditures of committee funds; and RCW 42.17A.445 and WAC 390-16-238 for reimbursing travel expenses without proper documentation.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; archived images of websites; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely register and report as a political committee, and to accurately and completely disclose expenditure and in-kind contribution details, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Mass Transit Now will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to register and report as a political committee within two weeks of the expectation of contributions, and to accurately and completely disclose expenditure and in-kind contribution details. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mass Transit Now and its members will timely, completely, and accurately adhere to their reporting requirements should they form a committee in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ARNE SEIM
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-101 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14101.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2798/14101.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14101.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ARNE SEIM"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections Alliance One 12-2014\nPaid $96.00 to Alliance one on May 12 2017 PDC received $24.00 of the $96.00\nPaid Alliance one $120.63 PDC Received $56.28"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2017-06-09"", ""amount"" : 54.00, ""description"" : null}, {""payment_date"" : ""2017-05-12"", ""amount"" : 96.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 09/27/2019 10:49:16 AM 6378 2800 14-103 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF TYE SHANHOLTZER TYE SHANHOLTZER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TYE SHANHOLTZER
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/28/2014
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-103 50.00 0.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14103.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2800/14103.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14103.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TYE SHANHOLTZER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-27"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/08/2016 12:00:00 AM 6379 2803 14-106 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC STAFF MONTE ST JOHNS MONTE ST JOHNS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MONTE ST JOHNS
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/24/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-106 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""14106.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2803/14106.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14106.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MONTE ST JOHNS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to Collections - 6/15/2015"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:05:44 PM 6380 2808 14-113 04/14/2014 04/14/2014 PHILIP TREPANIER PHILIP TREPANIER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PHILIP TREPANIER
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/16/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-113 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14113.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2808/14113.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14113.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PHILIP TREPANIER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-09-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 06/08/2016 12:00:00 AM 6381 2812 14-126 04/15/2014 04/15/2014 GROUP ENFORCEMENT TENEILLE CARPENTER TENEILLE CARPENTER: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TENEILLE CARPENTER
By GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-126 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14126.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2812/14126.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14126.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TENEILLE CARPENTER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-03-12"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:45:04 AM 6382 2813 14-128 04/15/2014 04/15/2014 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT THOMAS COLLINS THOMAS COLLINS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS COLLINS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/17/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-128 150.00 0.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14128.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2813/14128.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14128.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""THOMAS COLLINS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Sent to collections 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-11-17"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:45:37 AM 6383 2814 14-129 04/15/2014 04/15/2014 GROUP ENFORCEMENT DAVID COOK DAVID COOK: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID COOK
By GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/09/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-129 400.00 0.00 0.00 400.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14129.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2814/14129.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14129.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID COOK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-03-09"", ""amount"" : 400.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:47:08 AM 6384 2816 14-135 04/15/2014 04/15/2014 JAMES FAIRBANKS JAMES FAIRBANKS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAMES FAIRBANKS
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/15/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-135 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14135.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2816/14135.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14135.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JAMES FAIRBANKS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-22"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-25"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:48:37 AM 6385 2820 14-143 05/07/2014 05/07/2014 PDC STAFF TARA HIZON TARA HIZON: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TARA HIZON
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/02/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-143 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""SOU-Hizon-14-143.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2820/SOU-Hizon-14-143.pdf"", ""description"" : ""SOU-Hizon-14-143.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TARA HIZON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-07-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 10:51:07 AM 6386 2821 14-146 06/09/2014 06/09/2014 PDC STAFF JEFF JANSMA JEFF JANSMA: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17a.700 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEFF JANSMA
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17a.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17a.700: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-146 300.00 300.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14146.Review.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2821/14146.Review.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14146.Review.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14146.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2821/14146.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14146.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""14146.Order.Add.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2821/14146.Order.Add.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14146.Order.Add.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JEFF JANSMA"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-11-02"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 300.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6387 2837 15-032 11/21/2013 11/21/2013 ANDREW PILLOUD JOHN CREIGHTON JOHN CREIGHTON: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN CREIGHTON
By ANDREW PILLOUD
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/26/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-032 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15032.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15032.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15032.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15032.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15032.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2837/15032.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15032.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6388 2838 15-033 11/21/2013 11/21/2013 ANDREW PILLOUD COURTNEY GREGOIRE COURTNEY GREGOIRE: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
COURTNEY GREGOIRE
By ANDREW PILLOUD
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/26/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-033 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15033.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15033.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15033.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15033.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15033.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2838/15033.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15033.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6389 2839 15-034 11/21/2013 11/21/2013 ANDREW PILLOUD STEPHANIE BOWMAN STEPHANIE BOWMAN: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
STEPHANIE BOWMAN
By ANDREW PILLOUD
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/26/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 03/12/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-034 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15034.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2839/15034.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15034.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15034.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2839/15034.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15034.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15034.DIS.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2839/15034.DIS.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15034.DIS.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2839/15034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15034.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15034.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2839/15034.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15034.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6390 2841 15-039 01/18/2013 01/18/2013 MERRITT KETCHUM BRIAN SKEAHAN BRIAN SKEAHAN: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRIAN SKEAHAN
By MERRITT KETCHUM
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 10/23/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/04/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-039 500.00 250.00 0.00 250.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15039.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2841/15039.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15039.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15039.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2841/15039.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15039.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15039.roi.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2841/15039.roi.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15039.roi.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15039.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2841/15039.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15039.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2841/15039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15039.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BRIAN SKEAHAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-12-04"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 250.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-11-04"", ""amount"" : 250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:33:20 AM 6391 2843 15-041 10/08/2014 10/08/2014 RICHARD STEVENS JACOB TAYLOR JACOB TAYLOR: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JACOB TAYLOR
By RICHARD STEVENS
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 06/25/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/19/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.555: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-041 1000.00 500.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2843/15041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15041.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15041.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2843/15041.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15041.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15041.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2843/15041.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15041.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15041.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2843/15041.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15041.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JACOB TAYLOR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-09-03"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-08-19"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:33:44 AM 6392 2916 16-120 07/24/2015 07/24/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT KRISTINE HYER KRISTINE HYER ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent KRISTINE HYER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KITSAP COUNTY DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY GUILD
By KATHRYN SIMPSON
RCW 42.17A.405
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 05/28/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.405: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-042 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15042.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15042.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15042.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15042.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15042.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2844/15042.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15042.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6394 2845 15-043 12/02/2014 12/02/2014 Freedom Foundation (James Abernathy) WEA-PAC & WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE 17TH PAC WEA-PAC & WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE 17TH PAC: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.335(1)c Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WEA-PAC & WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE 17TH PAC
By JAMES ABERNATHY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.335(1)c
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 01/09/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/09/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.335(1)c: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SENSIBLE SPENDING ON OUR SCHOOLS
By LOIS SCHIPPER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 04/23/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/28/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
FAYE GARNEAU
By MARJORIE RHODES
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.320, RCW 42.17A.205
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/23/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.320: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE
By MAXFORD NELSON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE LOBBYING REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.600, RCW 42.17A.615, RCW 42.17A.635
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 12/17/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.600: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.615: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.635: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JAY INSLEE FOR WASHINGTON
By SUSAN HUTCHINSON
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH GRASSROOTS LOBBYING REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.445, RCW 42.17A.640
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 07/23/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/23/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.445: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.640: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEIU 925
By JAMES ABERNATHY
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.630, RCW 42.17A.270, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.260, RCW 42.17A.305
Hearing: REPORT TO COMMISSION on 10/05/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/07/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.205: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.235: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.630: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.270: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.255: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.260: REFERRED TO AG
RCW 42.17A.305: REFERRED TO AG
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEIU 775 NW
By FREEDOM FOUNDATION
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.005, RCW 42.17A.630, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.270, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.260, RCW 42.17A.305
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/24/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.005: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.630: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.235: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.270: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.255: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.260: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
RCW 42.17A.305: REFERRED TO AG FOR FURTHER ACTION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHELBY BLACKWELL
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIMBERLY LAUK
By PAM ROACH
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.710
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 10/22/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.710: DISMISSED
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent Michael Arendt LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent SEAN BAILEY LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent DAVID CARNAHAN: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent TRAVIS COUTURE LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent OLIVIA DELEON: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent CLANCY DONLIN: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent CLYDE FRANKLIN: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent PATRICK GALLAGHER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent SHANE HOFFMIRE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent STANLEY HOLLAND: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent DOUGLAS JONES: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent JARED KARSTETTER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent RONNIE LITTLE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent JEREMY MCCREARY: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent : LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent TERRY MILLER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent MARK NORTON: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent ANN PARKS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent GREG SCHULER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent JAMES LITTLE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent PAUL STAFFORD: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent VICCA THOMPSON: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent KATHI TURNER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent WENDELYN VALENTINE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent STEVEN WILSON: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent RANDALL CAMMER: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent DANIEL DUNNE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent THOMAS EADIE: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent CHRISTOPHER IHRIG: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent MICHAEL JACOBS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent BRIAN JOHNSON: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent JOHN (JAY) KINNEY: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent IRIS LILLLEY: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation haS been made against the respondent DAVID MCFADDEN: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent HENRY BUTLER:LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent CARIN CHASE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent ERIC CLEMENTS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent HOLLI GIFFIN: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent J ELIGIO JIMENEZ: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent DARREN KOLB: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent TIMOTHY MASCIOLI: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent CARMEN MENDEZ: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent BRIAN MORAN: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent LISA NIXON: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent NATHANIEL PIERCE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MICHAEL POND: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent COLEEN REEDER: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent JIM RIBAIL: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MARIA (LOLA) SALAS-CHIPREZ: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent VICTORIA SANDOVAL: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent LORI SMITH: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent GREGORY TOMPKINS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent KYLE UHRIG: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent SANDY VIGIL: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MICHAEL DIXON: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2016
Case Closed or Final Order: 4/11/2016
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent KATHERINE EASTMAN: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015
The following allegation has been made against the respondent TROY FITZGERALD: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
The above case closed by stipulation 8/18/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-020 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16020.STIPULATION.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2979/16020.STIPULATION.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16020.STIPULATION.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TROY FITZGERALD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-08-18"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:09:37 PM 6462 2980 16-023 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT JOANN GARCES JOANN GARCES ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "The following allegation has been made against the respondent JOANN GARCES: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-023 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16023.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2980/16023.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16023.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOANN GARCES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:11:06 PM 6463 2981 16-028 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT TIMOTHY R HOLBROOK TIMOTHY R HOLBROOK ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
he following allegation has been made against the respondent TIMOTHY R HOLBROOK: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-028 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16028.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2981/16028.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16028.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TIMOTHY R HOLBROOK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:11:52 PM 6464 2982 16-029 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT ANDY G HOWE ANDY G HOWE ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
he following allegation has been made against the respondent ANDY G HOWE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-029 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16029.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2982/16029.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16029.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANDY G HOWE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-20"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:15:08 PM 6465 2983 16-030 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT MICHAEL A HOWE MICHAEL A HOWE ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
he following allegation has been made against the respondent MICHAEL A HOWE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-030 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16030.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2983/16030.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16030.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MICHAEL A HOWE "", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 02:27:10 PM 6466 2985 16-037 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT LYLE T LAMB LYLE T LAMB ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent LYLE T LAMB: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/9/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-037 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16037.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2985/16037.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16037.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LYLE T LAMB"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:15:44 PM 6467 2986 16-044 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT MORGAN ERIKA E MORGAN ERIKA E ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MORGAN ERIKA E: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/22/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-044 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16044.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2986/16044.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16044.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MORGAN ERIKA E"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-08-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2020 02:49:37 PM 6468 2987 16-046 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT PAUL H MOSBRUCKER PAUL H MOSBRUCKER ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent PAUL H MOSBRUCKER: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/22/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-046 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16046.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2987/16046.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16046.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PAUL H MOSBRUCKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:18:37 PM 6469 2988 16-058 07/01/2016 07/01/2016 GROUP ENFORCEMENT TRAVIS W SCHOENWALD TRAVIS W SCHOENWALD ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent TRAVIS W SCHOENWALD: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-058 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16058.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2988/16058.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16058.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TRAVIS W SCHOENWALD"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/08/2023 01:57:20 PM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 6470 2989 16-061 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT BARBARA L STARR BARBARA L STARR ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent BARBARA L STARR: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-061 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16061.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2989/16061.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16061.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BARBARA L STARR"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:38:52 PM 6471 2992 16-066 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT CALLAE N VAN PELT CALLAE N VAN PELT ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent CALLAE N VAN PELT: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/21/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-066 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16066.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2992/16066.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16066.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CALLAE N VAN PELT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-28"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:39:49 PM 6472 2993 16-068 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT PINKY T VARGAS PINKY T VARGAS ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent PINKY T VARGAS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-068 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16068.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2993/16068.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16068.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PINKY T VARGAS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-23"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-24"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:40:41 PM 6473 2994 16-074 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT KARIANNA M WILSON KARIANNA M WILSON ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent KARIANNA M WILSON: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/27/2015.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-074 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16074.stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2994/16074.stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16074.stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KARIANNA M WILSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-26"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:42:11 PM 6474 3003 16-034 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT C GAIL KELLEY C GAIL KELLEY ALLEGED VIOLATION OF RCW 42.17A.700 FOR FAILING TO FILE A PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS STATEMENT (F-1 REPORT) FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2014 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent C GAIL KELLEY: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Case Closed or Final Order: 7/23/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
Above case closed by stipulation 7/23/2015
The following allegations have been made against the respondent MARIANA MAKSIMOS: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 09/22/2016
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/30/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MARIANNE D NASLUND: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/17/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent RANDALL RICHARD P: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/17/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent SARAH E SAWYER: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2016
Case Closed or Final Order: 8/17/2016
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
She changed her name to Sarah E. Martin 2/5/2016
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID CREIGHTON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-080 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10080.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2169/10080.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10080.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID CREIGHTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:36:22 AM 6480 3011 16-060 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC STAFF MONTE ST JOHNS` MONTE ST JOHNS`: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S) PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 34.05, RCW 42.17A, WAC 390.37 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MONTE ST JOHNS`
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 34.05, RCW 42.17A, WAC 390.37
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 10/22/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/17/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 72.17A.700: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-060 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16060.order__0.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3011/16060.order__0.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16060.order__0.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MONTE ST JOHNS`"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-12-06"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-12-17"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2020 03:18:52 PM 6481 3012 16-063 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 GROUP ENFORCEMENT MARY STROW MARY STROW ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Closed "
The following allegation has been made against the respondent MARY STROW: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/17/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent DANNY L WALLING: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/17/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent KEVIN R WATERS: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
se Closed or Final Order: 07/17/2015
isposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
Above case closed by stipulation 07/17/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-071 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16071.notice.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3015/16071.notice.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16071.notice.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KEVIN R WATERS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 03:41:53 PM 6485 2170 10-081 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 NICHOLAS CREIGHTON NICHOLAS CREIGHTON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
NICHOLAS CREIGHTON
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 04/04/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-081 150.00 50.00 50.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10081.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2170/10081.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10081.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""NICHOLAS CREIGHTON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 50.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-04-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/12/2016 12:00:00 AM 6486 1698 6874 07/19/2016 07/19/2016 07/26/2016 Jessica LaVigne Jack Carroll Carroll, Jack - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for not including party preference on materials RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CEDRIC BROOKS
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/02/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-076 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10076.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2165/10076.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10076.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CEDRIC BROOKS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-30"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-12-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:34:39 AM 6488 1159 22141 07/17/2017 08/07/2017 PDC Staff Trisha Newport Newport, Trisha - Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement. (JULY 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIP CALAWAY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/08/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-077 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10077.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2166/10077.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10077.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KIP CALAWAY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-30"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2011-02-08"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:35:05 AM 6490 2167 10-078 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 LISA CONNORS LISA CONNORS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LISA CONNORS
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/19/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-078 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10078.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2167/10078.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10078.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LISA CONNORS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-07-19"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:35:28 AM 6491 2168 10-079 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 JOHN COOPER JOHN COOPER: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOHN COOPER
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/26/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-079 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10079.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2168/10079.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10079.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JOHN COOPER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-08-26"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:35:55 AM 6492 1187 22109 07/17/2017 04/04/2018 PDC Staff Rebecca Kellcy Kellcy, Rebecca - Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JUAN DE LA TORRE
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 11/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-084 500.00 0.00 0.00 500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10084.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2173/10084.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10084.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JUAN DE LA TORRE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-29"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-11-01"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:37:06 AM 6509 1165 22135 07/17/2017 08/15/2017 PDC Staff Larry Moore Moore, Larry - Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement. (JULY 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KATHERINE EASTMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-085 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10085.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2174/10085.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10085.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""KATHERINE EASTMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 10:47:40 AM 6514 1163 22137 07/17/2017 08/16/2017 PDC Staff Schlecht, Ana Maria Schlecht, Ana Maria: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annual F-1 statement of personal financial affairs (Group Enforcement 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHRIS DAVIES
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/16/2000
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-083 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10083.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2172/10083.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10083.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CHRIS DAVIES"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-04"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-07-16"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:36:43 AM 6550 1107 22221 07/18/2017 09/14/2017 PDC Staff Burkett, William Burkett, William: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annual F-1 statement of personal financial affairs (Group Enforcement 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Public Employee - Local Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EDMUND DARCHER
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/06/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-082 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10082.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2171/10082.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10082.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""EDMUND DARCHER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-08-05"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6576 765 25919 10/10/2017 02/22/2018 PDC Staff Erin Gray Gray, Erin: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file annual F-1 statement of personal financial affairs for calendar year 2016 (Group Enforcement 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
EVERETT EVANS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-086 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10086.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2175/10086.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10086.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""EVERETT EVANS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 08:42:03 AM 6579 2176 10-087 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 DENNIS FLANNIGAN DENNIS FLANNIGAN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DENNIS FLANNIGAN
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/12/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-087 150.00 100.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10087.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2176/10087.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10087.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DENNIS FLANNIGAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-04"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-07-12"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:15:00 AM 6580 2179 10-090 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 PAUL HELENBERG PAUL HELENBERG: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PAUL HELENBERG
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-090 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10090.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2179/10090.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10090.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""PAUL HELENBERG"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:18:31 AM 6581 2178 10-089 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 CHARLES GRAY CHARLES GRAY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CHARLES GRAY
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/06/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-089 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10089.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2178/10089.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10089.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6582 2183 10-094 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 JENNIFER JAMES-WILSON JENNIFER JAMES-WILSON: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JENNIFER JAMES-WILSON
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/24/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-094 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10094.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2183/10094.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10094.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JENNIFER JAMES-WILSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-09-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-24"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:24:38 AM 6583 2182 10-093 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 DAVID HOFFMAN DAVID HOFFMAN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID HOFFMAN
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/17/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-093 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10093.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2182/10093.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10093.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DAVID HOFFMAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-17"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:24:17 AM 6584 2184 10-095 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 MERLIN JANTZ MERLIN JANTZ: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
MERLIN JANTZ
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-095 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10095.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2184/10095.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10095.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""MERLIN JANTZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:24:58 AM 6585 2185 10-096 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-096 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10096.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2185/10096.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10096.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CRISTELLA KAMINSKAS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/20/2016 12:00:00 AM 6586 2188 10-099 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 RICHARD LEMLEY RICHARD LEMLEY: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
RICHARD LEMLEY
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/21/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-099 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10099.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2188/10099.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10099.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""RICHARD LEMLEY"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-21"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:27:24 AM 6587 2186 10-097 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 ERIC KASNICK ERIC KASNICK: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ERIC KASNICK
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/06/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-097 100.00 50.00 0.00 50.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10097.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2186/10097.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10097.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ERIC KASNICK"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-10-05"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 50.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-10-06"", ""amount"" : 50.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:26:14 AM 6588 2187 10-098 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 SEAN KREBS SEAN KREBS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SEAN KREBS
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-098 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10098.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2187/10098.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10098.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SEAN KREBS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 10:48:11 AM 6589 2192 10-103 06/08/2010 06/08/2010 JEFFREY MACNICHOLS JEFFREY MACNICHOLS: ALLEGED VIOLATION; RCW 42.17.240 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEFFREY MACNICHOLS
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/02/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-103 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10103.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2192/10103.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10103.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JEFFREY MACNICHOLS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-31"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-08-02"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:28:49 AM 6590 2504 12-247 11/03/2011 11/03/2011 TANYA RIORDAN DAVID CONDON DAVID CONDON: ALLEGED EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS; RCW 42.17.640 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID CONDON
By TANYA RIORDAN
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS
RCW 42.17.640
Case Closed or Final Order: 02/04/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.640: DISMISSED
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/12-247 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""12247CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2504/12247CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12247CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""12247.Dis.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2504/12247.Dis.pdf"", ""description"" : ""12247.Dis.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6591 1865 1173 10/21/2015 10/21/2015 12/14/2015 Ryan Carter Mike Cassinelli Mike Cassinelli, Mayor of Ilwaco: Alleged use of facilities to support candidates in 2015. RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The complaint alleged that on October 21, 2015, Mike Cassinelli, Mayor of Ilwaco, violated RCW 42.17.555 by attending a weekly meeting with fire fighters at the City of Ilwaco Fire Station, and at that meeting he endorsed a member of the fire department and current Ilwaco City Councilmember Gary Forner for his re-election to position #5.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
WILLIAM ATKINSON
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: BRIEF (GE) on 06/23/2010
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/01/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-071 500.00 500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10071.Review.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2160/10071.Review.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10071.Review.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""10071.order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2160/10071.order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10071.order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""WILLIAM ATKINSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-10-30"", ""amount"" : 500.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 05/02/2016 12:00:00 AM 6593 2532 13-012 07/30/2012 07/30/2012 DOUGLAS, KING, JR. TACOMAS FOR INTERGRITY IN GOVERNMENT TACOMAS FOR INTERGRITY IN GOVERNMENT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO DISCLOSE COMPLY WITH INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURE OR ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS, LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.220, RCW Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TACOMAS FOR INTERGRITY IN GOVERNMENT
By DOUGLAS, KING, JR.
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO DISCLOSE COMPLY WITH INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURE OR ELECTIONEERING COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS, LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.220, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.260, RCW 42.17A.260
Hearing: BRIEF - INVESTIGATION on 05/22/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 07/15/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.305: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.205: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.220: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.255: CLOSED ADMINISTRATIVELY
RCW 42.17A.260: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.260: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/13-012 200.00 0.00 0.00 200.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""13012.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2532/13012.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13012.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13012.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2532/13012.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13012.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13012.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2532/13012.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13012.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13012.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2532/13012.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13012.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""13012.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2532/13012.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""13012.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""TACOMAS FOR INTERGRITY IN GOVERNMENT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2013-07-04"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2013-07-01"", ""amount"" : 200.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/06/2019 02:29:49 PM 6594 2840 15-038 07/23/2014 07/23/2014 TONY YUCHASZ JEFFREY POSSINGER NEW MAJORITY PAC JEFFREY POSSINGER NEW MAJORITY PAC: ALLEGED FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.245, RCW 42.17A.305 Closed
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JEFFREY POSSINGER NEW MAJORITY PAC
By TONY YUCHASZ
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.225, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.245, RCW 42.17A.305
Hearing: FULL - INVESTIGATION on 02/26/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/29/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17A.225: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.245: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.305: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-038 10000.00 6500.00 0.00 3500.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15038.Stip.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2840/15038.Stip.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15038.Stip.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15038.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2840/15038.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15038.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2840/15038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15038.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15038.Charges.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2840/15038.Charges.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15038.Charges.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15038.Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2840/15038.Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15038.Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""JEFFREY POSSINGER NEW MAJORITY PAC"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-07-02"", ""amount"" : 10000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 6500.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-06-29"", ""amount"" : 3500.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/08/2019 11:11:23 AM 6595 1100 22229 07/18/2017 08/21/2017 PDC Staff Cox, Terrilie Cox, Terrilie: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file annual F-1 statement of personal financial affairs (Group Enforcement 2017) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) Public Employee - Local Annual F1 "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DANIEL HENDERSON
RCW 42.17.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 06/22/2010
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/10-091 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10091.STIP.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2180/10091.STIP.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10091.STIP.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DANIEL HENDERSON"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2010-07-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2010-06-22"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 11/05/2019 09:21:52 AM 6598 1779 4491 04/14/2016 04/14/2016 10/31/2016 Dr. Bruce Finnie Bethel School District Bethel School District - Alleged use of public facilities for electioneering, RCW 42.17A.555 (Apr 2016) RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555 Case Closed with Written Warning
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
This complaint (and 10 other complaints filed against Mr. Cooper) was filed with the PDC and the Attorney General's Office as a Citizen Action Notice (CAN). The AGO and the complainant have both filed lawsuits against Mr. Cooper concerning many of the same allegations listed in the 11 complaints.
Therefore, PDC staff is closing administratively the remaining six complaints you filed against Jim Cooper as noted in this letter, without taking any action, completing our review, or pursuing enforcement action.
A complaint was filed against the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington State (ATULC) alleging possible violations of: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to register as a political committee by completing a Committee Registration (C-1pc report) disclosing committee information; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) as required for a political committee disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken during calendar years 2014 through 2018.
ATULC has been registered with the PDC as a Lobbyist Employer dating back to at least 1996, filing Annual Report of Lobbyist Employers (L-3 reports) and the Monthly Lobbyist Employer Contributions report (L-3c reports) reports disclosing expenditures made to hire a contract lobbyist to lobby, and contributions that were made to candidates and political committees.
Staff's investigation (See hyperlink for the Report of Investigation with Exhibits PDF below) focused on ATULC activities undertaken during CY 2016, that involved ATULC making a total of $101,443 in expenditures that included $35,451 in monetary contributions made to 2016 candidates for public office. In the response, ATULC’s percentage of expenditures for contributions made to total contributions represented 35% for calendar year 2016, and PDC staff’s review of the L-3 report filed by the ATULC disclosed that Johnson Arledge Strategies, a contract lobbying firm, received a total of $25,200 in compensation to lobby during calendar year 2016. The L-3 report for 2016 was required to have been filed the last day of February 2017 and was filed almost one year late on January 31, 2018.
In addition, staff’s review found the L-3c reports filed by ATULC for calendar year 2016 were timely filed disclosing 41 monetary contributions totaling $34,500 except for one contribution disclosed one day late.
ATULC is a Lobbyist Employer registered and reporting with the PDC and one of its primary purposes is to support legislation through lobbying efforts, to which ATULC devotes significant resources and time on. ATULC also spends resources for ATU local members and membership services, transportation and transit issues, and overhead, and ATULC’s stated goals and mission extend beyond making contributions to candidates for public office and political committees.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance concerning ATULC being a political committee. Based on our review of the facts, the majority of ATULC activities do not involve making contributions to candidates for public office, and do not appear to involve electoral political activity at all. ATULC’s percentage of expenditures for monetary contributions to candidates and political committees was 35% in 2016, and 30% in 2018, respectively, however staff noted that 33 of the 41 contributions made in 2016, were made on two dates, June 3, 2016 (21 contributions), and September 16, 2016 (11 contributions).
PDC staff noted that more than 80% of the ATULC contributions made to candidates for public office in 2016, were made over the course of two days, whereas its lobbying and membership outreach and services were pretty much ongoing throughout the calendar year. Although the ATULC made expenditures in support of candidates, the totality of the evidence does not suggest that ATULC is a political committee, because the making of those expenditures was not its primary purpose, or even one of its primary purposes.
On April 2, 2020, ATULC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.630 for failing to timely file the Annual Report of Lobbyist Employers (L-3 reports) for calendar year 2016. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the issue of the late filed L-3 report for 2016.
Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing this matter against the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington State in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by IBEW 48 Business Manager & Financial Secretary on behalf of PAC 48; the applicable C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
No evidence was found that PAC 48 made over-limit contributions to either of the 2018 candidate campaigns referenced above or to indicate that that funds received by CCDCC were earmarked as defined in RCW 42.17A.460 by PAC 48 or were otherwise specifically intended to benefit any of the same candidates.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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KLAHANIE PAA ANNEXATION TO ISSAQUAH PAC
By DAVID KAPPLER
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: DISMISSED
RCW 42.17A.240: DISMISSED
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Glen Morgan on October 23, 2018 and January 3, 2019. The complaints alleged that the Pierce County Democratic Central Committee (PCDCC), a bona fide political party committee may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file an amended Committee Registration (C-1pc report) within ten days disclosing any material change in the committee information.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints filed; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dominick Bergeron, former Treasurer for Pierce County Democratic Central Committee; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, the alleged late and incomplete filed C-3 and C-4 reports cited in the two complaints were primarily caused by a Committee reorganization and changes in officers, but we noted that the Committee implemented additional internal controls to ensure compliance by creating an oversight committee, by conducting an internal audit, and additional training. These steps were taken, in part, by the Pierce County Democratic Central Committee to comply with the provisions of the settlement agreement.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file 19 filed C-3 and C-4 reports, including amendments, mostly disclosed little monetary activity, or were filed as a result of an internal audit process conducted by PCDCC, and therefore does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PCDCC received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities and failure to timely file an amended Committee Registration (C-1pc report) disclosing material changes. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that PCDCC timely file accurate and complete C-3, C-4 and C-1pc reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
A complaint was filed against officials of the Seattle School District (SSD) alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by using school district facilities to produce and distribute information that supported two SSD levy measures, Proposition #1, the Educational Program and Operations (EP&O) levy, and Proposition #2, the Building Excellence V (BEX V) Capital levy, both of which appeared on the February 12, 2019 special election ballot.
Staff's review found that SSD officials produced and distributed information about Proposition #1 and #2 for the February 12, 2019 special election, and that information was communicated in the district’s normal and regular manner. Staff found that the majority of the information reviewed was a fair and objective presentation of the facts, however there was information that contained statements of opinion rather than facts or were not completely objective concerning the two levies.
PDC staff has determined the facts in this instance do not warrant further investigation. However, PDC staff reminded officials of the Seattle School District concerning the importance of communicating factual and objective bond and levy election information to all citizens of the district, without including potential statements of opinions, as required by PDC laws, rules and PDC Interpretation #01-03.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint you filed, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response to the complaint provided by Taki V. Flevaris, attorney representing Laurie Jinkins.
Based on staff’s review, we found RCW 42.17A.710(1)(g) does not include “political committee” in the list of entities required to be reported on the F-1 Supplement, and historically, PDC staff has not advised F-1 filers to include political committees on the F-1 Supplement when the filer holds a position of committee officer in a political committee.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to list LM PAC on an F-1 Supplement does not appear to be an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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3966441 - 2014- 7-29 - C1PC.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/47130%20Jinkins%20Laurie%20Complaint%20Attach%205%20-%203966441%20-%202014-%207-29%20-%20C1PC.pdf"", ""description"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Attach 5 - 3966441 - 2014- 7-29 - C1PC.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Attach 4 - 4549216- 2016 C1.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/47130%20Jinkins%20Laurie%20Complaint%20Attach%204%20-%204549216-%202016%20C1.pdf"", ""description"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Attach 4 - 4549216- 2016 C1.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Attach 3 - 4606471 - 2016 - 10-11 C1PC.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/47130%20Jinkins%20Laurie%20Complaint%20Attach%203%20-%204606471%20-%202016%20-%2010-11%20C1PC.pdf"", ""description"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Attach 3 - 4606471 - 2016 - 10-11 C1PC.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/47130%20Jinkins%20Laurie%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 47130 Laurie Jinkins F1 complaint return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/PDC%20Case%2047130%20Laurie%20Jinkins%20F1%20complaint%20return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""47130 Jinkins Laurie Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2103/47130%252520Jinkins%252520Laurie%252520Complaint%252520Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/17/2020 10:32:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6632 2075 44956 01/03/2019 01/03/2019 05/16/2019 Dave Churchman Reachout Washington PAC Reachout Washington PAC: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 and .235 for failure to timely register as a political committee and report contributions and expenditures (EY 19; Jan 19) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Local Issue "A photo of, and quote from, the Respondent appeared in a advertisement supporting Proposition 1 that was sponsored by Yes for Public Safety and mailed on January 25, 2019. The Respondent was President of the Spokane City Council & a mayoral candidate at the time of the mailing. The mailer did not identify the Respondent as a mayoral candidate, was mailed several months before the election for which the Respondent was a candidate, and sought to influence the outcome of an election for which the Respondent was not a candidate.
The mailer did not appear to be an in-kind contribution to the Respondent because its purpose was to support Proposition 1 and any indirect benefit to the Respondent's mayoral candidacy was incidental and below the contribution limit for the office sought. Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent's appearance in an ad supporting a ballot measure did not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation. The PDC dismissed the matter and did not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dmitri Iglitzin, on behalf of his client WSLC AFL-CIO PPP; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although staff’s review of the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by WSLC AFL-CIO PPP for calendar years 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, and the committee’s response did not warrant further investigation, staff’s general review of the committee’s campaign activity reports did find instances during 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 of late reporting and reports requiring amendments in order to accurately disclose receipts and expenditures.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose WSLC AFL-CIO PPP’s campaign activity for calendar years 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
PDC staff reminded WSLC AFL-CIO PPP about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which WSLC AFL-CIO PPP is participating, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely & accurately disclosing the Top 5 Contributors on all political advertising. The PDC dismissed the matter and did not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement in this case.
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Based on its findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to submit a photograph for a lobbyist registration does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of submitting a recent photograph when registering as a lobbyist, maintaining current contact and lobbyist information with the PDC, and the timely filing of all future required lobbyist registration information. The PDC dismissed the matter and did not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that the Committee failed to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports in 2018. However, these deficiencies are mitigated by the fact that the Committee showed a good faith effort by putting measures in place to ensure timely filing of all future reports as required by the PDC laws and rules. Additionally, staff found no prior violations against the Committee.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a warning letter to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Respondent made a good-faith effort to remedy its omission by filing the missing report for November on January 9, 2019. The Respondent indicated that it is a 2016 ballot committee so the financial activity disclosed on the late report did not pertain to an upcoming election or deprive the public of critical information. Based on the findings, PDC staff determined that, in this instance, failure to timely & accurately report contributions & expenditures for November, 2018 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of timely disclosing all contribution & expenditure activities and the timely filing of all future PDC reports, including the C-4 report. The PDC dismissed the matter and did not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement action in this case.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/46701 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""46701 Campaign to Prevent Fraud and Protect Seniors Reminder Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2098/46701%20Campaign%20to%20Prevent%20Fraud%20and%20Protect%20Seniors%20Reminder%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""46701 Campaign to Prevent Fraud and Protect Seniors Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2098/46701%20Campaign%20to%20Prevent%20Fraud%20and%20Protect%20Seniors%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""46701 Campaign to Prevent Fraud and Protect Seniors Response.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""46701 Campaign to Prevent Fraud and Protect Seniors Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2098/46701%20Campaign%20to%20Prevent%20Fraud%20and%20Protect%20Seniors%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""46701 Campaign to Prevent Fraud and Protect Seniors Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/05/2019 04:15:13 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 6644 2100 47080 02/05/2019 02/05/2019 03/12/2019 Glen Morgan Kittitas County Democratic Central Committee Kittitas County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely & accurately report debt and accurately report expenditures. (Feb 2019) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Northwest Accountability Project on March 29, 2019. The complaint alleged that We the Governed, a 2016 political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.255, .260, and .305 for failure to timely and accurately file Independent Spending and Electioneering Communication reports (C-6 reports), disclosing independent expenditures and electioneering communications; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification and top five contributors on political advertising.
The complaint also alleged that We the Governed, LLC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file a Political Committee Registration report (C-1pc report); RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 reports and C-4 reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.255, .260, and .305 for failure to timely and accurately file C-6 reports, disclosing independent expenditures and electioneering communications; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification and top five contributors on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by We the Governed; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence has been provided to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Don Bradshaw; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and a commercial advertiser disclosure from the Town Crier Community Newspaper, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Don Bradshaw will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by the candidate. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Don Bradshaw accurately and completely discloses sponsor identification on any future political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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As noted in the complaint return letter, SEIU PEAF failed to timely report $1,534,947 in contributions received from SEIU in Washington, DC for the 2018 elections, and that information was not disclosed until March 12, 2019 when the amended C-5 reports were filed. While the amount of late reported contributions was significant, there were several mitigating factors considered by staff that included SEIU PEAF:
(1) disclosed no additional expenditures as having been made in 2018 on the amended C-5 reports;
(2) timely disclosed the $747,983 in expenditures made as contributions to political committees in Washington state and registered with the PDC on the initial C-5 reports;
(3) did not spend any of the $1,534,947 in late reported contributions received from SEIU in Washington state; and
(4) received a total of $8,128,222 in aggregate contributions from SEIU in Washington, DC, so the $747,983 spent in Washington state in 2018 by SEIU PEAF, represented 9.2% of total expenditure activities.
Based on these findings, PDC staff has determined that the facts in this instance do not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), PDC staff will be formally warning SEIU PEAF concerning the importance of timely and accurately filing C-5 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by an out-of-state political committee as required by PDC laws and rules.
This formal written warning conveys staff’s expectation that SEIU PEAF will fully comply with the C-5 reporting requirements in the future, should the committee make additional contributions to candidates or political committees registered with the PDC in Washington State. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any future PDC law or rule violations by SEIU PEAF.
Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations in this matter against the Service Employees International Union Political Education & Action Fund PAC in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This case alleged that The Olympian (the ""Respondent"") violated RCW 42.17A.345 by failing to allow public inspection of commercial advertiser records, .335 by publishing false statements re: a candidate (e.g. editorials), and .320 for failure to disclose sponsor information on political ads.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, applicable statutes, rules, and the response provided by the Respondent to determine whether it supported a finding of one or more violations. Staff's review showed that the Respondent is a commercial advertiser required to make its documents & books of accounts concerning political advertising & electioneering communications available for public inspection in-person during normal business hours or, if requested electronically, by email or online publication.
The Respondent published two advertisements for Linda Oosterman's campaign in October, 2018, both of which included sponsor identification as required under RCW 42.17A.320. Between October 19, 2018 and February 12, 2019, the Complainant sent three emails to the Respondent's employees and a message via its website portal requesting commercial advertiser records related to the Oosterman campaign ads, but never received a response. The Complainant indicated he visited the Respondent in-person on February 14, 2019 but was denied access to records, a charge the Respondent denied.
The Complainant failed to fully identify the records sought prior to February 12, 2019 and requested some information outside the scope of RCW 42.17A.345. However, the Respondent failed to respond to the requests, ask for missing information and timely fulfill the portion of the request that fell within the scope of .345 and WAC 390-18-050. The Respondent indicated its belief the such requests were required to be made in-person. However, PDC laws and rules do not specify how requests for commercial advertiser records must be made and WAC 390-18-050 allows the public to request records electronically, which can be satisfied by email or online publication. The Respondent provided the requested records to the Complainant by email on April 22, 2019.
This complaint also alleged that three editorial articles published by the Respondent between October 27 and November 9, 2018 contained false statements about him, in violation of RCW 42.17A.335, which prohibits a person from sponsoring, with actual malice, a false statement of material fact about a candidate for public office in political advertising or electioneering communications. However, WAC 390-05-290(4) and RCW 42.17A.005(22)(b)(iii) define political advertising and electioneering communications to exclude editorial content in a regularly scheduled new medium that is not controlled by a candidate or committee where payment for the space or time is not normally required. Subsequently, the editorials did not meet the criteria for libel and defamation set forth in .335.
Based on the information, the PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff reminded the Respondent about the importance of making commercial advertiser documents and books of account open for public inspection during normal business hours for three years following the election to which they pertain. PDC staff clarified that this information can be requested electronically or in-person & conveyed its expectation that the Respondent make such information available to the public in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
A complaint was filed with the PDC against Our Olympic Communities Enterprise Washington alleging the committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to fully identify the top five contributors on political advertising; RCW 42.17A.335 by making a false statement of material fact in opposition ads; RCW 42.17A.335 by sponsoring an ad that falsely represents Irene Bowling as an incumbent; RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC 390-18 by failing to clearly identify sponsor identification on political advertising; and RCW 42.17A.260 by failing to timely file Independent Spending and Electioneering Communications (C-6) reports., alleging the Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to timely deposit contributions within five business days of receipt and RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
At its May 28, 2020 meeting, the Commission found Our Olympic Communities Enterprise WA violated RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to timely file Independent Expenditure reports (C-6 reports) disclosing $151,772.81 in Committee expenditures made for electioneering communications advertisements that supported Tim Sheldon and opposed Irene Bowling and assessed a total civil penalty of $14,000 of which $7,000 is suspended on the following conditions:
Staff determined that in this instance, the remaining allegations do not amount to actual violations warranting further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Our Olympic Communities Enterprise Washington will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing and disclosure requirements.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation the Committee will: (1) fully identify Top Five Contributors on all future political advertising, independent expenditures (IE) or electioneering communications (EC); (2) provide the required sponsor identification on all future political advertisements, IE’s and EC’s in accordance with statutes and rules; and (3) file timely and complete C-4 and C-6 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules, including disclosing the required expenditure detail in accordance with RCW 42.17A.240. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Jennifer Robertson; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely break down expenditure details does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jennifer Robertson will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately and completely disclose expenditure details, including the number of items and sub-vendors actually providing the goods and services for the campaign. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Jennifer Robertson provides detailed descriptions of expenditure details on all future required reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff alleges that Kevin Hulten, an Executive Analyst in the Snohomish County Executive’s Office in 2011 and a portion of calendar year 2012,
violated RCW 42.17A.130[1] by using his Snohomish County laptop and desktop computers, telephone, telephone number, email address and work
time: (1) for the purpose of assisting Aaron Reardon’s 2011 re-election campaign by compiling information and conducting opposition research of Mike
Hope for Snohomish County Executive in 2011; and (2) for the purpose of assisting John “Jack” Connelly’s 2012 election campaign for State Senator
in the 27th Legislative District by compiling information and conducting opposition research of Jeannie Darneille for State Senator in May of 2012.
An enforcement hearing before the Full Commission was held on June 23, 2016, in which the Commission unanimously voted 4-0 in finding that Kevin Hulten violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.130 by using his Snohomish County laptop and desktop computers, telephone, telephone number, email address and work time for the purpose of assisting Aaron Reardon’s 2011 re-election campaign; and (2) RCW 42.17A.555 by using his Snohomish County laptop and desktop computers, telephone, telephone number, email address and work time for the purpose of assisting John “Jack” Connelly’s 2012 election campaign for State Senator in the 27th Legislative District.
The Commission assessed a $2,500 civil penalty against Kevin Hulten.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PROTECT YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE ON INITIATIVES
By Sherry Bockwinkel
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF MINI REPORTING LIMITS
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-125
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBIN FARRIS COMMITTEE TO RECALL DALE WASHAM
By PDC
Allegation(s): CONCEALMENT OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.080, RCW 42.17A.090, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
IVARS ZAGERIS
By PDC
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S), LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 08/01/2013
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
26TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE
By JOHANNA BAXTER
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF CONTRIBUTION LIMITS
RCW 42.17A.460, RCW 42.17A.305, RCW 42.17A.310, RCW 42.17A.405, RCW 42.17A.435
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
PROTECT OUR CHILDREN
By BOB JONES & PAUL PECK
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.335
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-019 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14019.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2721/14019.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14019.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Protect Our Children - Paul Peck Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2721/Protect%20Our%20Children%20-%20Paul%20Peck%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Protect Our Children - Paul Peck Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Protec Our Children - Bob Jones Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2721/Protec%20Our%20Children%20-%20Bob%20Jones%20Dismissal%20Ltr.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Protec Our Children - Bob Jones Dismissal Ltr.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 07/14/2016 12:00:00 AM 6684 2769 14-072 06/10/2014 06/10/2014 PDC Staff GLEN MORGAN GLEN MORGAN: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
GLEN MORGAN
By PDC STAFF
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/08/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/14-072 300.00 150.00 0.00 150.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""14-072 Morgan Glen Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2769/14-072%20Morgan%20Glen%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""14-072 Morgan Glen Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""GLEN MORGAN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2014-08-23"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2014-08-28"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6685 2863 15-072 09/02/2015 09/02/2015 CRABTREE CHARLIE CRINA HOYER RE-SOURCES CRINA HOYER RE-SOURCES: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CRINA HOYER RE-SOURCES
By CRABTREE CHARLIE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-072 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-72 Crina Hoyer Re-Sources Warning Letter_0.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2863/15-72%20Crina%20Hoyer%20Re-Sources%20Warning%20Letter_0.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-72 Crina Hoyer Re-Sources Warning Letter_0.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 6686 2866 15-076 09/04/2015 09/04/2015 MIKE HARTZELL DAVID ZARATE DAVID ZARATE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DAVID ZARATE
By MIKE HARTZELL
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-076 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-076 Zarate David Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2866/15-076%20Zarate%20David%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-076 Zarate David Warning Letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 6687 2867 15-077 09/04/2015 09/04/2015 MICHELLE FRANLIN-WILSON THOMAS MCCARTHY THOMAS MCCARTHY: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
THOMAS MCCARTHY
By MICHELLE FRANLIN-WILSON
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-077 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-077 McCarthy Thomas Warning Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2867/15-077%20McCarthy%20Thomas%20Warning%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-077 McCarthy Thomas Warning Letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 6688 2868 15-078 08/01/2012 08/01/2012 SHERRY BOCKWINKEL TIM EYMAN, VOTERS WANT MORE CHOICES Tim Eyman, Voters Want More Choices - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445 Referred to Attorney General by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TIM EYMAN VOTERS WANT MORE CHOICES
By SHERRY BOCKWINKEL
Allegation(s): EXCEEDANCE OF MINI REPORTING LIMITS
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.435, RCW 42.17A.445
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-078 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Washington v Eyman Complaint 30March2017.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/Washington%20v%20Eyman%20Complaint%2030March2017.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Washington v Eyman Complaint 30March2017.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Referral to AGO_0.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/Referral%20to%20AGO_0.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Referral to AGO_0.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""WA v Eyman AGO Press Release 31Mar2017.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/WA%20v%20Eyman%20AGO%20Press%20Release%2031Mar2017.pdf"", ""description"" : ""WA v Eyman AGO Press Release 31Mar2017.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15078.Summary.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/15078.Summary.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15078.Summary.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15078.Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/15078.Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15078.Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15078.ROI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2868/15078.ROI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15078.ROI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/29/2020 01:56:29 PM Commission determined additional legal or penalty authority needed to address violations. 6689 2860 15-069 08/24/2015 08/24/2015 MARILYN MOORE BENTON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE BENTON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BENTON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE
By MARILYN MOORE
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-069 3000.00 2000.00 0.00 1000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15069.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2860/15069.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15069.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Benton County Democratic CC Order & Cover Ltr (PDC Case 2603).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2860/Benton%20County%20Democratic%20CC%20Order%20%26%20Cover%20Ltr%20%28PDC%20Case%202603%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Benton County Democratic CC Order & Cover Ltr (PDC Case 2603).pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""BCDCC Amended Charges & ROI Combined for Hearing_0.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2860/BCDCC%20Amended%20Charges%20%26%20ROI%20Combined%20for%20Hearing_0.pdf"", ""description"" : ""BCDCC Amended Charges & ROI Combined for Hearing_0.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""BCDCC Signed Stipulation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2860/BCDCC%20Signed%20Stipulation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""BCDCC Signed Stipulation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""BENTON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2017-04-06"", ""amount"" : 3000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2017-04-03"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6690 2878 15-087 09/24/2015 09/24/2015 JOHN BRANGWIN CYNTHIA WRIGHT CYNTHIA WRIGHT: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CYNTHIA WRIGHT
By JOHN BRANGWIN
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-087 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15087.CUI.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2878/15087.CUI.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15087.CUI.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15-087 Cynthia Wright Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2878/15-087%20Cynthia%20Wright%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-087 Cynthia Wright Complaint Return.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6691 2879 15-088 09/24/2015 09/24/2015 CHRIS VAN DYCK BAINBRIDGE ISLAND OFFICIALS BAINBRIDGE ISLAND OFFICIALS: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND OFFICIALS
By CHRIS VAN DYCK
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-088 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-88 Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2879/15-88%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-88 Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15-88 Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2879/15-88%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-88 Return Letter.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/20/2020 09:20:54 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6692 2880 15-089 08/09/2013 08/09/2013 ROBERT HILL ANGELA STREGE TACOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT 10 TACOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT 10: ALLEGED IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES; RCW 42.17A.555 Dismissed with Concurrence of the Chair "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TACOMA SCHOOL DISTRICT 10
By ROBERT HILL ANGELA STREGE
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-089 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""2125 TPS Letters.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2880/2125%20TPS%20Letters.pdf"", ""description"" : ""2125 TPS Letters.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""2125 ROI w Exhibits.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2880/2125%20ROI%20w%20Exhibits.pdf"", ""description"" : ""2125 ROI w Exhibits.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Complaint Against Tacoma SD 10 by Angela Strege - 8-7-13.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2880/Complaint%20Against%20Tacoma%20SD%2010%20by%20Angela%20Strege%20-%208-7-13.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Complaint Against Tacoma SD 10 by Angela Strege - 8-7-13.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""T14-086 Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2880/T14-086%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""T14-086 Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Response to Complaint from Tac Pub Schools on 3-5-15 T14-086.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2880/Response%20to%20Complaint%20from%20Tac%20Pub%20Schools%20on%203-5-15%20T14-086.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Response to Complaint from Tac Pub Schools on 3-5-15 T14-086.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff dismissed case with approval from PDC chair. 6693 2881 15-090 09/28/2015 09/28/2015 KAREN JENSEN KIMBERLY LAUK CHRISTOPHER HURST KIMBERLY LAUK CHRISTOPHER HURST: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; RCW 42.17A.310, RCW 42.17A.710 Dismissed by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KIMBERLY LAUK CHRISTOPHER HURST
By KAREN JENSEN
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S), FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SPONSOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
RCW 42.17A.310, RCW 42.17A.710
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.310: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.710: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-090 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-090 Lauk Kimberly Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2881/15-090%20Lauk%20Kimberly%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-090 Lauk Kimberly Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""09.28.2015-KarenJensen-RE-ChrisHurstandKimberlyLauk.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2881/09.28.2015-KarenJensen-RE-ChrisHurstandKimberlyLauk.pdf"", ""description"" : ""09.28.2015-KarenJensen-RE-ChrisHurstandKimberlyLauk.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer dismissed allegations. 6694 2882 15-091 10/01/2015 10/01/2015 RUSSELL HANSCOM TRISHA SANDERS TRISHA SANDERS: ALLEGED FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.700 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
TRISHA SANDERS
By RUSSELL HANSCOM
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S), FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, RCW 42.17A.700
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-091 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""10.1.15-RussellHanscom-RE-TrishaSanders.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2882/10.1.15-RussellHanscom-RE-TrishaSanders.pdf"", ""description"" : ""10.1.15-RussellHanscom-RE-TrishaSanders.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""15-91 Sanders Trisha Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2882/15-91%20Sanders%20Trisha%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-91 Sanders Trisha Complaint Return.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 6695 691 27156 10/17/2017 10/17/2017 10/08/2019 Karen Hardy Shelly Short Short, Shelly (2): Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .430, .560 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, debt. (OCT 17) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.40.090/42.17A.430, RCW 29B.45.020/42.17A.560 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - Legislative "
Two complaints were filed against Shelly Short, an incumbent State Senator in the 7th Legislative District and a candidate for election to that office in 2017, this case and PDC Case 27156. The complaints alleged that Shelly Short may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Full Summary Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities, including debts and obligations owed to The ROC Foundation, a political consulting firm owned by Mitch Short, Senator Short's spouse, providing detailed expenditure descriptions and the required sub-vendor breakdowns; and (2) RCW 42.17A.560 and WAC 390-17-400, by receiving contributions from the 7th Legislative District Republican Party during the 2017 Legislative session.
On June 25, 2018, Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff opened a formal investigation concerning the complaint filed against Senator Shelly Short for PDC Case 33367. On June 29, 2018, PDC staff conducted an initial hearing (case status review) for Senator Short in PDC Case 33367 in accordance with ESHB 2938.
Staff reviewed the Citizens Action Notice (CAN) that was filed against Senator Short that included similar allegations to the two complaints, the November 6, 2018 Stipulation and Order of Dismissal, and the June 15, 2018 Letter Ruling from Thurston County Superior Court Judge Carol Murphy for Thurston County case No. 18-2-00456-34.
That case was stipulated by both parties as ""dismissed with prejudice” without any penalties, costs or attorney's fees being paid by either party. The Letter Ruling in Thurston County case No. 18-2-00456-34 stated that Judge Murphy granted the Plaintiff’s motion concerning the late filed reports disclosing $20,000 in outstanding debts and obligations owed to the ROC Foundation for 2017 consulting services, that included $10,000 in “Primary Campaign Management Services”, and $10,000 in “General Campaign Management Services. The letter went on to state that the Plaintiff was entitled to judgement as a matter of law concerning the late debt reporting violations.
PDC staff reminded the Shelly Short Campaign concerning the importance of timely and accurately disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities, including orders-placed, debts and obligations, especially those involving debts and contingency winning bonuses to the candidate’s spouse entity The Roc Foundation, for all future campaigns.
Concerning the Legislative Session freeze allegation staff found that the expenditures made by the 7th Legislative District Republicans to purchase the signs from the Shelly Short Campaign were properly disclosed as Miscellaneous Receipts and were not contributions subject to the legislative session freeze.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the two complaints in PDC Cases 27156 and 33367, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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ANN RIVERS
By KELLY HINTON
Allegation(s): UNAUTHORIZED USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
RCW 42.17A.240
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.240: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-094 4000.00 3000.00 0.00 1000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""15-094 Rivers Ann Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2885/15-094%20Rivers%20Ann%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""15-094 Rivers Ann Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Rivers Charges and Report of Investigation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2885/Rivers%20Charges%20and%20Report%20of%20Investigation.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Rivers Charges and Report of Investigation.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""ANN RIVERS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2017-02-19"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : ""Penalty assessed for violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. Non-suspended portion of penalty ($1,000) is due Feb 19 2017.\nPenalty Paid $1,000 12/28/16"", ""suspended_amount"" : 3000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2016-12-28"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6697 2887 16-001 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT SHELMINA ABJI SHELMINA ABJI: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SHELMINA ABJI
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-001 150.00 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16-001 Abji Shelmina Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2887/16-001%20Abji%20Shelmina%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-001 Abji Shelmina Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""SHELMINA ABJI"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-11"", ""amount"" : 150.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 150.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6698 2888 16-002 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC Staff CASEY ARBENZ CASEY ARBENZ: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
CASEY ARBENZ
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-002 100.00 100.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16-002 Arbenz Casey Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2888/16-002%20Arbenz%20Casey%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-002 Arbenz Casey Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""CASEY ARBENZ"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 100.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6699 2889 16-003 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT DONALD BAKER DONALD BAKER: ALLEGED FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DONALD BAKER
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-003 1000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1000.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""16-003 Baker Donald Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2889/16-003%20Baker%20Donald%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-003 Baker Donald Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DONALD BAKER"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2016-01-01"", ""amount"" : 1000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:07:28 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6700 2890 16-004 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT DESIRAE BEARDEN DESIRAE BEARDEN: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Violation Found by Commission "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
DESIRAE BEARDEN
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-004 100.00 75.00 75.00 0.00 100.00 true "[{""file_name"" : ""16-004 Bearden Desirae Order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2890/16-004%20Bearden%20Desirae%20Order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-004 Bearden Desirae Order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""DESIRAE BEARDEN"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-09-11"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : ""SENT TO COLLECTIONS FOR NON PAYMENT 7/2016"", ""suspended_amount"" : 75.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 75.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:07:43 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6701 2891 16-005 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT LINDA BERRY-MASAIT LINDA BERRY-MARAIST: ALLEGED VIOLATION; Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LINDA BERRY-MASAIT
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-005 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16-005 Berry-Maraist Linda SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2891/16-005%20Berry-Maraist%20Linda%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-005 Berry-Maraist Linda SOU.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LINDA BERRY-MASAIT"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2020-01-01"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-27"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 6702 2896 16-033 07/01/2015 07/01/2015 PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT LORI KAYS-SANDERS LORI KAYS-SANDERS: ALLEGED LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700 Resolved through Statement of Understanding (SOU) "
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
LORI KAYS-SANDERS
By PDC GROUP ENFORCEMENT
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 07/30/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: UNDER INVESTIGATION
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-033 100.00 0.00 0.00 100.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16-033 Kays-Sanders Lori K SOU.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2896/16-033%20Kays-Sanders%20Lori%20K%20SOU.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16-033 Kays-Sanders Lori K SOU.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""LORI KAYS-SANDERS"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-08-15"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2015-07-16"", ""amount"" : 100.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/12/2019 12:00:00 AM Respondent admitted violation and possibly paid penalty. 6703 1771 4931 05/03/2016 05/03/2016 06/06/2016 Jaxon Ravens Bill Bryant Bryant, Bill - Alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to report financial affairs information RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700 Case Closed with Written Warning Candidate - Statewide "
The complaint alleges Cathy Dahlquist campaign spent 2014 general elction contributions prior to the 2014 primary election being held, and failed to accuratley disclose joint campaign related activites.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/15-036 300.00 0.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Order in PDC Case 15-036 Cathy Dahlquist.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2902/Order%20in%20PDC%20Case%2015-036%20Cathy%20Dahlquist.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Order in PDC Case 15-036 Cathy Dahlquist.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""Cathy Dahlquist ROI .pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2902/Cathy%20Dahlquist%20ROI%20.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Cathy Dahlquist ROI .pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" "[{""who"" : ""Cathy Dahlquist"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2015-12-06"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : ""Stipulation to Facts - Penalty assessed of $300.00"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2016-06-01"", ""amount"" : 300.00, ""description"" : null}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/06/2019 12:00:00 AM 6714 1752 5746 06/08/2016 06/08/2016 06/22/2016 Mike Tiufekchiev Carole Wagner Active in Democracy - Alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to report contributions and expenditures RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning "The following allegations have been made against the respondent JASON BERGSTROM LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/21/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegations have been made against the respondent: LATE OR DEFICIENT CANDIDATE REGISTRATION(S); RCW 42.17A.205 AND PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 08/13/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/15/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.205 VIOLATION & RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
The following allegation has been made against the respondent TRISHA CLARIDGE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 7/30/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/02/2015
Disposition: RCW 42.17A.700 VIOLATION
| The complaint alleges that Darrel Dickson was involved in helping design and facilitate two mailings sponsored by Karen Jensen and Citizens for a Better Enumclaw (CBE) as Independent Expenditures, resulting in Ms. Jensen making over-limit in-kind contributions to Mr. Dickson's 2015 re-election campaign against Kimberly Lauk for Enumclaw City Council, and in Mr. Dickson accepting over-limit in-kind contributions. The complaint further alleges CBE may have failed to properly describe its expenditures as in-kind contributions to Mr. Dickson, and that Mr. Dickson may have failed to properly report the receipt of the in-kind contributions. |
| The complaint alleges that Darrel Dickson was involved in helping design and facilitate two mailings sponsored by Karen Jensen and Citizens for a Better Enumclaw (CBE) as Independent Expenditures, resulting in Ms. Jensen making over-limit in-kind contributions to Mr. Dickson's 2015 re-election campaign against Kimberly Lauk for Enumclaw City Council, and in Mr. Dickson accepting over-limit in-kind contributions. The complaint further alleges CBE may have failed to properly describe its expenditures as in-kind contributions to Mr. Dickson, and that Mr. Dickson may have failed to properly report the receipt of the in-kind contributions. An enforcement hearing was held on 9/19/2019. See Final Order for details. |
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/6365 4000.00 2000.00 0.00 2000.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""6365 Complaint w Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1743/6365%20Complaint%20w%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : ""6365 Complaint w Attachments.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""08.05.16 PDC investigative response - D. Dickson.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1743/08.05.16%20PDC%20investigative%20response%20-%20D.%20Dickson.pdf"", ""description"" : ""08.05.16 PDC investigative response - D. Dickson.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""6365 Notice of Administrative Charges & Report of Investigtions.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1743/6365%20Notice%20of%20Administrative%20Charges%20%26%20Report%20of%20Investigtions.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""Final_Order-Dickson6365_09-26-19 With Email Certification.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1743/Final_Order-Dickson6365_09-26-19%20With%20Email%20Certification.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : ""Commission order""}, {""file_name"" : ""Stipulation-2019-09-23-DarrelDickson6365-fully-executed.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/1743/Stipulation-2019-09-23-DarrelDickson6365-fully-executed.pdf"", ""description"" : ""6365 Darrel Dickson Stipulation"", ""document_type"" : """"}]" "[{""who"" : ""Darrell Dickson"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2019-10-25"", ""amount"" : 4000.00, ""description"" : null, ""suspended_amount"" : 2000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2019-10-07"", ""amount"" : 2000.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/08/2025 06:46:43 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6728 1742 6472 07/11/2016 07/11/2016 07/13/2016 Washington Senate Democratic Campaign (Samantha Kersul) Geoffrey S Morse Good Government Leadership Council - Alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.305 for failure to report independent expenditures RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
A Brief Adjudicative Hearing was held on August 25, 2016. Ms. Wyman was found to be in violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for late reporting and was assessed a fine of $500 with $250 suspended.
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
Also reference PDC Case 8642 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/browse/cases/8642
" 31165.00 9700.00 0.00 21465.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Jared C. Karstetter, Jr."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-07-27"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-08-26"", ""amount"" : 31165.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $16,165 with suspension of $9,700. Costs & Fees: $15,000 in reasonable attorney fees, costs of investigation and court costs - Paid to the State of Washington."", ""suspended_amount"" : 9700.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$9,700 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2018-08-16"", ""amount"" : 21465.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 03/16/2021 03:19:56 PM 6736 1738 6594 07/13/2016 07/13/2016 07/13/2016 Alan Creach Ozzie Knezovich Ozzie Knezovich: PDC Case 15-035: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 and .575. RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555, RCW 29B.45.050/42.17A.575 Violation Found by Commission "The following allegation has been made against the respondent MICHAEL J TATE: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT ON 07/30/2015
Request for reconsideration granted, final order issued 10/01/2015
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/16-065 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""16065;order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3013/16065%3Border.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16065;order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""16065.amended order.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/3013/16065.amended%20order.pdf"", ""description"" : ""16065.amended order.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 03/08/2023 02:47:54 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 6742 1728 6747 07/19/2016 07/19/2016 08/26/2016 Cathy Pearsall-Stipek Small Business United PAC Small Business United PAC - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.260 for failure to timely file independent expenditure reports RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations "
John Scannell is a candidate seeking the office of Washington State Supreme Court Justice in 2016. Mr. Scannell failed to file a a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), and he was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
On August 5, 2016 the day of the hearing, Mr. Scannell filed the missing C-1 and F-1 reports. At the hearing, Mr. Scannell appeared in-person and provided testimony to the Presiding Officer.
The Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by Mr. Scannell for failing to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports, and he was assessed a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, of which $200 is suspended on the conditions Mr. Scannell: (1) Pays the $100 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 10 days of receiving this Order; and (2) commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order.
Alex Hart is a first-time candidate seeking the office of State Representative in the 32nd Legislative District in 2016. Mr. Hart failed to file a a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Hart in violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file the F-1 report, and assessed a $250 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, payable within 10 days of receiving the Order
The complaint filed on September 1, 2017 alleged that during her 2016 campaign for Pierce County Council, Pam Roach may have violated:
A. Reporting a payment to “Visa” of $1,374.20 for payment of a Labels and Lists invoice without listing the vendors providing the services, with such information being 318 days late as of the date the complaint was filed.
B. Reporting an obligation/debt to “Chase Cardmember Services” of $10,111.52 without listing the vendors owed that provided the services, with such information being 304 days late as of the date the complaint was filed.
C. Reporting a payment to “Chase Cardmember Services” of $10,111.52 without listing the vendors or sub vendors actually paid that provided the services, with such information being 263 days late as of the date the complaint was filed.
Staff found:
Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file C-4 reports of contributions and expenditures on two occasions, totaling $1,381, filed 332 total days late.
Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file C-3 reports of contributions received on five occasions, totaling $7,750, filed a total of 539 days late;
Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to timely deposit contributions received into the campaign account, within five business days, on three occasions, totaling $1,950, deposited a total of 70 days late.
Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.240(6) as implemented by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205 by:
A. Reporting a payment to “Visa” of $1,374.20 for payment of a Labels and Lists invoice without listing the vendors providing the services, with such information being 318 days late as of the date the complaint was filed. Eileen Erickson, who took over as Treasurer in May 2016, after Conner Edwards stopped serving as Ms. Roach’s Treasurer, stated that the 10/11/16 payment to “Visa” of $1,374.20 was actually a reimbursement to Ms. Roach for using her personal Visa to purchase lists from L2political.com. On 9/26/17, Ms. Erickson filed an amended C-4 for the period 9/1/16 to 10/17/16 and correctly reported the $1,374.20 expenditure as a reimbursement to Pam Roach with a description of “Check made out to Visa to reimburse Pam Roach for L2political.com invoice.” The amendment was filed 343 days late.
B. Reporting an obligation/debt to “Chase Cardmember Services” of $10,111.52 without listing the vendors owed that provided the services, with such information being 304 days late as of the date the complaint was filed. Ms. Erickson stated that the $10,111.52 debt was to Ms. Roach’s consultant, and not to Chase Cardmember Services, as stated on the initial C-4 report filed 11/1/16. On 9/26/17, Ms. Erickson filed an amended C-4 for the period 10/18/16 to 10/31/16, properly disclosing a debt on Schedule B, Part 3, listing the Vendor as GTT/FAA Partners, Burien, WA, with a description of, “consult/design 10,000 sub vendor L2political.com 111.52.” The amendment was filed 329 days late.
C. Reporting a payment to “Chase Cardmember Services” of $10,111.52 without listing the vendors or sub vendors actually paid that provided the services, with such information being 263 days late as of the date the complaint was filed. On 9/26/17, Ms. Erickson filed an amended C-4 for the period 11/1/16 to 11/30/16, disclosing a monetary expenditure on Schedule A to GTT/FAA Partners, with a description of “GTT/FAA Partners, Consult/design flyers $10,000, sub-vendor.” The amendment was filed 288 days late.
Eileen Erickson, Treasurer for Ms. Roach, was prompt and thorough in her response when asked by staff about the alleged violations. She immediately filed amended reports to clarify the reimbursement to Ms. Roach and the obligation and later payment to GTT/FAA Partners.
The late-reported C-4 and C-3 reports were for 2015 contribution and expenditure activity and, although late, were filed five months before the 2016 election. Also, the late deposits of contributions occurred in 2015.
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The WRA failed to timely file the Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to file the 2016 January and February L-2 reports. A brief Enforcement hearing was scheduled for August 25, 2016, to determine if the WRA violated RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the L-2 report for March of 2016.
Prior to the hearing being held, the WRA completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty.
Michael Transue is a registered lobbyist that has been filing Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) with the PDC. Mr. Transue failed to timely file the L-2 report for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to timely file or file the 2016 January and February L-2 reports.
Mr. Transue completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty in lieu of PDC staff conducting a brief enforcement hearing.
Melanie Stewart is a registered lobbyist that has been filing Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) with the PDC. Melanie Stewart and Associates failed to timely file the L-2 report for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to timely file the 2016 February L-2 report.
Ms. Stewart completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty in lieu of PDC staff conducting a brief enforcement hearing.
Patricia Case is a first-time lobbyist in 2016. Ms. Case failed to timely file the Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to file the 2016 January and February L-2 reports.
Ms. Case completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty in lieu of PDC staff conducting a brief enforcement hearing.
Neal Beaver is a registered lobbyist that has been filing Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) with the PDC. Mr. Beaver failed to timely file the L-2 report for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to file the 2016 January L-2 report.
Mr. Beaver completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty in lieu of PDC staff conducting a brief enforcement hearing.
RESPONSE:
Hello,
I received notice that KJ Hinton filed a complaint regarding the PAC funds reporting on March 14th.
Apparently our treasurer , Mark Deason, filed the C4 report 4 days late.
Our apologies for the 4 day late tardiness but I will say it was filed by the time we received
any notice of complaint issued.
At the time he (our treasurer) was dealing with the on going issues of his father's dying and timing was crazy for him.
There was simply put a lot on his plate physically and emotionally to deal with.
Since he only has one (had) father I do not anticipate this to recur.
Things have not quite settled down from his passing but I am sure that we will see them
return to running smoothly again.
I hope this puts this issue to rest with no further ado. Feel free to contact me at cell (503) 984-5659
or my email address of hazel_x2@comcast.net should we need any further actions.
Carolyn Crain
Chair, Republicans of Clark County PAC
The complaint alleges that Mark Lindquist, Pierce County Prosecutor, has not accurately reported in-kind contributions, or has received over limit contributions.
Please see the attached complaint for more information.
On September 7, 2016, a 45-Day Citizen Action Letter (Complaint) was filed with the Washington State Attorney General's Office (AG’s Office) by Dmitri Iglitzin and Laura Ewan, against Jared Karstetter, former legal counsel for the King County Corrections Guild, alleging violations of the following PDC statutes:
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 80000.00 0.00 0.00 80000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Evergreen Freedom Foundation d/b/a Freedom Foundation"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-04-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-05-30"", ""amount"" : 80000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $80,000 inclusive of attoneys' fees and costs. (Paid to the State). Due within 30 days from the date of the entry of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-07-16"", ""amount"" : 80000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 02:53:47 PM 6807 1623 9205 09/09/2016 10/22/2016 06/19/2017 Glen Morgan Sam Hunt Hunt, Sam (1) - alleged violation(s) of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved by Attorney General - Violation Candidate - Legislative "A total of ten complaints were filed against Manka Dhingra, a candidate for State Senator in the 45th Legislative District in 2017, with the first two complaints having already been resolved. The remaining eight complaints contained numerous allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A. for hundreds of campaign contribution and expenditure activities as disclosed on Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Friends of Manka Dhingra Campaign (Campaign).
The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking enforcement action in this matter. Staff noted that in accordance with WAC 390-37-060(1)(b),a Formal Written Warning letter was sent to FPIWA and the Family Policy Institute of Washington that their failure to include the party preference on any political advertisements, independent expenditures, or electioneering communications, or the failure to timely file Independent Expenditure/Electioneering Communications reports or political committee reports undertaken during future elections, could result in enforcement action before the Commission.
On May 18, 2017, Richard Muri submitted a completed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to include his party preference on a campaign mailer sponsored by his 2016 re-election campaign, and he paid a $150 penalty in lieu of having a Brief Enforcement hearing held.
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
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For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 107000.00 17000.00 0.00 90000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Port of Tacoma"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-09-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-10-30"", ""amount"" : 107000.00, ""description"" : ""PRINCIPAL JUDGMENT: $34,000.00 COSTS & FEES: $73,000.00"", ""suspended_amount"" : 17000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$17,000.00 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-11-05"", ""amount"" : 5000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-11-05"", ""amount"" : 25000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-11-05"", ""amount"" : 60000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/12/2021 07:58:04 AM 6827 1599 10006 03/02/2017 11/28/2016 09/21/2017 Glen Morgan Jay Manning People for Thurston County (5) - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Resolved by Citizen Under RCW 42.17A.765 - Violation Political Committee - Single Election "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Gerald Cummings, an incumbent School Director for the Southside School District, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Cummings violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Orran Dodson, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for Whatcom County Fire District No. 1, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Dodson violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Sandra Shirley, an incumbent School Director for the Orting School District, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Shirley violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
Ms. Shirley is seeking a reconsideration by the Commission of the final Order entered in a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) held on January 20, 2017 in PDC Case 10082. Her reconsideration request is scheduled for the August 24, 2017 Commission meeting.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on November 30, 2017. The complaint alleged that Christine Rolfes, a 2016 candidate for Washington State Senator may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.235 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to properly disclose expenditure detail on C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Effective June 7, 2018, the standard for reporting debts and obligations in RCW 42.17A.240(8) has changed. Now, the debt reporting threshold is raised to $750 for any invoices submitted, goods received, or services received. Once a qualifying debt is outstanding for 5 business days in the period 30 days before the election, or 10 business days during any other period, and is past due as of the last day of the reporting period, it must be reported as an outstanding debt or obligation.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contribution and expenditure activity does not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Christine Rolfes about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 469707.48 0.00 0.00 0.00 469707.48 true "[{""who"" : ""SC 14-2-02381-0 Food Democracy Action! (FDA) and Food Democracy Action! Yes on I-522 Committee to Label GMOs in Washington - Court of Appeals Division II"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2017-02-06"", ""amount"" : 57379.38, ""description"" : ""Judgment amount does not reflect the 12% annual interest accrued starting 30 days from the date of the judgment. Judgment amount shown does not include interest to date"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}, {""who"" : ""SC 14-2-02381-0 Food Democracy Action! (FDA) and Food Democracy Action! Yes on I-522 Committee to Label GMOs in Washington"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : null, ""due_date"" : ""2017-02-06"", ""amount"" : 412328.10, ""description"" : ""Judgment amount does not reflect the 12% annual interest accrued starting 30 days from the date of the judgment. Judgment amount shown does not include interest to date"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:13:42 PM 6855 1507 12687 12/12/2016 01/26/2017 06/19/2017 Glen Morgan Morris Jeff Morris, Jeff - Alleged Violations of RCW 42.17A concerning contribution and expenditure activities during the 2016 election. RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.30.070/42.17A.335, RCW 29B.40.080/42.17A.425, RCW 29B.40.130/42.17A.445 Resolved by Attorney General - Violation Candidate - Legislative "The complaint alleges that Jeff Morris, an incumbent State Representative from the 40th Legislative District and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A on multiple occasions. Please see the attached complaint for more details.
For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 100000.00 0.00 0.00 100000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Twitter, Inc."", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2020-10-12"", ""due_date"" : ""2020-11-11"", ""amount"" : 100000.00, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $100,000.00 inclusive of attorneys' fees and costs. (Paid to the State) Due within 30 days of the entry of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-10-21"", ""amount"" : 100000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 08/31/2023 10:40:59 AM 6857 1515 11701 01/05/2017 01/05/2017 06/19/2017 Arthur West Port of Tacoma (John Wolfe, Don Johnson, Connie Bacon, John Marzano, Don Meyer, and Clare Petrich) Port of Tacoma (1) - Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555, using public facilities to oppose a ballot proposition; RCW 42.17A.255, unreported independent expenditures; and RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240, unreported PAC activities (December 2016) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.45.010/42.17A.555, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255 Dismissed by Commission Public Agency - Local "
The complaint also alleged that Port officials , the Economic Development Board of Tacoma-Pierce County, and the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber violated RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report these media communications and public relations ""Campaign"" expenditures as Independent Expenditures on PDC form C-6, and RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and report these expenditures as a political committee.
A complaint was filed against the 2017 Voters Want More Choices (Committee), a continuing committee that supports statewide ballot propositions, alleging violations of: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Committee Registration (C-1 report) registering the Committee for the 2017 election; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee; and (3) RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by the Committee, including email Committee kickoff notifications.
The Committee’s initial C-3 and C-4 reports were required to have been filed on January 10, 2017, since the 2016 final cash on hand balance in funds were carried forward into the 2017 Committee’s totals on December 31, 2016. However, PDC staff does not believe that merely carrying forward committee funds from a prior year, absent any additional expenditures, debts or obligations being incurred, constitutes late filings that are actual violations.
The Committee was required to have filed its C-1pc report on January 25, 2017, based on the $100 expenditure made to Runtime, on January 11, 2017, and the C-1pc report was filed 14 days late. Finally, the email political advertisement kicking off the Campaign for I-1550 was identified as being from Tim Eyman and Voters Want More Choices, although it failed to include the words “Paid for” or “Sponsored by” in the communication as part of the required sponsor identification.
PDC staff is reminding Voters Want More Choices PAC about the importance of timely registering as a political committee and filing the C-3 and C-4 required reports in the future disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee, including the carry forward balance from the previous year and listing the complete sponsor identification on all future political advertisements as required by PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, interpretations, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the City of Kent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation or pursuing enforcement action in this matter, but staff is recommending that Representative Fitzgibbon reimburse the surplus funds account for the personal use and campaign use of the computer purchased using surplus funds, and reminding (warning) him that all future expenditures from his surplus funds account should only be for permissible activities.
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RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures (C-4 reports).
RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to provide the required contributor information including an address, City, State and Zip Code on C-3 reports, and the required vendor information including an address, City, State and Zip Code on C-4 reports.
RCW 42.17.245 by failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports electronically using the Online Reporting of Campaign Activity disclosing contribution and expenditure
activities.
WAC 390-16-034 by failing to provide the occupation, and the name and address of the person's employer for each individual person who has contributed more than $100 to the committee in the aggregate.
An enforcement hearing before the Full Commission has been scheduled for May 25, 2017. At the hearing, the Commission accepted the signed Stipulation which assessed a $650 penalty, of which $450 is suspended on the conditions that the Committee pays the $200 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of receiving this Order, and commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a political committee; the applicable C-3 and C-4 reports; and the response to the allegations by the Committee treasurer, on behalf of the Spokane Citizens for Political Education.
Staff determined that the February 2015 C-4 was filed two years late. However, staff found no evidence that the $12,400 expenditure depicted on the February 2015 C-4 for professional polling services paid to EMC research on February 5. 2015 constituted an in-kind contribution to any candidate identified in the poll.
Based on the above review, staff issued a warning letter to the Committee with the expectation that the Committee will fully adhere to the statutory requirements regarding filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports in future years.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the 17th Legislative District Democrats; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely amend the committee registration to include a committee officer and failure to timely and accurately disclose a small number of contributions on a last minute contribution report, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the 17th Legislative District Democrats about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contributions and expenditure activities, the timely deposit of monetary contributions within five (5) business days of receipt, and the timely filing of the C-1pc disclosing material changes in future calendar years in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found the Committee had $17,380 as a cash-on-hand balance as of March 31, 2017, after receiving the $10,500 contribution from IAFF Local 46, and other monetary contributions received in March of 2017, that included $6,880 in other monetary contributions received by the Committee. PDC practice for treating contributions received by a committee is that the first contributions received are the first contributions spent (absent evidence to the contrary), so the $10,000 contribution the Committee made to Mr. Sullivan, only $3,220 of the $10,500 contribution received from the IAFF Local 46 was used to make the contribution to the Brian Sullivan Campaign, or 30.7 percent of the IAFF Local 46 contribution.
Staff's review found no evidence that the $10,500 contribution received by the Committee from IAFF Local 46 was earmarked, designated or otherwise directed through the Committee to be contributed to the Brian Sullivan Campaign. Both Mr. Harris and Mr. Gagnon submitted declarations affirming that the contribution received by the Committee from IAFF Local 46 was “not earmarked …or otherwise directed or encumbered to be spent” for Brian Sullivan or any specific candidate.
However, the Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.405 for exceeding the $5,500 contribution limits for for a Non-Exempt funds account of a bona fide political party committee for calendar year 2017. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the issue of exceeding the Non-exempt contributions limits by the Committee.
Based on the Committee having no prior violations, completing the SOU, and refunded $5,000 of the $10,500 contribution received from the IAFF Local 46, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $1000, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order. It is further ordered that the Respondent:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on May 2, 2017. The complaint alleged that Teresa Purcell, a 2016 candidate for State Representative, for Legislative District 19 may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and in-kind contributions; and RCW 42.17A.445 for personal use of campaign contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Teresa Purcell; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and the Stipulation and Agreed Judgment entered between the Attorney General’s Office for the State of Washington and Teresa Purcell, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Superior Court had primary jurisdiction over the substance of the complaint, and the PDC will defer to its judgment in bringing this matter to resolution.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Campaign Treasurer, Philip Lloyd on behalf of the candidate, the Campaign and the Surplus Funds Account; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed the Candidate and Surplus Funds Account Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), and Statements of Financial Affairs reports (F-1 reports), filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Respondent received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose debts, properly report sub-vendor information, including underlying vendors when reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenditures were made, and failure to include complete expenditure descriptions when required. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that the Respondent timely disclose debts, properly report sub-vendor information, including underlying vendors when reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenditures were made, and that the Respondent include complete expenditure descriptions when required on all future required reports of contributions and expenditures for campaign and surplus accounts. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Staff noted that some allegations were beyond the five-year statute of limitations in accordance with RCW 42.17A.770.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 15000.00 3000.00 0.00 12000.00 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Evergreen Freedom Foundation d/b/a Freedom Foundation"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2021-03-30"", ""due_date"" : ""2021-04-29"", ""amount"" : 15000.00, ""description"" : ""PRINCIPAL JUDGMENT: $6,000.00. COSTS & FEES: $9,000.00 for the State's attorneys' fees and costs incurred in this case and during its investigation."", ""suspended_amount"" : 3000.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$3,000.00 suspended for a period of (4) four years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2021-04-20"", ""amount"" : 12000.00, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/20/2021 03:24:46 PM 6901 1412 18346 05/15/2017 05/15/2017 01/22/2018 Glen Morgan Cheryl Grant City of Chelan - Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.570 for failure to timely file the public funds statement (May 2017) RCW 29B.45.040/42.17A.570 Case Closed with Reminder Public Agency - Local "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on March 28, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Snohomish County Young Democrats may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the exhibit submitted with the complaint, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Snohomish County Young Democrats (Committee), and the July 31, 2018 response letter received from the committee.
The C-4 reports disclosed the Committee received $1,197 in total contributions received and expenditures totaling $323. The December 2017 C-4 report filed by the Committee was marked as the “Final” report. While the Snohomish County Young Democrats failed to timely file a few C-3 and C-4 report for the portion of calendar year 2017 they were under the Full Reporting Option, the Committee had very minimal contribution and expenditure activities to disclose. But for the $655 monetary contribution received from the Snohomish County Democrat’s on September 12, 2017, the Committee would have remained under the Mini Reporting Option.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Snohomish County Young Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities under the Full Reporting Option in 2017. The formal written warning conveys our expectation that the Snohomish County Young Democrats will fully comply with the reporting requirements to timely file contribution and expenditure reports in the future, if the committee remains active and is registered under the Full Reporting Option. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any PDC law or rule violations by the Snohomish County Young Democrats in the future.
Based on these findings, the PDC has dismissed your complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Roger Flygare; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While the 2015 Fire Commissioner and 2017 Federal Way City Council campaigns had issues related to the timely, accurate, and detailed reporting of contributions and expenditures, and failed to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, the campaigns made good faith efforts to comply with the requirements of Chapter 42.17A RCW and Title 390 WAC, and have maintained communication and cooperation with PDC staff to attain and sustain compliance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, report unpaid officerships in associations, and failure to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Roger Flygare will receive a formal written warning concerning timely and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, board memberships and officerships on qualifying organizations, and the complete and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification on all political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Roger Flygare will provide greater oversight of required campaign disclosures, and institute contingencies to comply with the law in the case of a lapse in treasurer services. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed these matters in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the Respondent's registrations, C-3 & C-4 reports and found the following: The Respondent 1) was registered as a political committee; 2) failed to file the required C-4 reports between 2012-2018; 3) only filed a total of eight C-3 reports for 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015, including amendments; and 4) did not file any C-3 reports for 2016-2018.
In February of 2019, the Respondent informed PDC staff that it currently qualifies for the Mini Reporting Option, and retroactively qualified for the Mini Reporting Option for years 2016-2018, despite having selected the Full Report Option on its committee registrations (C-1PC reports). Committees that receive less than $5,000 in contributions, receive and make less than $5,000 in expenditures in a calendar year, and receive no more than $500 in aggregate contributions from a single contributor qualify for the Mini Reporting Option and are subsequently not required to file C-3 & C-4 reports disclosing contribution & expenditure activities.
On February 14, 2019, the Respondent filed a new C-1PC committee registration for 2019, selecting the Mini Reporting Option, and three amended registrations for 2016-2018, retroactively claiming the Mini Reporting Option. The Respondent also disclosed to the PDC its 2017 contribution & expenditure activities, including $2,000 in contributions to the Nehring campaign.
The Respondent does not have any prior violations or complaints filed with the PDC and is a relatively small, unsophisticated committee with modest expenditures totaling less than $5,000 a year, which would have qualified it for the Mini Reporting Option. Based on these facts, PDC staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to file C-3 & C-4 reports disclosing contribution & expenditure activities under the Full Reporting Option does not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC formally warned the Respondent of the importance of timely and accurately filing C-3 & C-4 reports disclosing contributions & expenditures as required by PDC laws and rules for a committee under the Full Reporting Option. This formal warning conveys staff's expectation that the Respondent will fully comply with the C-3 & C-4 reporting requirements in the future, should it select the Full Reporting Option on its C-1PC committee registration or exceed the limitations of the Mini Reporting Option. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any future PDC law or rule violations by the Respondent. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Tina Podlodowski; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed the Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the 2016 Voters for Tina Campaign (Campaign) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff did note there were expenditures made by the Campaign, either as reimbursements to individuals or volunteers, or payments made to a consultant or vendor for which it appears a more detailed description and possibly a sub-vendor breakdown likely should have been provided. The response provided by the Campaign identified several items where run dates and number of items printed should have been included.
At the request of staff, the Campaign amended their reports to provide additional detailed disclosures and bring the 2016 Campaign into compliance, which included filing amended C-4 reports disclosing the run dates and the number of items printed for political advertising expenditures. Staff would classify these issues as reporting discrepancies which are minor or technical in nature and does not believe the violations rise to the level of any enforcement action.
As noted in the letter to the Complainant, several the allegations listed in the complaint concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. Staff’s review of the initial and amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign confirmed a good faith effort was made to comply with the PDC reporting requirements for the 2016 election. Staff found that the Campaign: (1) filed 6 amended C-3 reports and 18 amended C-4 reports, demonstrating a good faith effort to provide additional and/or updated disclosure information as the Campaign became aware of it; (2) were in frequent contact with PDC staff throughout the 2016 election in order to comply with the reporting requirements; and (3) timely filed the overwhelming majority of the initially filed C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing $923,668 in total contributions received and total expenditures made.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, staff has reminded the Campaign to provide a more detailed breakdown for expenditures made to reimburse individuals or payments made to consultants or vendors, including the sub-vendor and TV station breakdown, in the future. In addition, Tina Podlodowski will be made aware of the changes to the disclosure of debt and other reporting requirements as part of the passage of ESHB 2938 (2018).
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that Michael Waite, a candidate for Washington State Treasurer in 2016, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to disclose debts and obligation incurred by his campaign on Summary Full Report of Contributions and Expenditures (C-4 report); and (2) RCW 42.17A.430(8) by using campaign funds to make expenditures to attend 2016 political party organization and candidate events to campaign for statewide office, and a portion of the expenditure resulted in contributions being received by the party organizations or candidates.
Mr. Waite was a first-time candidate for public office in 2016 who ran for a statewide partisan office, and he was clearly campaigning at each of the political party organization and candidate events that he attended, soliciting endorsements from the sponsoring organizations and candidates, and support, contributions and votes from those in attendance. He and his Campaign made a good faith effort to contact the political party organizations and candidates concerning this matter in an attempt to ascertain the costs of hosting those events. He contributed $32,068 in personal funds and candidate loans to his 2016 Campaign for State Treasurer, and took corrective action by reimbursing his Campaign $534 for the portion of funds received by the political party organizations and by the candidates as contributions that were in excess of the costs to host each event.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and reminded Mr. Waite about the importance of complying with the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, should he declare his candidacy for a future election.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Roger Lenk on June 2, 2017. The complaint alleged that Pasco Citizens for Better Schools (Respondent), a political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to disclose the ballot number for ballot propositions supported in the February Special Elections of 2016 and 2017 on their Political Committee Registrations (C-1pc reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to report the number of ballot propositions supported by the committee in 2016 and 2017, do not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Pasco Citizens for Better Schools about the importance of the timely, complete, and accurate disclosure of all required details at the point of registration as a political committee, including the numbers of ballot propositions or names of candidates supported or opposed. PDC staff expects the Pasco Citizens for Better Schools to disclose the number of ballot propositions supported or opposed by the committee in future years.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Central Kitsap Citizens for Quality Education will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that CKCQE files timely C-3 and C-4 reports, including submitting prompt amendments when necessary, and that the committee follow the reporting schedule for the February 12, 2019 special election in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 disclosing un-itemized or small contributions and C-4 reports including activity primarily concerning a future election, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that Xerox Corporate PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A.250 by failing to file an Out-of-State Committee Report (C-5 report) as required in accordance with RCW 42.17A.250, disclosing a $1,000 monetary contribution made to the 2016 Jay Inslee for Governor Campaign (Campaign).
On July 5, 2016, the Campaign timely filed a Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) with the PDC disclosing the receipt of a $1,000 monetary contribution from Xerox Corporation PAC (Committee) on June 22, 2016.
While Xerox Corporation PAC was required to disclose the $1,000 contribution made to the Campaign in 2016 on a C-5 report, based on this information, the PDC has determined that the facts do warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) PDC staff formally warned Xerox Corporation PAC concerning the importance of timely filing C-5 reports as required for a political committee registered with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) or in another state, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation that Xerox Corporation PAC will timely C-5 reports in the future disclosing all contributions made to Washington State candidates and political committees registered with the PDC. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that the Int'l Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers PAC violated RCW 42.17A.250 by failing to file a C-5 report for a contribution made by an an out-of-state committee to a Washington Statewide Candidate in 2016.
PDC staff's review determined that the Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers PAC timely filed the C-5 report as required for an out-of-state political committee. Based on that information, the PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that Joel Kretz, incumbent State Representative in Legislative District 7, Position 2, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to accurately, completely and truthfully file F-1 reports; (2) RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose creditor information related to past-due taxes owed to the Okanogan County Assessor’s Office; and (3) RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose revenue of the business Promised Land Ranch of which he is 100% owner.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Joel Kretz; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the initially submitted F-1 reports were incomplete, Representative Kretz submitted amendments prior to the 2018 primary election ballots were mailed.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately file F-1 reports and failure to disclose creditor information related to past-due taxes owed to the Okanogan County Assessor’s Office, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Representative Joel Kretz about the importance of filing accurate Personal Financial Affairs Statements (PDC form F-1) in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on June 25, 2017. The complaint alleged that Hilary Franz, a 2016 candidate for the office of Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands, may have violated Chapter 42.17A RCW as detailed below.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Dmitri Iglitzin, an attorney with Barnard, Iglitzin, Lavitt, LLP, on behalf of the Hilary Franz Campaign; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed the Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the 2016 Friends of Hilary Franz (Campaign) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
As noted in the letters dismissing this case, several the allegations listed in the complaint concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. Staff’s review of the initial and amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign confirmed the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the statutes, rules and reporting requirements for the 2016 election. The Campaign filed 11 amended C-3 reports and 15 amended C-4 reports during the 2016 election cycle, demonstrating a good faith effort to provide additional and/or updated disclosure information as the Campaign became aware of it.
Staff found there were expenditures made by the Campaign, either as reimbursements to individuals or volunteers, or payments made to a consultant or vendor for which it appears a more detailed description and/or a sub-vendor breakdown likely should have been disclosed. Staff also identified expenditures made by the Campaign where the run dates for political advertisements and the number of brochures or letters printed should have been disclosed.
At the request of PDC staff, the Campaign amended their reports to provide additional detailed disclosures and bring the 2016 Campaign into compliance, which included filing amended C-4 reports disclosing the run dates and the number of items printed for political advertising expenditures. Staff would classify these issues as reporting discrepancies which are minor or technical in nature, and do not believe the violations rise to the level of any enforcement action.
Staff would note that the Campaign took corrective action once they were notified and became aware of this issue. The two expenditures are minor in proportion to the overall contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Campaign and the two political party committees during the 2016 election and did not materially impact the public interest.
The issues in this matter are mitigated by the fact that the Campaign: (1) was in frequent contact with PDC staff throughout the 2016 election in order to comply with the reporting requirements; (2) timely filed the overwhelming majority of the initially filed C-3 and C-4 reports, including the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary and General Election C-4 reports; and (3) disclosed receiving more than $530,000 in contributions received and expenditures made for a statewide elected office.
PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, staff has reminded the Campaign to provide a more detailed breakdown for expenditures made to reimburse individuals or payments made to consultants or vendors, including the number of items printed for political advertising, and to pay only the actual cost of goods or services for any events sponsored by other candidates or political committees in the future. In addition, please be aware of the changes to the disclosure of debt and other reporting requirements as part of the passage of ESHB 2938 (2018).
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on November 30, 2017. The complaint alleged that Kevin Van de Wege, a 2016 candidate for State Senator for Legislative District 24, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations; RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and
WAC 390-16-205 for failure to provide complete and detailed descriptions of expenditures, including sub-vendors; and RCW 42.17A.445 for unauthorized use of campaign funds for personal purposes.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the 2016 Committee to Elect Kevin Van de Wege (Campaign); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Campaign; and queried the Campaign’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide sufficiently detailed descriptions of expenditures undertaken by the Campaign, and misusing campaign funds to purchase a newspaper subscription, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Kevin Van de Wege about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of expenditure details, including sub-vendors, and the prohibition on the use of campaign funds for personal use. In the future, staff expects timely, complete, and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activity, and the use of campaign funds for only campaign-related purposes, in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that Marla Rico, a 2017 candidate for Pasco City Council, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .700, .235, and .240 for failure to accurately and timely file a Candidate Registration (C-1) report, Personal Financial Affairs (F-1) Statement, Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
If elected, Rico would most likely not have been seated on the Pasco City Council because she no longer resided in Pasco.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Marla Rico will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely file required PDC reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Marla Rico timely file all future required reports should she be a future candidate for elective office. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against Carla Shannon, a Lewis County Deputy Clerk and a candidate for Lewis County Clerk in 2017, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.555 by using Lewis County facilities to support her candidacy for County Clerk by having an 'Elect Carla Shannon Lewis County Clerk [R]"" Campaign sign appear on a Centralia Police Department (CPD) vehicle during the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run in Lewis County.
James Shannon, Ms. Shannon’s spouse was a Sergeant for the CPD at the time the complaint was filed and through part of the 2017 election cycle. The complaint included a reference that “Sergeant Shannon had placed the election signs on a City vehicle in violation of both City of Centralia and CPD policies, and that it is also in violation of RCW 42.17A.555 which is why I am advising of this complaint.”
Ms. Shannon stated that the CPD vehicle in question was “an unmarked transport van which was used to ferry runners around the course.”
PDC staff dismissed the matter, but reminded Ms. Hannon concerning the prohibitions against using public facilities to support her candidacy, should she become a candidate for public office in the future. Staff also reminded Mr. Shannon about the prohibitions against using the facilities of a public agency to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition, should he become a public employee again in the future.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the majority of the late reported activity, including debts or other obligations, undertaken by the Committee was for expenses connected to party building, a “get out the vote” effort and party fundraising activities. The Committee is staffed primarily by volunteers and the reporting deficiencies found do not appear intentional or otherwise meant to avoid disclosure.
Staff found that, although timely disclosed by the recipient, the C-4 report disclosing the $37,000 campaign contribution to the 2016 Friends of Steve O’Ban campaign should have been disclosed by October 18, 2016 on a C-4 covering September 1, 2016 to October 17, 2016 but was submitted 89 days late. In addition, a second C-4 covering October 18, 2016 to October 31, 2016 was due by November 1, 2016 and was submitted 75 days late.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-4 reports for calendar years 2015, 2016 and 2017, that disclosed activities not related to the primary or general elections and failure to timely disclose one campaign contribution using the reporting schedule described in RCW 42.17A.235, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the Pierce County Republican Party about the importance of the timely disclosure of all expenditure activities, including debts or other obligations, and the requirement to submit C-4 reports prior to and after each primary or general election in which they participate, for all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of facilities by Max Vogt to support the campaign for Centralia City Council does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Max Vogt about the importance of compliance with the requirements regarding the use of public facilities to assist a political campaign and staff expects Vogt to review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to file C-1 candidate registration and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to file F-1 statement of personal financial affairs as a candidate (Group Enforcement 2017)
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Jason Antonelli on July 21 and July 31, 2017. The complaints alleged that the Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties (the Association), a continuing political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.255, .260, and .305 for failure to timely file Independent Spending & Electioneering Communications reports (C-6 reports), disclosing independent expenditures and electioneering communications presented to the public within 60 days of the 2017 primary election.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Association; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file one C-4 report and two C-6 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, especially independent expenditures/electioneering communications undertaken within 60 days of an election. PDC staff expects timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Penalty waived on the condition that Christopher Coleman declines the position for School Director of Mossyrock District 206.
As of January 3rd, 2018, Christopher Coleman did not accept the position as verified when PDC staff contacted the Lewis County Elections Office.
The complaint alleged John Hopkins may have violated RCW 42.17A.710 by failing to accurately disclose financial interests on a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) and F-1 Supplement Page filed in 2017, covering 2016 activity.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to list 109 W Pioneer and both legal addresses for Main Street Investments does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding John Hopkins about the importance of reviewing PDC guidance regarding information to list on the F-1 and F-1 Supplement.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged John Lovick, a candidate for Snohomish County Executive in 2015, and a candidate for State Representative from the 44th Legislative District in 2016, may have violated (1) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to list committee officers, (2) RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports, (3) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to report in-kind contributions and expenditures and (4) RCW 42.17A.425 for prohibited expenditures by non-committee officers.
PDC staff has combined the two complaints filed against John Lovick. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints, the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a candidate, the applicable PDC reports filed by the Committee and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and the responses provided by Jason Bennett of Argo Strategies, treasurer for the Committee to Re-elect John Lovick (Committee).
John Lovick completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $900 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging six violations of RCW 42.17A.
The violations were failing to: (1) timely deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt; (2) timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports reports during calendar years 2015 and 2016; (3) maintain campaign records and the required books of account to verify the information disclosed on C-3 and C-4 reports.
The $900 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaints concerning the late filed reports and other matters.
Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC has dismissed these two matters, PDC Cases 24643 and 25520, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Andrew Saturn on July 12, 2017. The complaint alleged that Sheley Secrest, a 2017 candidate for Seattle City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose the value of a mailing list in expenditure details for B&B Consulting.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Sheley Secrest; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to break out and itemize the value of a mailing list created by the campaign’s consultant does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Sheley Secrest about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of all expenditure details, including the intrinsic value of networking data provided by consultants. In the future, PDC staff expects that Sheley Secrest will provide detailed break downs of expenditures in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Anthony Wallace on July 13, 2017. The complaint alleged that Carolyn Cox, a 2017 candidate for Lacey City Council, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on the candidate’s website.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Carolyn Cox to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures and use of her city-issued phone to communicate regarding doorbelling does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Largo Wales will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Largo Wales timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations and include PDC staff’s expectation Wales review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including the applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirements and found that Mr. Sullivan did not violate the law. Mr. Sullivan contacted Representative Dunshee through official channels in his capacity as County Councilmember to request appropriations for Dawson Place, a 501(c)(3) non-profit program located in his district.
Based on this finding staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Allegation One: RCW 42.17A.445 for the personal use of campaign funds when Rep. Johnson made a $3,000 contribution to the House Republican Organizational Committee (HROC) using campaign funds, and when he made a $1,038.55 contribution to the West Valley Fair, described as “Donation to Fair,” using campaign funds.
Allegation Two: RCW 42.17A.430 for disposing of surplus funds in a manner not allowed under RCW 42.17A.430, by making a $3,000 contribution to HROC, and an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-236 for failing to report the $3,000 Surplus Funds expenditure to HROC.
Allegation Three: RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to accurately and timely report debts and obligations in the form of “orders placed” totaling $36,655.77 with Smith Phillips Dipietro Advertising for advertising and related expenses.
Allegation Four: Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to accurately and timely report two Summary, Full Report Receipts and Expenditures (PDC Form C-4) reports during Rep. Johnson’s 2016 campaign.
Based on staff’s findings, staff determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file Surplus Funds account C-4 reports, and the failure to timely file two campaign C-4 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
On July 8, 2019, Rep. Johnson submitted a signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely report orders placed totaling $36,655.77.
On July 8, 2019, Rep. Johnson paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule) for the violation. The $150 penalty resolves this allegation.
Based on this information, the PDC found that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Eastern Washington Voters will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation Eastern Washington Voters timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations and list on the committee registration all those who authorize expenditures.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Kelsey Hulse, a first-time candidate for Thurston County Commissioner in 2016, may have failed to accurately and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
Staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence to support finding a material violation warranting a more formal investigation or pursue further enforcement action in these cases. The PDC has resolved this matter and will be closing these three case.
The complaint alleged:
Staff found:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Walter Smith on September 1, 2017. The complaint alleged that State Representative Mathew Manweller may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.445 by using active campaign funds to make a contribution to the House Republican Organizational Committee (HROC), making the expenditure a personal use of campaign funds; (2) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely register his 2016 campaign committee within two weeks of having an expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures; and (3) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely report contributions received and expenditures made on C-4 reports.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Rep. Manweller, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely file a candidate registration, and the late reported expenditures, do not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Gina Mosbrucker f/k/a Gina McCabe, completed an SOU, paid a $300 civil penalty, and acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports, resolving the allegations concerning the late filed reports. Based on the facts that the Campaign hired a new Treasurer and timely filed C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2018 election, and brought the surplus funds account reports into compliance, PDC staff has determined that the facts in this instance do not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation for the remaining allegations.
PDC staff reminded Gina Mosbrucker about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports, including for the surplus funds account, and to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 for her 2020 re-election campaign, and her surplus funds account in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's review and the facts that Kirk Pearson: (1) has no prior PDC violations dating back to 2000; (2) the Campaign timely filed the C-3 and C-4 reports for the period April 1 through December 31, 2016, including all of the pre-2016 election reports; and (3) Senator Pearson is no longer in office, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Campaign’s failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, disclosing contribution and expenditure information, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Kirk Pearson concerning the importance of timely and accurately filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his Campaign, should he again declare his candidacy and file with the PDC as a candidate seeking public office in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Norma Smith; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found:
Staff determined that in this instance, the alleged personal use of campaign funds does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Norma Smith about the importance of properly describing expenditures that are transfers of surplus funds to avoid confusion about the nature of the expenditure.
PDC found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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David Taylor completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file one C-3 report disclosing $3,850 in monetary contributions received 476 days late, and more than three months after the November 8, 2016 general election had been held. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your two complaints concerning the late filed report.
Staff's review also found the 2018 Campaign and the David Taylor Surplus Fund account were missing reports that were not identified in either complaint, however, the Campaign worked through several filing and other issues to bring their reports into compliance, and the Campaign has filed “Final” C-4 reports for both the 2018 Campaign and the David Taylor Surplus Funds account.
Based on staff’s findings and the facts that Representative Taylor had no prior PDC violations, the late filed 2018 Campaign reports were for contribution and expenditure activities undertaken after the 2018 Primary Election had been held, and he is no longer in office, staff has determined in this instance, the late filed reports does not warrant further investigation.
PDC staff has reminded David Taylor should he become a candidate again for public office in the future, that he timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his Campaign as required by PDC statues, rules, and reporting requirements.
The PDC has dismissed the two complaints, PDC Case 14176 and PDC Case 24644 in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff found the following:
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this case.
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the use of public facilities to assist a political campaign during a city council meeting does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Longview City Council about the importance of reviewing PDC guidance regarding the use of public facilities to assist a political campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff determined, in this instance, the use of Jefferson Healthcare Hospital facilities by Jill Buhler Rienstra, Chair, Jefferson Healthcare Commissioners, and Jefferson Healthcare Hospital staff members Dr. Kent Smith, Sue Gilliard, LouAnn Rogers and Jeinell Harper to support the 2017 Bruce McComas campaign for hospital commissioner does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jill Buhler Rienstra, and Jefferson Healthcare Hospital staff Dr. Kent Smith, Sue Gilliard, LouAnn Rogers and Jeinell Harper, will receive a formal written warning concerning the use of Jefferson Healthcare Hospital facilities to assist the 2017 Bruce McComas campaign for hospital commissioner.
The formal written warning will include PDC staff’s expectation Jill Buhler Rienstra, and Jefferson Healthcare Hospital staff members Dr. Kent Smith, Sue Gilliard, LouAnn Rogers and Jeinell Harper review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose expenditure details does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Jami Lund about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Superior Court now has primary jurisdiction over the substance of this complaint, and the PDC will defer to its judgment in bringing the issues to resolution.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.775 and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Mike Kreidler; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed the Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the 2016 Friends of Mike Kreidler Campaign (Campaign) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
As noted in the letter to the complainant, a number of the allegations listed in the complaint concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. Staff’s review of the initial and amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign confirmed a good faith effort was made to comply with the PDC reporting requirements for the 2016 election. Staff found that the Campaign filed 22 amended C-3 reports and 39 amended C-4 reports dating back to 2004, demonstrating a good faith effort to provide additional and/or updated disclosure information as the Campaign became aware of it.
Staff did note there were expenditures made by the Campaign, either as reimbursements to individuals or volunteers, or payments made to a consultant or vendor for which it appears a more detailed description and possibly a sub-vendor breakdown likely should have been provided. At the request of staff, the Campaign amended their reports to provide additional detailed disclosures and bring the 2016 Campaign into compliance, which included filing an amended C-4 report disclosing the station by station breakdown for the $48,000 expenditure made to Cerillion N4 Partners for a Cable TV Buy. Staff would classify these issues as reporting discrepancies which are minor or technical in nature, and does not believe the violations rise to the level of any enforcement action.
The issues above are mitigated by the fact that the Campaign was in frequent contact with PDC staff throughout the 2016 election in order to comply with the reporting requirements, and timely filed the overwhelming majority of the initially filed C-3 and C-4 reports. In addition, the Campaign disclosed receiving more than $130,000 in contributions received and spent more than $120,000 in expenditures.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, staff has reminded the Campaign to provide a more detailed breakdown for expenditures made to reimburse individuals or payments made to consultants or vendors, including the sub-vendor and TV station breakdown, in the future. In addition, please be aware of the changes to the disclosure of debt and other reporting requirements as part of the passage of ESHB 2938 (2018).
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on August 24, 2017. Your complaint alleged that Carolyn Merrival, a Pierce County Charter Commissioner may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Statements of Financial Affairs (F-1 reports) certifying financial activities for twelve calendar months before declaring candidacy in 2015, and for calendar years 2015 and 2016.
PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Carolyn Merrival; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file F-1 reports of financial activities does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Carolyn Merrival will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file F-1 reports certifying financial activities. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Carolyn Merrival files complete, timely, and accurate reports in the future as required by statute and rule. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by Nancy Backus.
Staff determined the alleged use of a city-owned vehicle, computer equipment and videotaping equipment to assist the campaign of Nancy Backus for Mayor of Auburn does not appear to be an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of four complaints filed by Glen Morgan against the Washington State Democratic Central Committee, that staff had identified as Complaints #1 (24686); #2 (24691); #3 (25594) & #4 (28806).
The complaints alleged that the Washington State Democratic Central Committee (WSDCC) may have violated: (1) 42.17A.205 for failure to timely and accurately update the Committee Registration (C-1 report); (2) RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to accurately and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); (3) RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to provide the addresses for contributors on C-3 reports, and properly reporting expenditures and debts on C-4 reports; (4) WAC 390-16-037, for failing to provide the Employer and Occupation for individuals contributing more than $100; and (5) RCW 42.17A.405 for spending exempt funds for non-permitted activities.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060, the Washington State Democratic Central Committee received a formal written warning for failing to file an amended Committee Registrations disclosing changes to its Committee Officers. The warning letter stated PDC staff expectation that the Washington State Democratic Central Committee will timely file Committee Registrations updating its Committee Officers, and campaign finance reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities for the remainder of the 2018 election and in future years in accordance with PDC statutes, and rules. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations in these four complaints in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report surplus funds expenditures and making unauthorized transfer of candidate committee funds to party organizations do not amount to violations that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Drew MacEwen about the importance of the timely disclosure of contribution and expenditure activity, and the prohibition on transfer of candidate funds to any other candidate or political committee. PDC staff expects that future transfers of funds will be made using personal or surplus funds, and timely reported in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely register as a candidate during his 2016 re-election campaign.
RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely report contributions and expenditures.
RCW 42.17A.445 by making personal contributions from campaign funds to a political party committee, rather than from surplus funds.
RCW 42.17A.430 and WAC 390-16-236 by failing to accurately and timely reports expenditures from a surplus funds account.
PDC staff found:
Bob McCaslin's 2016 campaign committee received its first contribution, totaling $700, on September 8, 2015, but did not file a Candidate Registration until October 27, 2015.
The campaign filed some C-3 reports late in 2015, but nearly one year before the 2016 election. During 2016, some C-3 reports were also filed late, with all but one report filed before the relevant election. In addition, two deposits totaling $1,950, were deposited 19 days late.
On August 31, 2016, following the primary election, Bob McCaslin made a $10,000 transfer of surplus funds to the House Republican Organizational Committee (HROC), but it was erroneously reported as a contribution. It was an allowed expenditure of surplus funds, and not a personal contribution made from campaign funds. The campaign was not required to establish a Surplus Funds Account to make the transfer to HROC.
PDC staff found that the late reporting and late deposits did not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Staff reminded Bob McCaslin about the importance of filing timely C-1, C-3, and C-4 reports, and of timely depositing contributions received, for all future contributions, in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Staff found that no further action is warranted and dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on September 5, 2017. The complaint alleged that Steve Bergquist, a 2016 candidate for State Representative for Legislative District 11, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Citizens for Steve Bergquist (Campaign); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Campaign; and queried the Campaign’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Steve Bergquist about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged Jennifer Gregerson may have violated of RCW 42.17A.550 and .555 by using public funds to support a campaign-related event and using public facilities to host a campaign-related event.
Jennifer Gregerson stated “I believe that Mr. Matthews has confused two events. One was a city sponsored lunch in April at City Hall, and the other was a candidate event that I participated in at the Rosehill Community Center, that had nothing to do with any city funding.""
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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Based on the facts that Mr. Olson took corrective action and removed the photographs from his Campaign Facebook page when notified by the school district of the concerns listed in the complaint, and has no prior PDC violations, PDC staff has determined in this instance, the facts do not warrant further investigation.
However, PDC staff reminded David Olson concerning the prohibitions of using Peninsula School District facilities and resources to assist any candidate for public office, including his candidacy, or to support or oppose any ballot proposition in accordance with PDC laws, rules and PDC Interpretation #01-03.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on September 9, 2017. The complaint alleged that Robert (Bob) Hasegawa, a 2016 and 2020 candidate for State Senator for Legislative District 11, and a 2017 candidate for Mayor of the City of Seattle, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions within five business days of receipt; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaigns; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to completely and accurately disclose debts and obligations; and RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to completely and accurately provide detailed break downs of sub-vendors utilized for expenditures undertaken by the Campaigns.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Bob Hasegawa (Respondent); the applicable PDC reports filed by the Campaigns; and queried the Campaigns’ data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely deposit contributions and to timely, accurately, and completely report contribution and expenditure activity, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bob Hasegawa about the importance of the timely, accurate, and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including sub-vendors utilized for expenditures, and the timely, accurate, and complete filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the respondent. However, these deficiencies were mitigated by the fact that the respondent did not have any prior violations.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the respondent regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that there were expenditures made by the respondent's campaign either to a vendor or consultant for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. However, this shortcoming was mitigated by the fact that the respondent had no prior violations.
Staff reminded the respondent about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by her campaign, including for debt and the importance of properly reporting the purpose of expenditures, as required by RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged use of public facilities by Bruce McComas to assist his campaign for hospital commissioner does not appear to be a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that the Arcora Foundation may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to register as a political committee; (2) RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report independent expenditures in support of a 2017 fluoridation ballot proposition in Port Angeles; and (3) RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to list sponsor identification on political advertising in support of a fluoridation ballot proposition in Port Angeles.
PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by Diane Lowry Oakes, President and CEO of Arcora.
Staff determined that, in this instance, the activities of the Acora Foundation do not appear to be an actual violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, the activities of officials of Clallam County Health and Human Services do not appear to be an actual violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter. However, based on the mitigating factors listed in this matter, PDC staff is reminding the Snohomish County Democratic Party about the importance of timely and accurately filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities, especially the requirement to file weekly C-3 reports beginning June 1 when the committee is participating in an election in the future.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately report contributors does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Sarah Kneller about the importance of accurately disclosing contributor information, whether from individuals or from groups. PDC staff expects that Sarah Keller will timely, completely, and accurately report contributor information in the futurein accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Mr. Short stated that MTM was a one-time joint fundraising committee established for the 2016 election and involved eight incumbent State Representatives who were all candidates seeking re-election from Legislative Districts 4, 7, 9 and 13. The eight legislative candidates included State Representatives Thomas Dent, Mary Dye, Joel Kretz, Mathew Manweller, Robert McCaslin, Joseph Schmick, Matt Shea and Shelly Short all eight candidates participated in the joint fundraiser event.
Mr. Short stated an accountant opened a bank account as required by the PDC, made “an estimated guess” concerning the total costs of the conducting the joint fundraiser, and requested each of the eight candidates benefitting from the event to share the costs. He estimated the event costs would total $4,000 so each candidate wrote a check for $500, which was deposited $4,000 into the MTM bank account.
Mr. Short stated the joint fundraising event raised a total of $11,400, that the event qualified as a “low-cost fundraiser” since the cost to attend was $25 per person, and ended up costing $5,000. The net proceeds totaled $10,400 which was divided equally between the 8 candidates. MTM wrote a $1,300 check to each of the eight legislative candidates. Seven of the eight candidates that participated in the event disclosed receiving a $1,3000 contribution that was attributed to MTM, rather than disclosing ""Proceeds from a low cost fundraiser."" The Committee to Elect Mary Dye properly disclosed the $1,3000 received from the event as “Proceeds from a low-cost fundraiser” received on August 1, 2016.
Based on these findings, no evidence was provided or found indicating that March to the Majority met the definition of a political committee and does not warrant further investigation, and the PDC dismissed the allegations..
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The complaint alleged Eastside Leadership Council, a 2017 Election Year Political Committee, violated RCW 42.17A.270 by failing to report earmarked contributions for the benefit of Manka Dhingra, a 2017 candidate for State Senator for the 45h Legislative District.
Since the Committee shared the same officers and is affiliated with New Directions PAC, the contributions received were not ""earmarked contributions"" to Manka Dhingra or her campaign but were intended to be spent “solely for” EC’s and IE’s to support her and to oppose Ms. Englund.
Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance no evidence was provided or found that the Eastside Leadership Council violated RCW 42.17A.270 by failing to disclose earmarked contributions and does not warrant further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/25506 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""25506 Eastside Leadership Council Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/794/25506%20Eastside%20Leadership%20Council%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""25506 Eastside Leadership Council Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Case 25506 Eastside Leadership Council closed no violation.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/794/PDC%20Case%2025506%20Eastside%20Leadership%20Council%20closed%20no%20violation.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""25506 Eastside Leadership Council Complaint Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/794/25506%20Eastside%20Leadership%20Council%20Complaint%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 06/17/2020 08:47:09 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 7080 788 25576 09/19/2017 09/19/2017 08/16/2018 Glen Morgan Kenneth Reandeau Clallam County Democratic Central Committee: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions, expenditures, and debt. RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Resolved by Citizen Under RCW 42.17A.765 - Violation Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The complaint alleged the Committee may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); and (2) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to properly report expenditures and debts on C-4 reports, including the failure to provide proper expenditure descriptions.
The Committee acknowledged the violation. In addition, (1) many of the late reports included limited direct contributions to candidates or ballot measures, and (2) the Committee filed reports in 2017 and 2018 timely during critical periods before and after an election. The Kitsap County Democrat Central Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the C-4 reports in 2016. The $300 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
PDC staff is also reminding the Committee to properly report expenditures and debts on C-4 reports, including providing proper expenditure descriptions. Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged the Monroe Street Business Association and Gary Jarvis may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to register as a political committee, RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report an independent expenditure, and RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to list sponsor identification on political advertising.
Patrick Keegan stated he purchased the billboard on behalf the Monroe Street Business Association, which is why he listed the organization as the sponsor. Keegan also stated he was unaware of the requirements of political advertising, and had relied on legal counsel from Dunn & Black, P.S. Once he was educated on the definition of political advertising and independent expenditures, on November 13, 2019, Keegan sent a C-6 Independent Spending and Electioneering Communications form to the PDC, reporting a $5,100 independent expenditure against three Spokane City Council members (Breean Beggs, Candace Mumm, and Karen Stratton) for a billboard from November 2016 to June 2017.
Based on information provided in the complaint and responses, the Monroe Street Business Association did not meet the definition of a political committee as defined in RCW 42.17A.005(37). Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance the alleged failure to register as a political committee, report an independent expenditure, and list sponsor identification on political advertising does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) Patrick Keegan will receive a formal written warning concerning the requirement to report independent expenditures that support or oppose candidates. The formal written warning will include staff's expectation Patrick Keegan will report all political advertising in the future in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by VPFF PAC, the response from Jordan Gustafson, current volunteer treasurer for VPFF PAC, and the response from Danielle Franco-Malone, legal counsel for VPFF PAC, submitted to the Washington State Attorney General’s Office (AGO), to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined in this instance, the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports timely does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), VPFF PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely file all C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that VPFF PAC will file timely C-3 and C-4 reports in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements, C-4 reports filed by Chris Marr, the response from Chris Marr and a response from the Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR).
A Department employee in the DOR Unclaimed Property Program advised him. The advice that he could donate the funds to another campaign contravened DOR policy.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursue further enforcement action in this case.
The PDC reminded Chris Marr about the importance of contacting the PDC for accurate information about the financing of political campaigns, lobbyist expenditures, and the financial affairs of public officials and candidates.
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. McCourt violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On October 12, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Clark County Democratic Women (Committee), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the Committee. However, these deficiencies are mitigated by the fact that the Committee showed a good faith effort by amending their reports during this period to disclose additional information in the interest of transparency. Additionally, staff found on prior violations against the Committee.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on October 5, 2017. The complaint alleged that 34th District Democrats, a bona fide political party, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; and RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations, and for failure to provide detailed descriptions of expenditures including the number of items printed, and sub-vendors utilized by the campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the 34th District Democrats; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; the Complaint filed in Thurston County Superior Court; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings, the PDC has administratively closed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that the Whatcom County Democratic Central Committee (Committee) may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) and (2) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to properly report expenditures and debts on C-4 reports, including the failure to provide proper expenditure descriptions.
There were expenditures made by the Committee either as reimbursements to individuals that were Committee officers or volunteers, or payments made to consultants, vendors, or other third parties, for which it appears a more detailed description or explanation of the goods and services provided was required. Those issues are mitigated to a degree by the facts the Committee timely filed the overwhelming majority of the required C-3 and C-4 reports for calendar years 2015, 2016, and 2017, disclosing more than $353,386 in contributions received and $309,348 in expenditures made during this timeframe, and no violations have been found since 2006.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Whatcom County District Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing requirements to provide: (1) a detailed breakdown of expenditures, including the sub-vendor breakdown for reimbursements to individuals or payments made to consultants or vendors; and (2) a detailed description of the expenditure, including the number of mail pieces or yard signs printed, or station by station listing and run dates for political advertisements.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation the Whatcom County District Democratic Central Committee timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including the expenditure details and descriptions listed above, and the timely disclosure of debts and obligations as required in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). If you have questions, you may contact Alice Fiman at 1-360-586-4746 or toll-free at 1-877-601-2828, or by e-mail pdc@pdc.wa.gov.
The complaint alleged that the 39th Legislative District Democratic Central Committee (Committee) may have violated: RCW 42.17A.245 for failure to electronically file C3 and C4 reports when expending $5,000 or more, RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file C3 and C4 reports, RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting anonymous contributions in excess of the allowable limit.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
PDC staff is reminding the 39th District Democratic Central Committee about the importance of filing timely and accurate reports and forfeiting excess anonymous contributions to the State of Washington. PDC staff expects in the future that the Committee will file timely and accurate reports and forfeit excess anonymous contributions in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Karen Steeb, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose the number of items printed for political advertising a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Renata Rollins about the importance of accurately and completely disclosing expenditure details, including the number of items printed for political advertising. PDC staff expects Renata Rollins to timely, completely, and accurately report all contribution and expenditure activity in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Committee reported a November 27, 2017 expenditure to the State of Washington for $358.51 for Contribution to the General Fund per RCW 42.17A.220(4).
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the 37th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the 37th Legislative District Democrats timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Committee timely filed C-3 reports disclosing three $7,500 monetary contributions received from the Washington Association of Realtors (WAR), Build PAC, and the Master Builders of the Pierce County Affordable Housing Council (MBPCAHC). All three political committees have been registered and reporting with the PDC for years, and received contributions from its members that were timely disclosed on C-3 reports filed by WAR, Build PAC, and MBAPCAHC. None of the members contributions were earmarked or otherwise designated to be used to contribute to the Committee, and thus were not required to have been disclosed by the Committee.
PDC staff has dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Gary Cronce completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $450 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging three (3) violations of RCW 42.17A.555, one related to this complaint and two related to PDC Case 27470. The penalty assessed was based on: (1) a $300 penalty, $150 each for the two acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.555 for using his city owned computer, email address, his time to solicit campaign contributions donations for his 2015 Mayoral campaign, and for soliciting campaign donation for the 2015 City Commissioner campaign of Kathleen McDowell; and (2) a $150 penalty for the acknowledged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 for advocating for votes in opposition to Proposition 1 during the October 16, 2017 regular City Commission public meeting.
While the statements made by Mayor Cronce in opposition to Proposition No. 1 during the October 17, 2017 City of Shelton Special Meeting were not permitted under RCW 42.17A.555, Mayor Cronce stated in his response that he ceased his comments as soon as he was made aware that his action was prohibited. However, PDC staff reminded Mayor Cronce about the prohibitions and restrictions found in RCW 42.17A.555 and to be sure to follow them in the future.
Based on this information, and the resolution via SOU, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the Nov. 8, 2017 response Robert Champion sent to the Washington State Attorney General (ATG); and the applicable PDC reports and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database filed by Robert Champion, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Robert Champion made minor or ministerial errors on C-3 and C-4 reports filed for the 2017 election, including the sub-vendor breakdown and details of certain expenditures. Upon notification of these errors, Champion timely amended the reports making the necessary technical corrections.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports and include the committee address in the Sponsor ID Statement does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Robert Champion about the importance of timely and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification, campaign contribution and expenditure information, including timely and accurately filing C-3 and C-4 reports and the proper breakdown of expenditures.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's findings that Safer Spokane: (1) was a first-time committee with limited knowledge of the PDC reporting requirements; (2) timely filed the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports; (3) was a small, unsophisticated, all-volunteer committee with less than $7,200 in total expenditures made in running a local ballot committee; and (4) timely sent a $74 check when made aware of the anonymous contribution limits to resolve that issue, in this instance, the failure to timely register as a political committee and file C-3 and C-4 reports as a ballot committee does not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) PDC staff formally warned Safer Spokane and its Officers concerning the importance of timely registering as a political committee, and timely filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities as required by PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements for a ballot committee. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Safer Spokane and its Officers will timely register and disclose its contribution and expenditure activities as a ballot committee, if its Officers register another political committee under the Full Reporting Option in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On October 12, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Jefferson County Democratic Central Committee (Committee), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the Committee. However, these deficiencies are mitigated by the fact that the Committee showed a good faith effort by amending their reports during this period to disclose additional information or correct inaccurate information in the interest of transparency. Additionally, staff found on prior violations against the Committee.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Mukilteo For All may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .335, .255, and .320 by: (1) failing to timely file a Political Committee Registration report (C-1pc); (2) making false and defaming statements about a candidate; (3) failing to timely file Electioneering Communications (C-6) independent expenditures reports; and (4) failing to include sponsor identification on a Facebook page.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Andy Lo, treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Mukilteo for All; and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff has determined that, in this instance, not including sponsorship in the “About” section of its Facebook page does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mukilteo for All of the importance of clearly identifying sponsorship information on all social media platforms, and not just providing links to a main web page. PDC staff expects Mukilteo for All to include clear sponsorship information in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged the 47th Legislative District Democrats may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240: (1) by failing to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Committee, (2) by failing to timely and accurately disclose debt and (3) by failing to breakdown sub-vendor information for expenditures disclosed on C-4 reports.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the 47th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the 47th Legislative District Democrats timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the 7th Legislative District Democrats will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the 7th Legislative District Democrats timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Committee was issued a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the filing requirements. Staff expects the Committee to file timely and complete reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. This includes reporting debt under WAC 390-16-042.
This formal written warning comes with the staff’s expectation the Committee amend Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports 100706470, 100683684, 100688213, 100710282 and 100775550, by providing the additional required information on the expenditures for signs, expenses and office supplies, and will complete reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
On October 13, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Cowlitz County Democratic Central Committee (Committee), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the Committee. However, these deficiencies are mitigated by the fact that the Committee showed a good faith effort by amending their reports during this period to disclose additional information in the interest of transparency. Additionally, staff found on prior violations against the Committee - at least to this complaint being filed.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future, including expenditures for debt, and the importance of properly reporting the purpose of expenditure, specifically to include the number of items and sub-vendor information where applicable.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged the Lewis County Democratic Central Committee (LCDCC) may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file an amended Committee Registration (C-1pc report) updating committee information; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and 42.17A.240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Receipts & Expenditures reports (C-4 reports).
The Committee likely qualified for the Mini Reporting Option from 2010 to 2017, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to file an annual C-1pc between January 1 and January 31 of each year, selecting the Mini Reporting Option, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1), the Lewis County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to comply with the requirement to report contributions and expenditures under the full reporting option under RCW 42.17A.235 and 42.17A.240 from 2010-2017, even though it likely qualified to report under the Mini Reporting Option.
The formal written warning will include staff's expectation that the Lewis County Democrat Central Committee file timely and complete reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Mariah Bettise (Friends of Mariah Bettise) will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mariah Bettise will file timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which her name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 disclosing a candidate loan and other small contributions and C-4 reports with a small amount of expenditures, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged the Grays Harbor Democratic Central Committee violated (1) RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports disclosing contributions and expenditures, (2) RCW 42.17A.405 by failing to return over limit contributions within 10 days of receipt, (3) RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to properly maintain a list of contributors and (4) RCW 42.17A.245 by failing to electronically file in 2016 and 2017.
The Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), paid a $900 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.245, RCW 42.17A.220(4), 42.17A.235 and .240 in accordance with the Penalty Schedule adopted by the Commission for Brief Enforcement Hearings set forth in WAC 390-37-143.The $900 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in the complaint.
Based on the findings, the SOU, and the fact the Committee has timely filed its 2020 reports, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation for the alleged use of public facilities to assist Paul Winterstein’s campaign, the alleged failure to timely report contributions and expenditures, and the alleged acceptance of over-limit contributions. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On October 16, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that the Mason County Democratic Central Committee (Committee), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were expenditures made by the Committee either to a vendor or an individual for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff also noted that there were some reports that were reported late by the Committee. However, these deficiencies are mitigated by the fact that the Committee showed a good faith effort by amending their reports during this period to disclose additional information in the interest of transparency. Additionally, staff found on prior violations against the Committee.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Chris Barringer filed on October 16, 2017. The complaint alleged that the Bye Sheriff Urquhart Campaign (Respondent), sponsors of a GoFundMe account and a Facebook Page, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Political Committee Registration report (C-1pc report); and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to register as a political committee and report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the Bye Sheriff Urquhart Campaign will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely register as a political committee and report contributions and expenditures, and for exceeding anonymous contribution limits. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Bye Sheriff Urquhart Campaign timely registers future campaigns and reports contribution and expenditure activity, and to only accept contributions within statutory limitations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Integrity Matters may have violated RCW 42.17A.260 by failing to timely file a C-6 Independent Spending & Electioneering Communications report for expenditures on political advertising within 24 hours of presentation to the public, RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include full names of Top 5 contributors on political advertising and RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to accurately register purpose of political committee.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the mailer provided in the complaint and the PDC reports filed by Integrity Matters to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff findings, and the fact the Committee dissolved in 2018 and Merritt was not elected Mayor of Tacoma, staff has determined in this instance, the does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Integrity Matters about the importance accurately listing its Top 5 contributors and accurately and timely filing all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) the 29th District Democratic Party Organization will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the legal requirement of candidates to report contributions and expenditures, as provided by RCW 42.17A.235. The formal written warning will include staff's expectation the 29th District Democratic Party Organization files timely and complete reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, registering as a political committee one day beyond the statutory deadline does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Pasco Citizens for Better Schools about the importance of timely registering as a political committee within two weeks of the expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures in an election campaign. PDC staff expects timely registration and reporting of contribution and expenditure activity in the future in accordance with statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Doug Ericksen made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Senator Ericksen timely filed amended reports, making the necessary technical corrections as requested by staff.
Based on these finding, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately disclose and attribute two contributions from two individual donors to the Doug Ericksen 2018 Legislative Campaign, does not amount to an an actual violation warranting further invesitigation.
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Adams County Democrats have been registered under the “Mini Reporting” option since at least 2004. Although the committee submitted the C-1pc reports referenced above between six months and more than five years late, they did not exceed the reporting threshold for the “Mini Reporting” option and a search of the PDC website confirms that no contributions from Adams County Democrats were made during the last five years. In addition, the C-1pc submitted for calendar year 2019 was the only amendment filed disclosing material changes.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1pc for calendar years 2014 to 2019, choosing the “Mini Reporting” option by no later than January 31 of each corresponding year, failure to file C-3 and C-4 reports before submitting an updated C-1pc for each year, and failure to timely file an amended C-1pc disclosing material changes, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
PDC staff reminded Adams County Democrats about the importance of the timely filing of the C-1pc in each calendar year if the committee intends to use the “Mini Reporting” option and the importance of filing an amended C-1pc disclosing material changes.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on November 1, 2017. The complaint alleged that the Grant County Democratic Central Committee, a bona fide political party, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign during election year 2017; and RCW 42.17A.205 and WAC 390-16-05 for failure to file Political Committee Registration reports (C-1pc reports) not later than January 31 of each calendar year, to re-certify for mini-reporting in calendar years 2015, 2016, and 2017.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the C-1pc recertifying for Mini Reporting, or to file C-3 and C-4 reports in accordance with Full Reporting, do not amount to actual violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Grant County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to timely disclose all contributions and expenditures, or to recertify for Mini Reporting by January 31 of each calendar year. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Grant County Democratic Central Committee timely files a new C-1pc each year if they wish to retain the use of Mini Reporting, or that they timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures under Full Reporting. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Melissa Pfeifer, treasurer for Friends of Laurie Jinkins, and the applicable PDC reports and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database filed by the Committee, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff determined in this instance, the failure to breakdown sub-vendor information for expenditures disclosed on one C-4 report does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Friends of Laurie Jinkins about the importance of the requirements regarding filing accurate and timely reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Sherry Appleton may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); and (2) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to properly report expenditures and debts on C-4 reports, including the failure to provide proper expenditure descriptions.
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures, breakdown sub-vendor information and disclose debts and obligations does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Campaign will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to comply with filing requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that People to Elect Sherry Appleton timely file future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the November 4, 2017 response Jennifer Gregerson sent to the Washington State Attorney General (ATG); and the applicable PDC reports and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database filed by Jennifer Gregerson, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Gregerson made minor or ministerial errors on the F-1 report and several of the C-3 and C-4 reports filed for the 2017 election, including the sub-vendor breakdown and details of certain expenditures. Upon notification of these errors, Gregerson timely amended her F-1, C-3 and C-4 reports making the necessary technical corrections.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports, disclose orders placed, and provide the proper breakdown for expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Jennifer Gregerson of the importance of timely and accurate disclosure of campaign contribution and expenditure information, including timely filing C-3 and C-4 reports, disclosing orders placed, and including a proper breakdown of expenditures.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/27214 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""27214 Short Shelly Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/672/27214%20Short%20Shelly%20Complaint%20With%20Attachments.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27214 Short Shelly Complaint With Attachments.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""27214 Short Shelly (3) Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/672/27214%20Short%20Shelly%20%283%29%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : null}]" 06/17/2019 03:42:27 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 7168 671 27217 10/18/2017 10/18/2017 08/28/2019 Bernhard Brockwell Jacquelin Maycumber Maycumber, Jacquelin: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely deposit contributions and file contribution reports. (EY 17, OCT 17) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Candidate - LegislativeOn October 18, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Jacquelin Maycumber, a candidate for State Representative for Legislative District 7, may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to deposit contributions within five business days of receipt and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) disclosing contributions and deposits on behalf of the campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and found no evidence to support a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures as noted above, and the use of a government computer to access social media accounts by a Whatcom County employee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Barry Lovell and One Safe Jail will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Barry Lovell and One Safe Jail timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, include sponsor identification on political advertising as required by law, and that all Committee members who are employees of a public agency review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/27263 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""27263 One Safe Jail Response Supplement.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/664/27263%20One%20Safe%20Jail%20Response%20Supplement.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""PDC Cases 27263 and 28686 One Safe Jail close with warning.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/664/PDC%20Cases%2027263%20and%2028686%20One%20Safe%20Jail%20close%20with%20warning.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""27263 One Safe Jail Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/664/27263%20One%20Safe%20Jail%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27263 One Safe Jail Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""27263 One Safe Jail Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/664/27263%20One%20Safe%20Jail%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""27263 One Safe Jail Response.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 06/17/2020 10:25:02 AM PDC staff found evidence of minor violation and warned respondent. 7172 658 27329 10/31/2017 10/31/2017 05/17/2019 Frank McConnell Aryn Oster 17th Legislative District Democrats (2): Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to accurately and timely file expenditure reports. (OCT 2017) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona FideThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Frank McConnell on October 31, 2017. The complaint alleged that the 17th Legislative District Democrats, a bona fide legislative district party committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken during calendar year 2017.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by 2017 Treasurer, Aryn Oster; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the 17THLD’s campaign contribution and expenditure reports submitted during 2017 found that the majority of the reports comprised either small monetary deposits and expenses or no activity at all. However, the committee filed reports, including those detailed in the complaint, than 100 days past the due date.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activity during calendar year 2017, including the disclosure of expenses for post office box rental, website domain, website hosting, and funds given to the CCDCC for a fundraising event, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the 17th Legislative District Democrats received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely disclose contribution and expenditures during calendar year 2017. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that the 17THLD timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the Political Committee Registration (C-1pc) filed by the Committee and the response provided by Steve Harris, Chairman, WCDSG PAC, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The Whatcom County Deputy Sheriff Guild PAC filed a C-1pc in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2017 and 2019. On each of those reports, the Committee selected the mini reporting option, stating the Committee would, during a calendar year, raise and spend no more than $5,000 and receive no more than $500 from any one contributor
Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to file C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Whatcom County Deputy Sheriff Guild PAC about the requirements regarding political committees selecting the mini reporting option, specifically the requirement to file a C-1pc each January.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response from Andy Lo, treasurer; the applicable PDC reports and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database filed by Mukilteo for All, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
John Dickinson is a candidate seeking the office of State Representative in the 37th Legislative District in 2016.
Mr. Dickinson failed to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016. On August 5, 2016 the day of the hearing, Mr. Dickinson filed the missing C-1 and F-1 reports.
At the hearing, Mr. Dickinson appeared in-person and provided testimony to the Presiding Officer. The Presiding Officer found a violation of RCW 42.17.205 and RCW 42.17A.700 by Mr. Dickinson for failing to timely file the C-1 and F-1 reports, but assessed no penalty.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on November 10, 2017. The complaint alleged that Jeff Sprung, a 2016 candidate for the office of Washington State Auditor, may have violated several provisions of Chapter 42.17A RCW as detailed below.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Mr. Sprung; queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database; and reviewed the Candidate Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the 2016 Friends of Jeff Sprung Campaign (Campaign) to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff noted the Campaign made expenditures either as reimbursements to individuals or volunteers, or payments made to a consultant or vendor for which it appears a more detailed description breakdown including sub-vendor information likely should have been provided. The response provided by the Campaign identified several items where the number of items printed should have been disclosed on the Schedule A to C-4 reports.
At the request of staff, the Campaign filed a number of amended reports disclosing additional detailed contribution and expenditure information to bring the 2016 Campaign into compliance with the reporting requirements. The amended information disclosed on the C-4 reports included the number of items printed for political advertising, and the breakdown of sub-vendors utilized by the Campaign and the amounts attributable to each. Staff has classified these issues as reporting discrepancies which are minor or technical in nature, and do not rise to the level of enforcement action.
Jeff Sprung was a first-time candidate for public office in 2016, seeking election to a high-profile Statewide Office in which his Campaign disclosed receiving $283,196 in total contributions received and expenditures made.
PDC staff found no evidence of a violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Jeff Sprung will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately and completely disclose committee officers on the Candidate Registration (C-1) and to accurately and completely report debts and obligations on Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports). The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. In addition, Jeff Sprung will be made aware of the changes to the disclosure of debt and other reporting requirements as part of the passage of ESHB 2938 (2018).
Furthermore, PDC staff is reminding Jeff Sprung about the importance of timely, accurately, and completely disclosing personal financial affairs on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), including assets and customers of entities in which he holds an office, directorship, partnership interest, or ownership interest of ten percent or more. PDC staff expects timely, accurate, and complete disclosure of personal financial affairs in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On November 1, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Jaclyn Gallion, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to file a Candidate Registration report (C-1 report) after declaring her candidacy as a write-in candidate for the Spokane Valley City Council on her Facebook page.
Staff reviewed the allegation listed on the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all attachments submitted with the complaint, the statutes, and rules.
Staff found Ms. Gallion personally posted comments on her Facebook page stating that she is writing her name on the Ballot. Ms. Gallion also posted a Facebook picture of herself posing with her name written on the Ballot for the Spokane Valley City Council Position 5, along with another picture of herself on a rack card with four other candidates for the Spokane Valley City Council. Her post included the hashtags #VoteforMe and #VoteForTheseFive.
Ms. Gallion denied that she was a candidate for public office and said that her Facebook postings and comments were purely political commentary. She believes she was not a candidate because she did not make any expenditures or receive contributions from the public.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Ms. Gallion received a formal written warning concerning the failure to file a Candidate Registration after posting comments and pictures on social media that indicated a public declaration of candidacy and intent to become a write-in candidate for the Spokane Valley City Council Position 5 in 2017. The formal written warning includes staff's expectation that Ms. Gallion will file the Candidate Registration report in the future if she promotes or announces her candidacy for office on any public outlet or platform, which includes all social media platforms. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further action if there are future violations of PDC laws/rules by Ms. Gallion
Based on these findings, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found that the Committee made payments to the Committee to Elect Shelly Short and the Committee to Elect Jacquelin Maycumber (Short Campaign and Maycumber Campaign), to purchase two types of campaign yard signs from each of the Campaigns. The two Campaigns purchased the yard signs during the 2017 Legislative Session Freeze and then sold the signs to the Committee at the fair market value, thus no contribution was made to either of the two candidates.
The prohibitions found in RCW 42.17A.560 concerning soliciting and accepting contributions prior to and during a legislative session freeze period does not apply to a contributor or to a political party organization, such as the Committee. Based on that information, the PDC dismissed the allegations against the 7th Legislative District Republican Party in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On November 23, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the 9th Legislative District Democrats (Committee) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately report contributions (C-3) and expenditures (C-4) reports and RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to file an accurate campaign registration (C-1pc) report with required amendments.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations: the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the July 20, 2018 response from the Committee, by way of the previous treasurer, Christopher Van Drimmelen, and the PDC reports filed by the Committee, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found that the Committee did not file any contribution or expenditure reports in 2016 due to inactivity. Regarding the allegation related to the Campaign Registration report, staff found no evidence provided to substantiate the allegation that changes to the Committee officers occurred that would require amending the Committee's C-1pc in 2016.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the Committee was not required to amend its C-1pc to report changes in its officers, and even if the Committee was deemed to be under the full reporting option during 2016 because it failed to file a C-1pc selecting the mini-reporting option, the Committee was not required to file C-3 and C-4 reports during 2016 election year because of its inactivity.
Staff reminded the Committee officers about the importance of filing timely and accurate Committee Registration (C-1pc) in future years, including the requirement in WAC 390-16-115(4) for filers under the Mini-Reporting Option to ""file a new C-1pc between January 1st and January 31st for each year in which the committee intends to use the mini reporting system.""
Accordingly, the staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response from Kristen Ang and the C-3 and C-4 reports filed the Vote Kristin Ang campaign (Campaign).
Staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. As noted above, Ms. Ang was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017 and was not elected to the Port of Tacoma Commission.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Kristin Ang received a formal written warning concerning her failure to comply with the reporting requirements as provided by RCW 42.17A.235. The formal written warning includes staff's expectation that Ms. Ang will comply with all PDC filing requirements going forward and will amend the C-4 reports listed in the complaint. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules, or if she fails to file the requested amended reports.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Gary Meisner on November 2, 2017. The complaint alleged that Everett Firefighters for Citizen Safety (Sponsored by IAFF Local 46) [the Committee], a single election political committee in support of Judy Tuohy for Mayor of Everett, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign; RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately and completely disclose debts and obligations; and RCW 42.17A.305 for failure to accurately and completely file Independent Spending & Electioneering Communications reports (C-6 reports), disclosing electioneering communications in support of Candidate Tuohy.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Committee; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the Committee timely filed its C-3, C-4, and C-6 reports during the 2017 election campaign, disclosing all of its financial activity in good faith. As the C-4 and C-6 reports require different information and levels of detail, it created an appearance that the Committee had received funds and made expenditures directly from its bank account, when in fact there was no activity through the Committee’s account until after the election.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failing to report the dates that debts were incurred and pledges were made on the C-4 as the dates that expenditures were made and funding was received on the C-6, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Everett Firefighters for Citizen Safety (Sponsored by IAFF Local 46) about the importance of accurately tracking and reporting the dates that expenditures advanced by agents of the committee were made, ensuring that these dates are reflected properly on both C-4 and C-6 reports. In the future, PDC staff expects consistent reporting of dates between C-4 and C-6 reports so that the public may follow the information concerning debts and pledges on the C-4 reports to the expenditures and funding sources on the C-6 reports.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Party; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Party; and queried the Party’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of reports, and to completely and accurately report debts and expenditure details, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the 48th District Democrats about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including debts, expenditure details, and sub-vendors utilized for expenditures undertaken by the Party. In the future, PDC staff expects timely, complete, and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the 28th District Democrats; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, accurately, and completely report contributions and expenditures, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the 28th District Democrats about the importance of the timely, accurate, and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities. PDC staff expects that the 28th District Democrats will timely, accurately, and completely file all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On November 30, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Michael Chapman (Respondent), a candidate for State Representative in the 24th Legislative District, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by RCW 42.17A.240, and WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to timely and accurately report debt.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that there were expenditures made by the Campaign either to a vendor or consultant for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff further noted that some of the alleged unreported obligations/orders/debts should have been reported on the reports covering the reporting period(s) immediately before they were paid. However, the aforementioned shortcomings were mitigated by the fact that the respondent amended all his 2016 C-4 reports to show the breakdown of expenditures paid to his consultant. Additionally, staff determined that most of the alleged late C-3 and C-4 reports were filed timely or were not required to be filed.
Based on the above findings, staff determined that the respondent's failure to file some reports in a timely manner does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Staff also determined that the respondent had no prior violations.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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A number of the allegations listed in the complaint were based “on information and belief”, but failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations. PDC staff has dismissed those allegations in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Campaign noted they received almost $800,000 in contributions and made more than $500,000 in expenditures, which constituted “significant” contribution and expenditure activities, and added that during the course of the election, the Campaign “demonstrated proactive steps to be as transparent as possible.”
As noted in the attached complaint return letter, a number of the allegations listed in the complaint concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. Staff’s review of the initial and amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign indicated the Campaign made good faith effort was made to comply with the PDC reporting requirements for the 2016 election, and that dating back to 2009, the Campaign filed 40 amended C-3 reports and 20 amended C-4 reports providing additional and/or updated disclosure information as they became aware of it.
Staff does not believe that “recurring expenditures” such as the expenditures referenced in the letter were reportable as debts or obligations in 2016 unless the scheduled payment due date was not met by the Campaign and the current reporting period has ended.
Staff did note there were expenditures made by the Campaign, either as reimbursements to individuals or volunteers, or payments made to a consultant or vendor for which it appears a more detailed description and possibly a sub-vendor breakdown likely should have been provided. In addition, the Campaign acknowledged failing to timely disclose debts for three expenditures listed in the complaint as noted above for a portion of unpaid legal services; and the two printing orders with Overnight Printing; and to file amended C-4 reports disclosing the required sub-vendor information for expenditures made to Media Mandate. Staff would classify these issues as reporting discrepancies which are minor in nature which do not rise to the level of any enforcement action.
Those issues are mitigated by the facts the Campaign was in frequent contact with PDC staff throughout the 2016 election in order to comply with the reporting requirements, and timely filed the overwhelming majority of the initially filed C-3 and C-4 reports on or before the required due date. In addition, the Campaign disclosed receiving more than $1.395 million in total contributions received and spent more than $1.395 million in expenditures that included $512,630 in expenditures made for the 2016 election and $883,000 in transfers to the surplus funds account.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into your complaints or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, staff has reminded the Campaign to provide a more detailed breakdown for expenditures made to reimburse individuals or payments made to consultants or vendors, including the sub-vendor breakdown, in the future. In addition, the Campaign was made aware of the changes to the disclosure of debt and other reporting requirements as part of the passage EHSB 2938.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations listed in the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged One Safe Jail, a 2017 election year ballot measure committee formed to support a sales tax increase to build and operate a new jail, may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely register as a political committee within two weeks of having an expectation of receiving contributions or making expenditures; RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, including receipt of an in-kind contribution for costs associated with a ""Whatcom Jail"" Facebook page, failure to report debt, and failure to provide proper expenditure descriptions; RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions; RCW 42.17A.260 and 42.17A.305 for failure to file reports of Independent Expenditures or Electioneering Communications; RCW 42.17A.265 for failure to report, within 24 hours, receipt of “last minute contributions” in excess of $1,000; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to completely and accurately disclose Sponsor ID on political advertising. The complaint also alleged Nicole Kallin, the committee’s campaign manager and a Whatcom County employee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to support the efforts of One Safe Jail.
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures as noted above, and the use of a government computer to access social media accounts by a Whatcom County employee, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Barry Lovell and One Safe Jail will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with PDC requirements as noted in this letter.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Barry Lovell and One Safe Jail timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, include sponsor identification on political advertising as required by law, and that all Committee members who are employees of a public agency review PDC guidance for local government agencies in election campaigns.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely, accurately and completely report contribution and expenditure activity, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding the Yakima County Democratic Central Committee about the importance of the timely, complete and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities. PDC staff expects the timely, complete and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed on December 12, 2017 against the Citizens for Centralia Schools (Committee), a ballot measure committee registered with the PDC to support a February 14, 2017 special bond election, alleging that Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities.
Based on staffs review and the facts that the Committee: (1) completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty for failing to timely file the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 reports; (2) was a small, all-volunteer committee, with Officers that had limited or no public disclosure knowledge under the Full Reporting Option; (3) had less than $10,300 in total expenditures made; and (4) has no prior PDC violations; that in this instance, the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports as a local school bond committee does not warrant further investigation.
PDC staff has reminded the Citizens for Centralia Schools and its Officers concerning the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities in the future as required by PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements for a school bond or levy committee. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This matter came before the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission on May 23, 2019, at the PDC office, Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington. Respondent Carla Marconi requested reconsideration of the Commission's Order issued on November 20, 2018, following a Brief Enforcement Hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) in this matter. The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioners William Downing, Russell Lehman, and Fred Jarrett. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission, Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer representing PDC Staff, and Alice Fiman, Compliance Officer. Respondent Carla Marconi participated by telephone. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
Conclusions of Law
The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A RCW, State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), due no later than April 16, 2018, certifying financial activity for calendar year 2017.
Order
The Respondent's request for reconsideration is granted. This Amended Order will be the Final Order. The Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law entered on October 25, 2018, are affirmed. Of the $500 penalty assessed in the November 20, 2018, Order, $400 is suspended on the following conditions:
1. Respondent Carla Marconi pays the non-suspended portion of the penalty ($100) in two $50 installments, the first being due on June 30, 2019 and the second on July 31, 2019; 2. The Respondent files the missing F-1 reports for 2018, certifying financial activity for calendar year 2017, and for 2017, certifying financial activity for calendar year 2016, by May 31, 2019; 3. The Respondent is in compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and commits no further violations of Chapter 42.17A. RCW or Title 390 WAC for a period of four years from the date of this Order.
If the Respondent fails to comply with any of the conditions of this Order, the suspended portion of the penalty ($400) shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission.
The complaint alleged the Committee violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by: (1) failing to timely file Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditure reports (C-4), and several Monetary Contribution reports (C-3); (2) failing to provide the proper reporting breakdown for a number of expenditures made by the campaign; and (3) failing to report debts and obligations.
We found the 28 C-3 and C-4 reports listed in the complaint as filed late, 13 were amended reports and the two items alleged as debt were properly reported expenditures, not debt.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC is reminding Pierce County Committee on Political Education about the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and found that there were 16 reports that were filed late, mostly for small amounts. Staff noted that while the Committee failed to timely file some reports, the late filed reports contained minimal campaign related activities, resulting in minimal impact to the public. Staff further noted that the Committee showed a good faith effort by putting controls in place to make sure that its reports are filed timely in the future. Additionally, staff found on prior violations against the Committee.
Based on these findings, staff determined that the deficiencies found based on the review of the complaint did not warrant further investigation. However, staff issued a reminder to the Committee regarding the importance of filing timely and accurate contribution and expenditure reports in the future.
Accordingly, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged the Housing Opportunities of Southwest Washington (HOSWWA) violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using government resources to support a 2016 campaign for Teresa Purcell.
PDC staff reviewed your allegations, the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the response provided by Laura Ewan, Counsel for HOSWWA and any applicable PDC reports and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations
Staff has determined that in this instance, the use of public facilities to briefly store campaign signs for use by its Veterans Employment Opportunity Center does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bruce Fischer and Housing Opportunities of Southwest Washington staff about the importance of reviewing PDC guidance regarding the use of public facilities to assist a political campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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filed by Byron Debban on January 29, 2018. The complaint alleged that Tracy Moore may have violated RCW
42.17A.555 for using a city email address to support Shelton Proposition 1.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, misuse of City facilities
to qualify Shelton Proposition 1 for the ballot, in violation of RCW 42.17 A.555, does not amount
to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1 )(b ), Tracy Moore will receive a formal written warning
concerning her misuse of City facilities to qualify Shelton Proposition 1 for the ballot, in
violation of RCW 42.17 A.555. The formal written warning will include staffs expectation
that Tracy Moore will cease and desist from future use of public facilities to support or oppose
any election campaign. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on
further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the
complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
A complaint was filed against the Voice of Tahoma Education (Committee), a local political committee registered with the PDC in support of three February 13, 2018 Tahoma School District ballot propositions, alleging that the Committee may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to file a Committee Registration (C-1pc report) registering as a ballot committee in support of the three February 13, 2018 ballot propositions; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure details undertaken by the Committee in support of the three February 13, 2018 ballot propositions.
The Committee failed to timely file the 21-Day Pre-Special Election Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure report (C-4 report) which was required to have been filed no later than January 23, 2018, covering the period December 1, 2017 through January 22, 2019.
The 21-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 report was filed by the Committee on February 22, 2018, 30 days late and nine days after the February 13, 2018 special election had been held, disclosing $1,761 in monetary contributions received and $2,656 in expenditures made. The C-4 report disclosed Committee expenditures for a $2,320 expenditure made on January 10, 2018, to The Renton Bindery to print “door hangers/fliers”, and a $325 expenditure made to Boomers Photography for “poster creation/sitting fee.”
In addition, the Committee failed to timely file the 7-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 report which was required to have been filed no later than February 6, 2018, covering the period January 23 through February 5, 2018. The 7-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 report was filed by the Committee on March 8, 2018, 30 days late and 23 days after the February 13, 2018 special election had been held disclosing $1,502 in monetary contributions received, a $50 in-kind contribution for coffee, and $3,493 in expenditures made. The Committee expenditures included a $1,200 expenditure made on February 17, 2018 to Lamar Advertising for billboard advertisements that ran January 15 through February 11, 2018; five expenditures totaling $1,152 for sign waving and donuts for the sign waving event in support of the ballot propositions; and two expenditures made to the Logo House On February 1 and 10, 2018 totaling $798 for T-shirts.
On November 22, 2019, the Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the two pre-election C-4 reports referenced above. The $150 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the late filed 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Special Election C-4 reports.
PDC staff’s review also found the Committee failed to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports covering the period May 1, 2014 through November 30, 2017. However, staff noted In addition, most of the contributors disclosed on the C-3 reports filed by the Committee during that period were for recurring contributions from district employees who contributed the same dollar amount every monththe majority of the committee’s reportable activities during that period were contributions received from Tahoma School District employees via monthly payroll withholdings for a future school bond or levy proposition.
Staff’s review of the facts also found that the Committee has: (1) no prior PDC violations, and worked diligently to file the missing reports and come into compliance; (2) acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and paid a monetary civil penalty; (3) timely filed monthly C-3 and C-4 reports covering the period January 30, 2019 to present since registering as a 2020 Ballot Committee; and (4) fully cooperated with PDC staff. Based on these findings, staff has determined in this instance, the late filed reports do not warrant further investigation.
Staff noted that any delays in resolving this case were due to staff’s case load of outstanding complaints and legislative changes related to the PDC enforcement responsibilities, and not by any Committee actions.
PDC staff has reminded the Voice of Tahoma Education Committee to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken during the remainder of 2020 special election cycle, and into the future as required for a Ballot Committee in accordance with PDC statues, rules, and reporting requirements. The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington
to consider whether the Respondent, Chad Johnson violated RC W 4 2 .1 7 A. 700 by faiIing
to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as a candidate for the 2017
election cycle, which was due to be filed within two weeks of declaring his candidacy, or
not later than June 2, 2017, disclosing personal financial information for the previous 12
months.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and
Chapter 390-37 WAC. A brief enforcement hearing notice was sent to Chad Johnson on
February 2, 2018. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The
Commission staff was represented by Micaiah Ragins, Compliance Coordinator. The
Respondent submitted written materials which were presented to the Presiding Officer,
but he did not participate at the hearing.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial
Affairs Statement (F-1 report), which was due to be filed within two weeks of
declaring his candidacy, or not later than June 2, 2017, disclosing personal financial
information for the previous 12 months.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150,
in accordance with the Brief Enforcement Hearing Penalty Schedule found in WAC
390-37-160, for a filer's first occasion who filed the missing report by the date of the
enforcement hearing.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. ""Cease and desist"" from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance
with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date
of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise
Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Charles Wallace on January 26, 2018. The complaint alleged that Kelso School District #458 may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support tax bond and levy ballot propositions.
Based on our findings, PDC staff has determined that in this instance, temporarily displaying an improper sign, and proactively working to educate District staff and prevent re-occurrence, does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Kelso School District #458 about the importance of the preventing public facilities from being used to support election campaigns. PDC Staff expects the district to continue its efforts to educate District staff on their responsibilities as stewards of public facilities.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Joyce McDonald about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Jan Angel about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Michael Baumgartner about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Vincent Buys about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The CCRCC acknowledged the violation. In addition, the CCRCC made limited expenditures in the form of contributions to candidates during the time frame covered by the complaint and did timely file C-3 and C-4 reports for the final months of 2017, and all of 2018 and 2019.
The Chelan County Republican Central Committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), paid a $900 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports listed above. The $900 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaint.
Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Washington State Democrats on January 31, 2018. The complaint alleged that Cowlitz County Republicans may have violated Chapter 42.17A RCW for failure to accurately and timely report contributions and committee officers, and for unauthorized expenditures.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contribution activity does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Cowlitz County Republicans will receive a formal written warning concerning their failure to comply with the filing requirements noted above. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Cowlitz County Republicans file timely and complete reports of contributions in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter,and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mark Hargrove about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings and the fact that the public was not deprived of critical information, staff has determined that in this instance, the late filed reports do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Julie Door will receive a formal written warning concerning her failure to timely comply with the C-3 & C-4 report filing requirements noted above, especially during critical periods before and after an election. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Julie Door file timely C-4 and C-3 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission may consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Staff's review found that the allegations concerning the late filed 2013 and 2014 C-3 and C-4 reports were all beyond the five-year statute of limitations for which PDC staff can take any enforcement action. Staff also noted that the January, February and March 2014 alleged late filed C-4 reports contained no contribution and expenditure activities and were not required C-4 filings.
Staff's review found that on September 22, 2017, the Campaign filed seven C-3 reports (one C-3 report disclosed $0 in contributions had been received) covering the period November 5, 2015 through November 9, 2016, disclosing the receipt of $5,450 in monetary contributions. The $5,450 in contributions received were disclosed between 286 and 652 days late.
While the $5,450 in contributions received were disclosed late by the Campaign, the information was disclosed more than one year prior to the November 5, 2018 general election date, and represented less 4.2 percent of total contributions received. In addition, Senator Honeyford was running unopposed in 2018 and based on the information listed above, staff has determined that in this instance, the facts do not warrant further investigation or any enforcement action.
PDC staff reminded Senator Honeyford about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports for all future Campaigns in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements, and dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff's review found the following:
Except for the Washington State Republican and Democratic parties’ political committees, the King County Republican Party Committee is one of the largest political party organizations in Washington State.
Based on these findings and the facts that: (1) the late filed reports, expenditure details, and missing contributor information for the six individuals listed in the complaint involved a small percentage of the overall contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee in 2016 and 2017, and (2) the Committee substantially complied with the reporting requirements for calendar years 2016 and 2017 by timely filing all of its C-4 reports for both the Exempt and Non-Exempt Funds accounts, and the overwhelming majority of the C-3 reports, staff has determined that in this instance, the facts do not warrant further investigation or any enforcement action.
However, PDC staff is reminding the King County Republican Party about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports in the future, including providing the required details for expenditures and the employer and occupation information for individuals that contribute more than $100, in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements.
The PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Dan Kristiansen about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/30822 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""30822 Kristiansen Dan Reminder.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/532/30822%20Kristiansen%20Dan%20Reminder.pdf"", ""description"" : ""30822 Kristiansen Dan Reminder.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""30822 Kristiansen Dan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/532/30822%20Kristiansen%20Dan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""30822 Kristiansen Dan Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/07/2019 04:04:53 PM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 7253 529 30834 01/30/2018 01/30/2018 06/08/2018 Washington State Democratic Party Terry Nealey Nealey, Terry: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures, and RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions (Feb 18) RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LegislativeThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Washington State Democrats on January 31, 2018. The complaint alleged that Terry Nealey may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures, and RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance failure to timely report a contribution does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Terry Nealey about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including the C-3 report.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on staff's review and the facts that: (1) the Committee is a small, relatively inexperienced political party organization run by volunteers, with no prior PDC violations; (2) the late filed expenditures were for the Committee’s internal party building activities and none of the alleged late reported expenditures or contributions were used to make contributions to candidates or political committees for the 2016 and 2017 election cycles; and (3) the Committee substantially complied with the reporting requirements for calendar year 2018 and the first five months of this year, in this instance, does not amount to a finding actual violations warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
PDC staff has reminded the Pacific County Republican Party about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports, including for the remainder of calendar year 2019 and especially in 2020, in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Jay Rodne, an incumbent State Representative and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A. 235 and .240 by failing to timely file the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) notified PDC staff that their office would not be taking action against Representative Rodne concerning the Citizen Action Notice filed with their office.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint in light of PDC laws and rules in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Jay Rodne Campaign (Campaign), and the August 31, 2018 response letter from Representative Jay Rodne.
Based on our findings, the PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. While Representative Rodne is not seeking reelection and is not a candidate in 2018, PDC staff will remind him about the importance of filing timely and accurate reports disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities, for any future campaigns, should he decide to become a candidate in the future.
Therefore, PDC is returning the complaint filed against Representative Jay Rodne without taking any formal action.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Staff's review found the Campaign failed to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports covering the period August 4 through December 31, 2015. However, the contribution and expenditure information was disclosed by the Campaign more than ten months prior to the November 8, 2016 general election.
Based on staff's findings and the facts that Jesse Young has no prior PDC violations, the Campaign timely filed the C-3 and C-4 reports for calendar year 2016, including all of the pre-2016 election reports, staff has determined that, in this instance, the Campaign’s failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, disclosing contribution and expenditure information, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Jesse Young concerning the importance of timely and accurately filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by his Campaign in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements for a legislative candidate.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitizin on January 30, 2018. The complaint alleged that Hans Zeiger, an incumbent State Senator and a candidate seeking election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A.220, .235 and .240 by failing to timely deposit and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports). The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) notified PDC staff that their office would not be taking action against Hans Zeiger concerning the Citizen Action Notice filed with their office.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint in light of PDC laws and rules in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), filed by the Hans Zeiger Campaign (Campaign), and the August 4, 2018 response letter from Hans Zeiger.
Based on our findings, the PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance.
PDC staff has reminded Mr. Zeiger of the importance of timely depositing monetary contributions received within five business days for all future campaigns.
Therefore, PDC is returning the complaint filed against Senator Hans Zeiger without taking any formal action.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on January 30, 2018. The complaint alleged that Thomas Dent, an incumbent State Representative and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint in light of PDC laws and rules in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Thomas Dent Campaign (Campaign), and the July 20, 2018 response letter from Representative Dent.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Although PDC will not be conducting a formal investigation into these allegations or taking enforcement action in this matter, staff has reminded Mr. Dent of the expectation of filing timely and accurate reports disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure for all future campaigns.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
A complaint was filed against Gina McCabe, an incumbent State Representative for the 14th Legislative District and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports; and RCW 42.17A.430 by failing to timely disclose expenditure details for the Gina McCabe Surplus funds account.
Gina Mosbrucker f/k/a Gina McCabe, completed an SOU, paid a $300 civil penalty, and acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports, resolving the allegations concerning the late filed reports. Based on the facts that the Campaign hired a new Treasurer and timely filed C-3 and C-4 reports for the 2018 election, and brought the surplus funds account reports into compliance, PDC staff has determined that the facts in this instance do not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation for the remaining allegations.
PDC staff reminded Gina Mosbrucker about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports, including for the surplus funds account, and to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 for her 2020 re-election campaign, and her surplus funds account in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged John Braun, a Senator from the 20th Legislative District, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution (C-3) reports and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure (C-4) reports and RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dan Brady on behalf of his client, Senator Ann Rivers; PDC Case #15-094; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff’s review of the Stipulation language from PDC Case #15-094 and Mr. Brady’s response to the allegations in the complaint, found evidence to suggest that Senator Rivers understands her statutory filing obligations and that her campaign did not intentionally file inaccurate reports or attempt to deprive the public of information related to her 2016 campaign.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a total of six additional C-3 and C-4 reports prior to the November 8, 2016 general election that were not considered in the Stipulation to Facts, Violations and Penalty accepted by the Commission on December 8, 2016, does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on January 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Lynda Wilson, an incumbent State Senator and a candidate seeking election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A.220, .235 and .240 by failing to timely deposit contributions and timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). On January 11, 2018, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) notified PDC staff that their office would not be taking action against Lynda Wilson concerning the Citizen Action Notice filed with their office.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the requirement to timely deposit C-3 and file C-4 reports during the 2016 election does not appear to be an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Senator Wilson about the importance of timely depositing monetary contributions and filing expenditure activities in all future election campaigns.
Accordingly, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this case.
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The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file monthly lobbyist reports in violation of RCW 42.17A.615 does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Cindy Alia about the importance of the timely disclosure of all lobbying activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including the L-2 report.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Gerald Gustafson on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Adam Rosenlund, Gina Blanchard-Reed, & Ryan Portmann may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a ballot proposition.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Gerald Gustafson on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Adam Rosenlund, Gina Blanchard-Reed, & Ryan Portmann may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public facilities to support a ballot proposition.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, and as a result of staff’s initial review, we found the majority of the allegations contained in the complaint are substantially similar to PDC complaint 34604, resolved November 15, 2018.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to indicate the individual behind Dumpozzie Dot Com on the C-1 and F-1 reports, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Michael Scott Maclay about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of the name of the individual candidate running for office, rather than the website or committee name that they sponsor. PDC staff expects that Michael Scott Maclay will file future reports under the name of the individual running for office, rather than a pseudonym.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to provide accurate and complete descriptions of expenditure details, including the number of items printed for mailed political advertising, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Pasco Citizens for Better Schools about the importance of the complete and accurate disclosure of all expenditure details, including the number of items printed for mailed political advertising. PDC staff expects in the future that Pasco Citizens for Better Schools will file complete and accurate reports in accordance with statute and rule.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The complaint alleged that for the past year Mr. Haas has pressured Julie St. Marie, Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor, to support him because “his opponent will fire her” if Mr. Haas is not re-elected. The complaint also alleged that Mr. Haas has pressured Ms. St. Marie to attend campaign functions, put his campaign sign in her yard, and display his campaign button. The complaint also stated that Ms. St. Marie feels uncomfortable because she is an “at will” employee, and Mr. Haas can fire her at any time.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is insufficient evidence to support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. However, staff will remind Mr. Haas of the prohibition against using public facilities to assist his campaign, and the prohibition against soliciting his employees for campaign contributions. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The allegations are substantially similar to a citizen action complaint, filed with the Attorney General's Office pursuant to RCW 42.17A.765.
The Superior Court has primary jurisdiction over the substance of this complaint, and the PDC defers to its judgment in bringing the issues to resolution.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Brett Gibbs on February 1, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Bellevue School District (BSD) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using school district facilities to produce and distribute a mailer that supported three BSD levies that were on the February 13, 2018 special election ballot.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in your complaint, the statutes and rules, and the response from Charles W. Lind, Of Counsel Attorney with Patterson Buchanan Forbes & Leitch Inc. PS on behalf of BSD.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation of the Bellevue School District. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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On June 25, 2018, Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff opened a formal investigation concerning the complaint filed against Senator Shelly Short for PDC Case 33367. On June 29, 2018, PDC staff conducted an initial hearing (case status review) for Senator Short in PDC Case 33367 in accordance with ESHB 2938.
Staff reviewed the Citizens Action Notice (CAN) that was filed against Senator Short that included similar allegations to the two complaints, the November 6, 2018 Stipulation and Order of Dismissal, and the June 15, 2018 Letter Ruling from Thurston County Superior Court Judge Carol Murphy for Thurston County case No. 18-2-00456-34.
That case was stipulated by both parties as ""dismissed with prejudice” without any penalties, costs or attorney's fees being paid by either party. The Letter Ruling in Thurston County case No. 18-2-00456-34 stated that Judge Murphy granted the Plaintiff’s motion concerning the late filed reports disclosing $20,000 in outstanding debts and obligations owed to the ROC Foundation for 2017 consulting services, that included $10,000 in “Primary Campaign Management Services”, and $10,000 in “General Campaign Management Services. The letter went on to state that the Plaintiff was entitled to judgement as a matter of law concerning the late debt reporting violations.
PDC staff reminded the Shelly Short Campaign concerning the importance of timely and accurately disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities, including orders-placed, debts and obligations, especially those involving debts and contingency winning bonuses to the candidate’s spouse entity The Roc Foundation, for all future campaigns.
Concerning the Legislative Session freeze allegation staff found that the expenditures made by the 7th Legislative District Republicans to purchase the signs from the Shelly Short Campaign were properly disclosed as Miscellaneous Receipts and were not contributions subject to the legislative session freeze.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the two complaints in PDC Cases 27156 and 33367, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, incomplete expenditure details that were quickly corrected once they were brought to the Respondent's attention do not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
Senator Steve Hobbs made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, Senator Steve Hobbs timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections.
The PDC has dismissed this matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the Monetary Contributions report (C-3 report) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Pacific County Democratic Central Committee (Committee), and the response letter and email exchanges between Committee officers and PDC staff.
Since the Committee could not identify the source of the of contributions received at the Crab Feed and meeting, the $875 in contribution received were truly anonymous contributions and those contributions are subject to a $300 limitation in accordance with RCW 42.17A.220(4). PDC staff informed the Committee that based on the statute, the $575 in anonymous contributions that exceeded the $300 limit must be returned or “escheat” to the state for deposit into the state General Fund.
On December 21, 2018, the PDC received a check for $575 from the Pacific County Democratic Central Committee for exceeding the anonymous contribution limits, that was forwarded to the Department of Enterprise Services, a state agency that processes and handles small agencies collections, for deposit into the state General Fund in accordance with the statute.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Pacific County Democratic Central Committee have been formally warned concerning their failure to timely file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities, including carrying forward the correct cash on hand from the prior year, properly accounting for contributions received, and adherence to the anonymous contribution limit. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Pacific County Democratic Central Committee will timely file accurate and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years, should the Committee become active again in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the above, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Based on our findings, PDC staff is reminding the Spokane Valley Firefighters PAC about the importance of timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, for any future committee activities.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on December 21, 2017. The complaint alleged that the Washington Coalition to Amend the Constitution may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to file timely and accurate reports disclosing campaign contribution (C-3 reports) and expenditure (C-4 reports) activities. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed all the exhibits submitted with the complaint, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Washington Coalition to Amend the Constitution (Committee), and the July 23, 2018 response letter received from the Committee.
Based on our findings, the Washington Coalition to Amend the Constitution Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely report its contribution and expenditure reports pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b). The formal written warning conveys our expectation that the Washington Coalition to Amend the Constitution will fully comply with the requirement to timely file contribution and expenditure reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning if there are any PDC law or rule violations by Washington Coalition to Amend the Constitution should they decide to register again as a political committee in the future.
Based on the above, the PDC has dismissed your complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Bill Fishburn will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Bill Fishburn files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Andrew Saturn on April 4, 2018. The complaint alleged that Affordable Housing Council of Olympia Master Builders (Respondent), a political committee, may have violated RCW 42.17A.255, .260 and .305 for failure to disclose independent expenditures and electioneering communications; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC report filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to identify top contributors in sponsor identification, does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Affordable Housing Council of Olympia Master Builders about the importance of the timely disclosure of all independent expenditure and electioneering communication activities; as well as the requirement for complete and accurate sponsor identification on political advertising and electioneering communications, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on March 28, 2018 against the above referenced committee. The complaint alleged that the United Food & Commercial Workers Local 1439 ABC Fund, violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to file all reports timely does not appear to support a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1439 ABC Fund will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely report its contribution and expenditure activities. The formal written warning conveys our expectation that the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1439 ABC Fund will fully comply with the requirement to timely file contribution and expenditure reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning if there are any future PDC law or rule violations by United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1439 ABC Fund.
Based on the above, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file the C-1 report does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, filing a C-1 Candidate Registration form six days late does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lisa Homer about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including timely registration of campaigns. PDC staff expects the timely filing of all future PDC reports, including the C-1 report.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has dismissed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/33886 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""33886 Denton Melissa Complaint Return.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/459/33886%20Denton%20Melissa%20Complaint%20Return.pdf"", ""description"" : ""33886 Denton Melissa Complaint Return.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""33886 Denton Melissa Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/459/33886%20Denton%20Melissa%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""33886 Denton Melissa Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 04/07/2019 02:33:37 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 7294 458 33891 04/08/2018 04/08/2018 10/28/2019 Conner Edwards Yes to SCS Committee & Officers Safer Is Better - Yes To Safe Consumption Sites (SCS): Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.255, .205, .235, .320 for failure to timely disclose expenditures, contributions, statement of organization, and sponsor identification. (APR 2018) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - InitiativeThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Conner Edwards filed on April 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Safer is Better – Yes to SCS (Respondent), a project of the Public Defender Association, a nonprofit organization, may have violated RCW 42.17A.255 for failure to timely disclose independent expenditures; RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file a Political Committee Registration (C-1pc report); RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Campaign Full Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions received and expenditures undertaken in an election campaign; and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising, including the Top Five contributors.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; and the website and videos produced by the Respondent; to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Stevens County Democratic Central Committee about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which Stevens County Democratic Central Committee is participating by making monetary or in-kind contributions to candidates.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Washington Cannabusiness Association PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Washington Cannabusiness Association PAC files timely and complete C-4 reports, including amending quickly when necessary, in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 10, 2018 against LM PAC, a continuing political committee registered with the PDC. The complaint alleged that LM PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 report) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), and several other allegations.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, reviewed the Committee Registrations (C-1pc reports), and C-3 and C-4 reports filed by LM PAC and the response to the complaint provided by Laurie Jinkins, LM PAC Chair.
On November 13, 2018, Laurie Jinkins, LM PAC Chair, hand delivered the signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging two violations of RCW 42.17A.235 along with the $300 civil penalty that was assessed in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule). By completing the SOU, Ms. Jinkins, on behalf of LM PAC, acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely two C-4 reports.
PDC staff dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing the remaining allegations in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 10, 2018. The complaint alleged that the 17th Legislative District Democratic Central Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .265, .205, .220, .320, .255 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, books of account, committee registration, and sponsor ID.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the 17th Legislative District Democratic Central Committee about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including prompt amendments when necessary, in future years even when they are not supporting candidates by making monetary or in-kind contributions.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding NARAL Pro-Choice Washington PAC about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which the committee is participating.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The ILWU filed a C1-PC in 2014, 2017 and 2018. On each, the PAC selecting mini reporting as its filing option, stating it will raise and spend no more than $5,000 and will receive no more than $500 from any one contributor.
The PAC did not file a C1-PC in 2015 and 2016, however did meet the requirements for mini reporting those years.
PDC staff reminded International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 52 PAC, about the importance of timely filings of all future PDC reports, including the C1-PC report. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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On March 25, 2020, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations listed in the complaint as noted in the attached letter listed below.
A proposed Stipulation has been executed by both parties and will be presented to the Commission at the enforcement hearing for their consideration (See attached Stipulation document below). The Stipulation can be accepted, modified or rejected by the Commission.
At the March 26, 2020 enforcement hearing, the Commission accepted the Stipulation of Facts, Violations an Penalty (see attached Final Order PDF below) assessing a civil penalty of $2,500 with $1,250 suspended, as follows: (1) a total of $1,500, including $750 for the late filed 2016 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report, and $750 for the late filed 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 reports; and (2) $1,000, including $250 for each of the four late filed C-3 reports.
The $1,250 of the penalty is suspended based on the conditions: (1) The Committee is not found to have committed any further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 within four years of the date of the final order in this matter. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction; (2) The Committee is in compliance with all reporting requirements; and (3) The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($1,250) is paid by the Committee within 30 days of the date of the final order in this matter. If the Respondent fails to make timely payment of the non-suspended portion of the penalty, the suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission.
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If the Respondent fails to comply with any of the conditions of this Order, the suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due without further action by the Commission."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-04-24"", ""amount"" : 1250.00, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/24/2020 02:02:17 PM Commission or presiding officer heard case and found violation. 7305 445 34455 04/11/2018 04/11/2018 11/09/2018 Glen Morgan Ruth Perez Perez-Madrigal Ruth: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.235, .265, .205, .220, 320, .255 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, books of account, committee registration, and sponsor ID. (APR 2018) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320, RCW 29B.25.060/42.17A.220, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.140/42.17A.265, RCW 29B.40.080/42.17A.425 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe complaint alleged the Committee violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
For the 2015 election cycle, the Committee timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary and 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 reports. The 21-Day Pre-General C-4 report was filed one day late, and the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was filed 18 days late and 10 days after the 2015 General Election.
For the 2017 election cycle, the Committee timely filed the 21-Day Pre-Primary, 7-Day Pre-Primary Election, 21-Day Pre-General, and the 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports.
Ruth Perez-Madrigal hired an experienced treasurer in 2017, and (2) in 2017, the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Primary Election plus the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports were all filed timely, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC is reminding Ruth Perez-Madrigal about the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
For the 2017 election, the Campaign failed to timely file several of the required weekly C-3 reports, and there were instances where the Campaign failed to timely deposit contributions within five business days of receipt.
Ms. Woock indicated she experienced technical issues using the Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA), the electronic filing software provided by the PDC, and that her treasurer had problems with ORCA.
Based on these findings, and the facts that the Jeni Woock Campaign timely filed the 21-Day and 7-day Pre-General election C-4 reports, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) Jeni Woock will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements and to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
PDC staff has the expectation that Ms. Woock will timely file complete and accurate reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules, including the timely depositing of contributions within five business days of receipt.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint you filed, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the Campaign Registrations (C-1 reports), Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing minor contribution and expenditure activities, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Ms. Reed will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will convey staff’s expectation that Ms. Roslynne Reed files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The PDC has closed this matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed your complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint you filed, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the Campaign Registrations (C-1s), Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Mr. Lilliquist will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will convey staff’s expectation that Mr. Lilliquist will fully comply with the requirement to timely file contribution and expenditure reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws and rules.
The PDC has closed this matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Christy Watts (1) was a first-time candidate; and (2) was defeated in the Nov. 7, 2017 general election and (3) acknowledged a violation when she requested a change from mini to full reporting. Staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1), Christy Watts will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements and to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. PDC staff has the expectation that Watts will timely file complete and accurate reports in any future years as a candidate in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 11, 2018, against Alishia Topper a candidate for State Representative in 2016 and Vancouver City Council in 2017. The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaints in light of PDC laws and rules in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the Candidate Registration (C-1), C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Elect Alishia Topper (Campaign) and the response from Taki V. Flevaris of Pacifica Law Group, Counsel for the Topper Campaigns.
Based on our findings, (1) Alishia Topper has filed close to 420 commission reports since 2013 with the majority filed timely and (2) the 2017 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports was filed timely, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC is reminding Alishia Topper about the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
In addition, the PDC has also dismissed the allegations listed in the complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since you failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely disclose an isolated number of contributions on C-3 reports, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Washington Public Employee Association about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
The (1) Puget Sound District Council ILWU-PAC was a first-time filer in 2017; (2) the Committee spent less than $7,500 on five candidates; (3) several of the reports listed as late showed no activity and were not required; and (4) all of its funds were from the organization that created it, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file all reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) Puget Sound District Council ILWU-PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to comply with the reporting requirements to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. PDC staff has the expectation the Committee will timely file complete and accurate reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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• Allegation One: Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports.
• Allegation Two: Violation of RCW 42.17A.265 for failure to report last minute contributions.
• Allegation Three: Violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to list committee officers and update C-1pc.
• Allegation Four: Violation of RCW 42.17A.425 for unauthorized expenditures of funds by an individual not listed as an officer on form C-1/C-1pc.
• Allegation Five: Violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to preserve books of accounts and campaign finance records.
• Allegation Six: Violation of RCW 42.17A.220 for unauthorized depositing of campaign funds into bank account by a non-treasurer.
• Allegation Seven: Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include Sponsor ID.
• Allegation Eight: Violation of RCW 42.17A.255 for failure to timely file C-6 independent expenditures.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to file all C-3 and C-4 reports timely does not appear to support a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Sameer Ranade will receive a formal written warning concerning the committee’s failure to comply with the filing requirements noted above. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Sameer Ranade file reports of contributions and expenditures in accordance with PDC laws and rules should he become a candidate in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Nick Petrish and the response from Petrish, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations. Allegations two through seven were based “on information and belief” but the complainant failed to provide any evidence to substantiate the allegations. Therefore, staff did not review these allegations.
Based on staff findings, and the fact Petrish does not currently hold public office and has not had a filing requirement with the PDC since 2016, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Nick Petrish about the importance of timely disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities and timely filing all future PDC reports in accordance with statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding WA Housing Alliance Action Fund PAC about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Citizens for Judicial Excellence (CJEPAC) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .265, .205, .220, .320, .255 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, books of account, committee registration, and sponsor ID.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 reports covering activity during one election cycle, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Citizens for Judicial Excellence about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which CJEPAC participates by making monetary or in-kind contributions to candidates.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Spokane Regional Labor Council AFL-CIO COPE will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Spokane Regional Labor Council AFL-CIO COPE files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 11, 2018 Your complaint alleged that Raise Up Washington PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .265, .205, .220, 320, & .255 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, books of account, committee registration, and sponsor ID.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Bellevue Firefighters PAC may have violated RCW 42.17A.235, .265, .205, .220, 320, & .255 for failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions, expenditures, books of account, committee registration, and sponsor ID.
Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Bellevue Firefighters PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Bellevue Firefighters PAC files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Kitsap County Democratic Women PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Kitsap County Democratic Women PAC will file timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which Kitsap County Democratic Women PAC participates by making monetary or in-kind contributions to candidates. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file C-3 reports disclosing a small amount of total contributions and a small number of C-4 reports, most of which had little activity or were submitted before the relevant election, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Amy Ockerlander (Friends of Amy O) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
On June 22, 2017, Amy Ockerlander requested to change from Mini to Full Reporting. This request was approved by Peter Lavallee, Executive Director of the PDC, on July 6, 2017.
As of August 2018, Amy Ockerlander was in compliance with Full Reporting, filing her C-3 and C-4 reports timely.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file her Surplus Funds Account reports does not appear to be an actual material violation warranting further investigation. However, staff is reminding Karen Valenzuela about the importance of timely and accurately filing Surplus Funds Account reports, should she have such a fund in future years.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this case.
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Staff’s review determined the Committee failed to timely file a small number of initial C-3 and C-4 reports and amended C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing minor contribution and expenditure activities.
WSSR–PAC stated that the Committee did not make contributions to candidates prior to the primary election being held or otherwise participate in the primary elections until 2018.
Based on these findings, and the facts that WRRC-PAC timely filed its C-3 reports in 2018, and its 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports, the failure to timely file a small number of contribution and expenditure reports does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 19, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, insufficient evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Marty McClendon, Chairman and Patrick Plumb, Treasurer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the expenditures made by Pierce County Republican Party Committee (PCRP) for the production and distribution of postcards in opposition to the Peninsula School District 41 Bond Prop. 1, were done without communication or collaboration with Responsible Taxation of Citizens (RTC), a ballot committee opposing Prop. 1 and were required to be disclosed only by PCRP on a C-6 and C-4.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Mr. Turner stated that he did not use any Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office resources or facilities to draft or produce the letter referenced in the complaint, including the use of his Sheriff’s Office computer, equipment, letterhead, stationary or postage. He stated: “The letter in question was drafted on my personal computer using a letterhead which I created on a personal word document and then saved in a personally owned PDF software format...the letterhead I created uses the words “Office of the Sheriff,” uses other factual information, and uses the badge which I personally designed. I understand how a member of the public may think that this letter was drafted at work on a public computer, however this was not the case. As to working hours: this letter was drafted on my own time, not at work, and not at a public facility.”
Mr. Turner stated a copy of the letter was posted on the official Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page saying good-bye to him since he had recently announced that he was not seeking re-election to a third term as Sheriff. The Facebook post went on to thank him for his eight years of service, and included a copy of the letter that he sent electronically urging support for Mark Crider as his replacement. He stated the letter that was posted ""was done without my knowledge by someone other than myself. Once this complaint and issue was brought to my attention by the PDC, I immediately directed that the post and all related attachments and comments be removed.""
Since Sheriff Turner had no prior PDC violations, took immediate corrective action to remove the prohibited posting of the letter endorsing undersheriff Crider, and is no longer in office, PDC staff determined that in this instance, the facts do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. While Sheriff Turner is no longer in office, PDC staff is reminding him in the letter about the prohibitions against using the facilities of a public agency to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition, should he become a public employee again in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its initial review of the complaint filed by Kenneth (K.C.) Shankland on May 3, 2018. The complaint alleged that Chad Magendanz sponsored political advertising that falsely represented he is the incumbent for the office of State Representative in the 5th Legislative District that he is seeking, when he is not the incumbent, an alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b). The complaint also alleged that Mr. Magendanz sponsored political advertising that made a false claim stating or implying the support or endorsement of elected officials, and the Municipal League of King County, alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.335(1)(c).
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by John Dempsey and Carolyn Merrival; and the production of commercial advertiser records for the Facebook page Replace Mark Lindquist: Restore Integrity to the PCPAO, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to disclose sponsor identification on paid political advertising does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Carolyn Merrival will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to disclose sponsor identification on political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Carolyn Merrival timely, accurately, and completely discloses sponsorship information on any future political advertising. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to identity party preference and position on yard signs does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Marco Padilla violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the applicable PDC reports; and the response from Marco Padilla, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings, and the fact Padilla was a first-time candidate and did not advance past the 2018 Primary Election, staff has determined in this instance, Marco Padilla’s failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Marco Padilla will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning includes staff’s expectation Marco Padilla will, in the future, timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures as required by RCW 42.17A.235. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on future Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the facts surrounding the alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.430 by failing to properly dispose of surplus funds at the end of the campaign supporting Proposition 16-8, and RCW 42.17A.445 by using the surplus funds for a personal purpose, does not support evidence of a material violation warranting a formal investigation.
The governors of Go Big Tri-Cities will be reminded that if they are involved with a corporate or non-profit entity in the future that engages in activities reportable by a political committee, to establish a separate political committee with a separate bank account and keep all PAC activities separate from corporate activities.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Energy Northwest, a public agency and municipal corporation that was created in 1957 by the Washington State legislature, operates under RCW 43.52, and “has the authority to acquire, build, operate, develop, and own a diverse mix of power plants and systems for the generation and transmission of electricity.”
Based on staff's review, no evidence was provided or found indicating that Energy Northwest met the definition of a political committee, either as a receiver of contributions, or maker of expenditures to support candidates or political committees; and met the definition as either a grass roots lobbying organization or as a lobbyist.
Energy Northwest is a public agency that filed L-5 reports disclosing lobbying activities undertaken by a private contract lobbying firm, as permitted under PDC laws and rules. PDC staff found no evidence in this matter constituting an actual violation warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint filed against Energy Northwest in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff has determined, in this instance, the alleged use of facilities by Michael Haas does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation, including applicable statutes, rules and the reporting requirements and found that the evidence submitted by the complainant does not support/substantiate the complainant's allegation that Mr. Manus started campaigning in 2017 and therefore should have filed the Candidate Registration in 2017.
Based on this finding staff determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the unauthorized placement of campaign signs and failure to include party affiliation on the signs does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules, and Interpretation #01-03, and the August 28, 2018 response from Lauren C. McElroy, an attorney with Porter, Foster and Rorick, LLP on behalf of the client, Tahoma School District.
The Tahoma School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/37408 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""Complaint Attach - Tahoma School District - Appendix.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/350/Complaint%20Attach%20-%20Tahoma%20School%20District%20-%20Appendix.pdf"", ""description"" : ""Complaint Attach - Tahoma School District - Appendix.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/350/37408%20Tahoma%20School%20District%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Complaint Return (Nelson).pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/350/37408%20Tahoma%20School%20District%20Complaint%20Return%20%28Nelson%29.pdf"", ""description"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Complaint Return (Nelson).pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/350/37408%20Tahoma%20School%20District%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : ""37408 Tahoma School District Response.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}]" 11/27/2019 12:01:22 PM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 7346 385 36732 06/08/2018 06/08/2018 07/24/2018 Open Segers Robert Moelder Moelder, Robert: Alleged Violation of RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify party affiliation in political advertising. (JUNE 2018) RCW 29B.30.050/42.17A.320 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThe Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Opal Segers on June 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Robert Moelder may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to identify party affiliation in campaign signs.
Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to include party affiliation on campaign signs does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Robert Moelder about the importance of including political party affiliation when a party preference has been declared on a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) or Declaration of Candidacy. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the use of a police uniform to assist a 2014 political campaign does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dan Blasdel on June 22, 2018. The complaint alleged that Curtis McGary, a candidate for Franklin County Coroner in 2018, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include his political party preference on political advertising sponsored by his campaign.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Curtis McGary will receive a formal written warning concerning his failure to comply with the political advertising requirements noted above. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Curtis McGary will include the required sponsor identification and political party preference on all future political advertisements undertaken by his campaign in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely report the money raised and spent to pay its penalty in PDC Case 9059, and the late reporting of an in-kind contribution covering the cost of its legal fees, does not appear to support a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Spokane for Honest Government PAC about the importance of timely reporting all contributions and expenditures, including money raised and spent to pay penalties, in the event the committee becomes a political committee in the future.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff is reminding Derek Young about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the implication of false incumbency does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on June 18, 2018. The complaint alleged that Linda Oosterman may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to properly report the filing fee and RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to identify the employer and occupation for a loan.
PDC Staff has determined that the alleged non-compliance that appears to constitute violations of PDC laws and rules made by Linda Oosterman are remedial in nature, and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. They involved expenditures totaling no more than $500, occurred more than 30 days before the election, were inadvertent and minor in nature, and did not materially affect the public interest. Linda Oosterman took corrective action as required by law for a remedial violation (within 5 business days after notification by PDC staff, or within 21 days after a report was due to be filed). Linda Oosterman also substantially met all other required filing due dates within the previous 12-month period.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner and William Downing. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Fox Blackhom-Delph, PDC Compliance Coordinator; Tabatha Blacksmith, PDC Compliance Coordinator; and Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer on behalf of PDC Staff. Respondent Iris Carias did not participate in the proceeding. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing
to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 201 7, due not later
than April 16, 2018.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17 A RCW,
the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative
Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. RCW 42.17 A. 700 states in part: ""After January I st and before April 15th of each year, every elected official and every executive state officer shall file with the commission a statement
of financial affairs for the preceding calendar year.""
3. WAC 390-24-025 states in part: ""Any person holding elected public office, except as
exempted by the te1ms of RCW 42.17 A. 700, ... is required to file the statement of financial
affairs if such person holds such public office between January 1 and April 15 of any year. Such
report shall be for the preceding calendar year.""
4. Respondent Iris Carias violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing to timely file a Personal
Pinancial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2017.
ORDER
Based upon the Findings and Conclusions, the Commission orders that:
1. The Initial Order is AMENDED and $150 of Respondent lris Carias's total civil penalty
of $250 is suspended on the condition that she file her F-1 report by November 2, 2018, and pay
the remaining $100 fine within 30 days of the date of this Amended Final Order. If by November
2, 2018, the F-1 report is not filed, or within 30 days of this Amended Final Order the nonsuspended
$ 100 fine is not paid, the total civil penalty of $250 is due and payable within 30 days
of the date of this Amended Final Order without further action by the Commission.
2. Iris Carias shall timely file future F-t reports as required by Chapter 42.17 A RCW.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Nansen Malin, Karen Harrell, and Debra Oakes in June, 2018. The complaints alleged that Don Pape may have violated RCW 42.17A.335 for falsely representing himself in campaign signs as an incumbent.
PDC staff is reminding Don Pape about the importance of clear communication in political advertising and informing Don Pape to use clarifying terms such as ""elect"" in order to avoid further confusion and incumbency misrepresentation during future political campaigns. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Michael Killian on June 14, 2018. The complaint alleged that Jackie Lopez Giddens may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to disclose the filing fee and campaign signs on the expenditure report.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to disclose the filing fee and campaign signs does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Tamborine Borrelli on June 19, 2018. The complaint alleged that Tamborine Borrelli, a first-time candidate seeking the office of State Senator in the 2nd Legislative District, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the statutes and rules, the initial and amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Tamborine for Senate 2016 (Campaign), and the responses from Ms. Borrelli.
Tamborine Borrelli completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $300 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for: (1) failing to timely file the 21-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report and not properly itemizing expenditures during the 2016 election campaign; and (2) failing to timely file the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report during the 2016 election.
Based on our findings and the following facts,staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file the contribution and expenditure reports does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation since: (1) Tamborine Borrelli was a first-time candidate for public office in 2016; (2) The Campaign was inexperienced with the campaign finance reporting requirements; (3) The late filed C-3 reports represented less than five percent of total monetary and in-kind contributions received; and (4) Ms. Borrelli completed an SOU and paid a $300 civil penalty to resolve this matter
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Tamborine Borrelli will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file the additional C-3 and C-4 reports identified in this letter. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Tamborine Borrelli files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation warranting further investigation concerning the allegation that Governor Jay Inslee and DSHS have violated RCW 42.17A.495(3) by withholding financial contributions to political committees from the wage payments made to Individual Providers without first obtaining the written authorization of the Individual Providers.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely or accurately report the filing fee as an in-kind contribution or expenditure does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. Tye Menser made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of noncompliance, Tye Menser timely amended the reports, making the necessary technical corrections.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Tharinger for State Representative Campaign (Campaign), and the response from Mr. Tharinger.
Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports during the 2016 and 2018 elections does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. Several of the alleged late reports were inadvertent or minor in nature, and the late filed reports were submitted well before the election was held, so they did not materially affect the public interest.
PDC staff is reminding Steve Tharinger about the importance of the timely filing of C-3 and C-4 reports, disclosing all contribution and expenditure activities, including the timely filing of amended C-3 and C-4 reports, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the statutes and rules, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by AFT WA PAC, and the July 27, 2018 July 13, 2018, response letter from Dmitri Iglitzin and Sarah Derry, two attorneys with Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP on behalf of AFT WA PAC.
Based on these findings, and the fact that AFT WA PAC has no prior PDC violations, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the American Federation of Teachers Washington Committee on Political Education PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that AFT WA PAC file timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including the disclosure of the source of the funds used to pay for the Campaign signs, website and fundraising costs, and the failure to include sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by his Campaign, does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Keith Goehner will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, as well as the failure to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertisement(s). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the Goehner Campaign file accurate and timely C-3 and C-4 reports for the duration of the 2018 election cycle and that Keith Goehner shall ensure any future political advertisements undertaken by his Campaign, complies with all statutes and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there does not appear to be evidence supporting a finding of a violation warranting further investigation concerning the allegation that Governor Jay Inslee and DSHS have violated RCW 42.17A.495(3) by withholding financial contributions to political committees from the wage payments made to Individual Providers without first obtaining the written authorization of the Individual Providers.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The eight complaints were combined into one letter for the following cases: (1) Complaint #3 (PDC Case 15366); (2) Complaint #4 (PDC Case 18600); (3) Complaint #5 (PDC Case 21175); (4) Complaint #6 (PDC Case 21336); (5) Complaint #7 (PDC Case 23120); (6) Complaint #8 (PDC Case 24233); (7) Complaint #9 (PDC Case 25507); and (8) Complaint #10 (PDC Case 27088).
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra or pursuing enforcement action in this instance, which was also noted in the Attorney General’s letter to Mr. Morgan and Senator Dhingra (and cc:d to the PDC) concerning these complaints.
PDC staff would note that Ms. Dhingra was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and her Campaign filed a total of 692 campaign finance reports with the PDC for the 2017 election cycle that included 46 amended C-4 reports and 31 amended C-3 reports. A number of the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerned information disclosed on amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign. The Campaign stated the amendments were filed “to correct the record and the C-4 reports were filed as soon as the error was discovered. All reports filed were as accurate as the campaign was aware of at the time, and no concealment was intended.”
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements. The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Maxford Nelson on June 20, 2018 and the additional information provided on August 22, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Puyallup School District may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using school district facilities to process district employee voluntarily withheld payroll deductions, which were designated by the employee as contributions for theWashington Education Association's Political Action Committee (WEA-PAC), a political committee registered with the PDC, and the National Education Association Fund for Children and Education (NEA-FCPE).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules, and PDC Interpretation #01-03, and the July 17, 2018 response from Charles W. Lind, an attorney with Patterson, Buchanan, Fobes & Leitch, Inc. on behalf of the client Puyallup School District.
The Puyallup School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Sarah Kneller was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017. In addition, sufficient evidence was provided to PDC staff to demonstrate that there was a good-faith effort made on behalf of the Campaign to communicate with staff in order to electronically file reports, and resolve the software discrepancies that were encountered.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports during the 2017 election campaign as a first-time candidate does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Sarah Kneller about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and to maintain thorough records of technical issues so as to accurately distinguish between when a report is late as the result of software errors or due to noncompliance within the campaign.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC Interpretation #01-03, and the July 30, 2018 response from Dr. John Steach, Superintendent of the Evergreen School District.
The Evergreen School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the WA State Association for Justice, and the July 13, 2018, response letter from Dmitri Iglitzin and Laura Ewan, two attorneys with Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP on behalf of WSAJ.
PDC staff has determined that in this instance, the WA State Association for Justice failure to timely file the C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding the WA State Association for Justice about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
The PDC has closed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The complaint alleged that Preserve Park Control violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Committee Registration (C-1pc report); and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities as a political committee opposing a local ballot proposition.
The complaint alleged that Haihua (Eric) Yun, an individual, may have violated RCW 42.17A.320 by sponsoring political advertising in the form of a website in opposition to a 2018 candidate for office that failed to identify or contain the required sponsor identification.
Haihua (Eric) Yun stated he had spent less than $50, and that he added his name and address to the homepage of the website once he had spent more than $50.
Based on these findings, PDC staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding Haihua (Eric) Yun about the importance of including the sponsor identification on all future political advertisements sponsored by him, including websites and blog sites.
PDC staff is reminding Mr. Yun about the filing requirements as a political committee if he receives contributions or make expenditures in support of, or opposition to, any candidate or any ballot proposition, or to file an Independent Expenditure report (C-6 report) should he spend more than $100 of his personal funds to support or oppose any candidate or ballot proposition in 2018. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely register as a candidate by filing a C-1 report within two weeks of declaring candidacy, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Dean Berkeley will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely register as a candidate by filing a C-1 report within two weeks of declaring candidacy. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Dean Berkeley file timely and complete C-1 and F-1 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter,and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the requirement to timely file contribution and expenditure reports does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
Bruce Overstreet is a first-time candidate that made minor or ministerial errors on required reports by not timely disclosing the filing fee, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of noncompliance, Bruce Overstreet amended the C-4 report, making the necessary technical corrections. PDC staff is reminding Bruce Overstreet about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filing of all future PDC reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case
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Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner William Downing. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Fox Blackhorn-Delph, PDC Compliance Coordinator; Tabatha Blacksmith, PDC Compliance Coordinator; and Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer on behalf of PDC Staff. Respondent Stephen Holman participated telephonically. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing
to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2017 no later than
April 16, 2018.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. RCW 42.17A.700 states in part: ""After January 1st and before April 15th of each year, every elected official and every executive state officer shall file with the commission a statement of financial affairs for the preceding calendar year.""
3. WAC 390-24-025 states in part: ""Any person holding elected public office, except as exempted by the terms of RCW 42.17 A. 700, ... is required to file the statement of financial affairs if such person holds such public office between January 1 and April 15 of any year. Such report shall be for the preceding calendar year.""
4. Respondent Stephen Holman violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report
for calendar year 2017 no later than April 16, 2018.
ORDER
1. The Initial Order is AMENDED and the $250 total civil penalty is vacated due to the
following mitigating circumstances: the Respondent was not a candidate for election in 2017,
was served reminders of his obligations to an incorrect physical address and e-mail address, had
extenuating medical issues that prevented him from timely filing the F-1 report, and the
Respondent filed the F-1 report prior to the Review Hearing.
2. Respondent Stephen Holman will file all required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4) and have no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of this order.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the requirement to timely file contribution and expenditure reports does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Roger Lenk on July 5, 2018. The complaint alleged that Phillip Lemley may have violated RCW 42.17A.465 for an unauthorized loan transaction made without written agreement.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, inaccurate loan reporting and failure to maintain a written agreement for loans of candidate personal funds does not amount to a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Phillip Lemley will receive a formal written warning concerning inaccurate loan reporting and failure to maintain a written agreement for loans of candidate personal funds. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Phillip Lemley maintains proper books of account and properly reports all contribution and expenditure activity, including from candidate personal funds. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter,and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
PAYQWICK,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64863
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to PayQwick on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
At a September 22, 2022 Commission Meeting, the Commission heard the Respondent's request for a Reconsideration of the Order from its February 28, 2020 Brief Enforcement Hearing. At the 9/22/22 Reconsideration hearing, the Commission VACATED the finding of a violation and the penalty imposed at the 2/28/20 brief hearing.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Allen Lizakowski on July 7, 2018. The complaint alleged that the City of Ocean Shores may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using city utility resources to mail campaign documents in support of a ballot measure.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the use of a public facilities does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation since: (1) Historically, the PDC has routinely advised and held that with respect to election-related publications, one jurisdiction-wide objective and fair presentation of the facts per ballot measure is appropriate; (2) The City of Ocean Shores has customarily communicated with its residents in a manner similar to that undertaken for the ballot measure; and (3) The Public Disclosure Commission holds that it is not only the right, but the responsibility of local government to inform the general public of the operational and maintenance issues facing local agencies.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, there is no evidence supporting a finding of material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by James Lazar on July 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Rochester Water Association may have violated RCW 42.17A.405 by making an over-limit contribution to Candidate Blake (on behalf of the Larry, Gene or Judy Weaver) and that Candidate Blake may have violated RCW 42.17A.405, .460 & .270 by accepting an earmarked, over-limit contribution from Rochester Water Association.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
William Burkett on October 15, 2018, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on
October 25, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia,
Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing to
file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which
was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for
calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17 A RCW and
Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer.
The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance
Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written
materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17 A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April
16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $500,
in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable
within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $500 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. ""Cease and desist"" from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance
with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017
within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $500 civil penalty within 30 days of the date
of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise
Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
At the July 15, 2021, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer assessed a total civil
penalty of $250, of which $150 is suspended, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143. The $100
non-suspended penalty is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
Dear James Lazar:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by James Lazar on July 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Rochester Water Association may have violated RCW 42.17A.405 by making an over-limit contribution to Candidate Blake (on behalf of the Larry, Gene or Judy Weaver) and that Candidate Blake may have violated RCW 42.17A.405, .460 & .270 by accepting an earmarked, over-limit contribution from Rochester Water Association.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Fred Brown III on July 2, 2018. The complaint alleged that Kate Patterson Manke may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for using social media to support a political committee during public agency staff hours.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance regarding the use of public facilities to support a political campaign, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. O'Brien violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $100 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, and accepted the Statement of Understanding that he completed and the $100 penalty payment that he submitted prior to the hearing date.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Mary Brown on July 20, 2018. The complaint alleged that WA Forward may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to accurately disclose address information for vendors on the C-4 report.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to provide accurate address information for expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation. WA Forward made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of noncompliance, the Campaign timely amended their reports, making the necessary technical corrections within 24 hours of receiving the complaint.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the twenty-one day C-4 report was filed on-time and the evidence does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to DOROTHY PARSHLEY on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
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On August 13, 2018, the VoteforChan 2018 Campaign filed two C-3 reports, one of which was filed 21 days late and after the 2018 primary election being held disclosing $9,000 in monetary contributions received on July 18 and August 11, 2018. The late-filed C-3 report disclosed a $6,000 loan from the candidate, David Chan and was resubmitted the same day as an amendment with no changes. The C-3 report was filed timely on August 13 disclosed $3,000 in monetary contributions from three individual donors.
On August 13, 2018, the VoteforChan 2018 Campaign filed both the 21-day and 7-day Pre-Primary C-4 reports and filed the Post Primary C-4 report on September 25, 2018, disclosing $9,000 in total monetary contributions/loans received and $9,719 in total expenditures made.
Mr. Chan’s completed Statement of Understanding (SOU) and $300 civil penalty payment was received by the Department of Enterprise Services, a Washington State Agency that handles and processes penalty collections for small state agencies. The SOU from David Chan (VoteforChan) 2018 Campaign acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports.
The complaint alleged that David Chan (VoteforChan) 2018 Campaign for Snohomish Public Utility District No. 1 Commissioner, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely disclose monetary contribution and expenditure activities on C-3 and C-4 reports.
On August 13, 2018, the VoteforChan 2018 Campaign filed two C-3 reports, one of which was filed 21 days late and after the 2018 primary election being held disclosing $9,000 in monetary contributions received on July 18 and August 11, 2018. The late-filed C-3 report disclosed a $6,000 loan from the candidate, David Chan and was resubmitted the same day as an amendment with no changes. The C-3 report was filed timely on August 13 disclosed $3,000 in monetary contributions from three individual donors.
On August 13, 2018, the VoteforChan 2018 Campaign filed both the 21-day and 7-day Pre-Primary C-4 reports and filed the Post Primary C-4 report on September 25, 2018, disclosing $9,000 in total monetary contributions/loans received and $9,719 in total expenditures made.
Mr. Chan’s completed Statement of
Understanding (SOU) and $300 civil penalty payment was received by the
Department of Enterprise Services, a Washington State Agency that handles and
processes penalty collections for small state agencies. The SOU from
David Chan (VoteforChan) 2018 Campaign acknowledged violations of RCW
42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports.
The complaint alleged Mr. Haney violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities.
Mr. Haney: (1) was a first-time candidate; (2) had only $3,008 in total contribution and expenditure activities so his campaign could have qualified for the Mini Reporting option; and (3) was defeated in the August 7, 2018 primary election and filed a final report, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) Jed Haney will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements for a candidate under the Full Reporting option to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities undertaken by your Campaign, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
The formal written warning will include staff's expectation Mr. Haney timely files complete and accurate reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the unauthorized publication of Candidate Evans' photo in The ARC of the Peninsulas' July, 2018 newsletter does not amount to a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 or RCW 42.17A.305 warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the unauthorized publication of Candidate Evans' photo in The ARC of the Peninsulas' July, 2018 newsletter does not amount to a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 or RCW 42.17A.305 warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by David Jaderlund on July 27, 2018. Your complaint alleged that James Liebrecht may have violated RCW 42.17A.335(1)(b) by making a false statement of incumbency on a pamphlet distributed to voters.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the absence of language explicitly stating that the Respondent is not the incumbent does not amount of a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Joseph Yates on July 30, 2018. The complaint alleges that the Truth for Washington, a political committee registered with the PDC, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to disclose a sponsoring committees name as part of the Committee Registration (C-1pc report); and (2) RCW 42.17.320 by failing to include the complete sponsor identification for independent expenditure advertisements undertaken in support of a candidate, and the party preference of the candidates featured in advertisements.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint and the exhibits depicting the political advertisement, the C1pc report(s) filed by Truth for Washington, and the August 14, 2018 response letter from the Truth for Washington (by Orin Wells).
While the Truth for Washington failed to accurately report the sponsors name in the committee name on the C-1pc and in political advertisements, and to include the candidate(s) party preference, they did take corrective action for the final version of the advertisement prior to being aired on cable TV ad distribution. In addition, TFW also made a good faith effort of expeditiously amending their C1pc to reflect the sponsoring committee.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), this letter is a formal written warning for Truth for Washington concerning the importance of: (1) providing a complete sponsor identification and party preference of any candidate(s) featured on all future political advertisements, including independent expenditure advertisements; (2) timely amending the C-1pc report to include the name of a sponsor if the contributing committee or person meets the definition of a sponsor. This formal written warning covers our expectation that Truth for Washington will fully comply with the requirement listed above in the future. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are future PDC law or rule violations by the committee.
Based on the above review, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
This matter was heard by the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (Commission) on October 25, 2018, at the Public Disclosure Commission Office, 711 Capitol Way, Room 206, Olympia, Washington 98504. The hearing was held pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW, Chapter 42.17 A RCW, and Chapter 390-3 7 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner William Downing. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Fox Blackhom-Delph, PDC Compliance Coordinator; Tabatha Blacksmith, PDC Compliance Coordinator; and Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer on behalf of PDC Staff. Respondent Travis McGregor did not participate. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing
to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) for calendar year 2017 no later than
April 16, 2018.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. RCW 42.17 A. 700 states in part ""After January 1st and before April 15th of each year,
every elected official and every executive state officer shall file with the commission a statement
of financial affairs for the preceding calendar year.""
3. WAC 390-24-025 states in part: ""Any person holding elected public office, except as exempted by the terms of RCW 42.17 A. 700, ... is required to file the statement of financial affairs if such person holds such public office between January 1 and April 15 of any year. Such report shall be for the preceding calendar year.""
4. Respondent Travis McGregor violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing to file the F-1 report
for calendar year 2017 no later than April 16, 2018.
ORDER
1. The Initial Order is AMENDED and $150 of the $250 total civil penalty is suspended if the following conditions are met:
a. The non-suspended civil penalty of $100 is paid within 30 days of the date
of this order.
b. Respondent Travis McGregor files all required PDC reports in accordance
with RCW 42.17 A.755(4) and have no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of this order.
2. In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $100 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order, the entire amount shall become due without further action by the Commission.
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Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By August 21, 2018, the PDC received Virginia Lester's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
This matter was heard by the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission
(Commission) on October 25, 2018, at the Public Disclosure Commission Office, 711 Capitol
Way, Room 206, Olympia, Washington 98504. The hearing was held pursuant to Chapter 34.05
RCW, Chapter 42.17A RCW, and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David
Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner William Downing. Also present were
Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Tabatha Blacksmith
and Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinators on behalf of PDC Staff; and Assistant
Attorney General Chad Standifer representing PDC Staff. Respondent Robert Callahan was
contacted by phone per his request, but after three attempts at different times he was unavailable
and his presence was considered waived. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent Robert Callahan violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report) for calendar year 2017, due not later than April 16, 2018.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report) disclosing personal financial information for calendar year 2017 no later than April 16, 2018.
ORDER
1. Respondent Robert Callahan is assessed a total civil penalty of$250 for violation
of RCW 42.17A.700 which is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. The Respondent shall remain in compliance with all PDC reporting requirements.
By September 14, 2018, the PDC received Diane Tischer's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to ROBERT ROHRICK on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $1,000, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $1000 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $1000 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
By September 21, 2018, the PDC received Terri Jeffreys's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
The complaint alleged Secure School Choice for Washington violated (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely file a Committee Registration (C-1pc report) registering with the PDC as a political committee within two weeks of making an expenditure in any election campaign; (2) RCW 42.17A.240(2) for failing to properly disclose contributions received from contributors on Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports); and (3) RCW 42.17A.320 for failing to identify the complete sponsor identification on political advertisements sponsored by the Committee.
The Committee was merely posting information on its Facebook page, or merely reposting posts from other sites on its Facebook page. The contents posted on the Committee’s Facebook page did not require an expenditure of funds to distribute the information and did not meet the definition of a contribution in accordance with RCW 42.17A.005. Therefore, the Committee did not have a reporting obligation.
Mr. Miller acknowledged that the Committee filed several C-3 reports that failed to include the complete address information as required for contributors. On Nov. 9, 2018, the Committee filed four amended C-3 reports for deposits made April 10, April 30 and May 14, 2018, to include the complete address for several contributors. Mr. Miller indicated he continues to try and reach donors to gather employer information.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
PDC staff is reminding Secure School Choice for Washington and Tyler Miller about the importance of filing timely and accurately C-3 reports and C-4 reports in accordance with PDC laws, including complete contributor information, and the political advertising requirements, including the importance of clearly identifying sponsorship information on all forms of advertising, including social media advertising.
The following allegation has been made against the respondent STRONG REKAH T: LATE OR DEFICIENT PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S); RCW 42.17A.700
Above case closed by stipulation 7/09/2015.
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Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to PAUL PASTOR on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to EDWARD MURRAY on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to KAAREN HEIKES on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
By September 21, 2018, the PDC received Patricia Dziko's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Washington State Democrats on January 31, 2018. The complaint alleged that Robert McCaslin may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures, and RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bob McCaslin about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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STEVEN LA WREN CE on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on
September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way,
Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by
failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official,
which was due to be filed not later than April I 6, 2018, disclosing financial activities for
calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17 A RCW and
Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer.
The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance
Coordinator. At that hearing, STEVEN LAWRENCE was found in violation ofRCW
42.17A.700 and assessed a penalty of $150, which Commission staff requested be
reconsidered by the Commission Chair, due to new information not available at the time
of the original hearing. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April
16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Initial Order entered October 4, 2018 is
VACATED.
By September 21, 2018, the PDC received Robert Thorpe's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 21, 2018, the PDC received Erin McCardle's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 19, 2018, the PDC received Brian Kolstad's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to JENNIFER LAUTENBACH on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to KRISTIANA JOHNSON on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
The PDC received a payment of $100 on September 25, 2018, which has been credited toward the penalty.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $150 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to LYDIA ASSEFA-DAWSON on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
By September 11, 2018, the PDC received Steven Glenn's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
This matter was heard by the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (Commission) on December 6, 2018, at the Public Disclosure Commission Office, 711 Capitol Way, Room 206, Olympia, Washington 98504. The hearing was held pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW, Chapter42.17A RCW, and Title 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner William Downing. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Fox Blackhom-Delph, PDC Compliance Coordinator; Tabatha Blacksmith, PDC Compliance Coordinator; and Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer on behalf of PDC Staff. Respondent Logan Livingston attended in person. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing
to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity in the
calendar year 2017, no later than April 16, 2018.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17 A RCW,
the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative
Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. Respondent Logan Livingston violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing to timely file a
Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) disclosing financial activity in the calendar
year 2017, no later than April 16, 2018.
ORDER
1. The Initial Order is AMENDED and $900 of Respondent Logan Livingston's
total civil penalty of $1,000 is suspended if the following conditions are met:
a. That Respondent pay the remaining $100 penalty within 3 0 days of the date of
this Final Order.
b. That Respondent timely files all required PDC reports in accordance RCW
42.17 A. 755 and has no further violations of Chapter 42.17 A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of this Order.
2. In the event the Respondent fails to pay the non-suspended $100 civil penalty
within 30 days of the date of this Order, the entire amount shall become due without further
action by the Commission.
By September 19, 2018, the PDC received Catherine Stanford's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 12, 2018, the PDC received Brenda Fincher's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Tim Sheldon, an incumbent State Senator and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2014 and 2018, violated RCW 42.17A. 235 and .240 by failing to timely file the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports). The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) notified PDC staff that their office would not be taking action against Senator Sheldon concerning the Citizen Action Notice filed with their office.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint in light of PDC laws and rules in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), filed by the Tim Sheldon Campaign (Campaign), and the July 20, 2018 response letter from Senator Sheldon.
The 2014 Tim Sheldon Campaign received approximately $495,000 in contributions, and made expenditures totaling more than $480,000. While the Campaign failed to timely file the three campaign finance reports listed above, the December 2012 and July 2013 late filed C-4 reports are beyond the five-year statute of limitations and were filed almost 16 months prior to the 2014 general election. In addition, the $500 contribution that was deposited and reported late, was the only allegation concerning the 2018 Campaign, and represented less than .5% of the total contributions received.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Therefore, PDC is returning the complaint filed against Tim Sheldon without taking any formal action.
Although PDC will not be conducting a formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter, staff has reminded Mr. Sheldon of the importance of filing timely and accurate reports disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities for all future campaigns.
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Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 11, 2018, the PDC received Sheree Wen's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 7, 2018, the PDC received Ian Cotton's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 14, 2018, the PDC received Richard Emery's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
By September 24, 2018, the PDC received Gregory Oyler's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
This matter was heard by the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (Commission) on October 25, 2018, at the Public Disclosure Commission Office, 711 Capitol Way, Room 206, Olympia, Washington 98504. The hearing was held pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW, Chapter 42.17 A RCW, and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioner William Downing. Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission; Fox Blackhorn-Delph, PDC Compliance Coordinator; Tabatha Blacksmith, PDC Compliance Coordinator; and Assistant Attorney General Chad Standifer on behalf of PDC Staff. Respondent Mike Bishoff did not participate. The proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17 A RCW,
the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative
Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. RCW 42.17 A. 700 states in part: ""After January 1st and before April 15th of each year,
every elected official and every executive state officer shall file with the commission a statement
of financial affairs for the preceding calendar year.""3. WAC 390-24-025 states in part: ""Any person holding elected public office, except as
exempted by the terms of RCW 42.17 A.700, ... is required to file the statement of financial
affairs if such person holds such public office between January 1 and April 15 of any year. Such
report shall be for the preceding calendar year.""
4. Respondent Mike Bishoff violated RCW 42.17 A. 700 by failing to file the F-1 report for
calendar year 2017 no later than April 16, 2018.
ORDER
1. The Initial Order is AMEND ED and $100 of the $250 total civil penalty is suspended if
the following conditions are met:
a. The non-suspended civil penalty of$150 is paid within 30 days of the date of this order.
b. Respondent Mike Bishoff files all required PDC reports in accordance
with RCW 42. l 7A.755(4) and has no further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of this order.
2. In the event the Respondent fails to pay the non-suspended $150 civil penalty within 30
days of the date of this Order, the entire amount shall become due without further action by the
Commission.
By September 21, 2018, the PDC received Gerald Crossler's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
Frank Chopp, Speaker of the House of Representatives and a State Representative from the 43rd Legislative District, is alleged to have committed multiple violations of RCW 42.17A by: (1) failing to list himself as an officer on the Campaign Registration (C-1 report); (2) receiving contributions from a contributor that exceeded contribution limits; (3) failing to disclose the Occupation and Employer information for one individual that made a contribution of more than $100; (4) making expenditures from the surplus funds account to a non-registered charitable organization; (5) making reimbursements to the candidate for campaign related expenses without proper details.
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that Safest City Spokane may have violated RCW 42.17A.460 by failing to report certain contributions as earmarked for Spokane for Honest Government; and RCW 42.17A.240 by listing the union address rather than the individual address of each contributor.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on October 20, 2024. The complaint alleged violations of: RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file expenditure reports.
Applicable Laws & Rules
Background & Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that the committee appears to have violated RCW 42.17A. Based on the guidance provided to PDC staff by the Commission at its January 23, 2025, meeting, this matter is being resolved with a warning in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) due to current caseloads.
Any allegations regarding reporting by you for the 2023 campaign that are not otherwise addressed are also hereby dismissed.
You are required to comply with all PDC requirements in the future. Failure to do so could lead to further enforcement action.
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ROBERT JESSE HILL
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO FILE PERSONAL FINANCIAL AFFAIRS REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/22/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT JESSE HILL
By PDC Group Enforcement
RCW 42.17A.205, RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/26/2013
Case Closed or Final Order: 01/31/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.205: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
ROBERT JESSE HILL
RCW 42.17A.700
Hearing: FULL - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 09/26/2014
Case Closed or Final Order: 10/03/2014
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.700: VIOLATION
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On February 13, 2020, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) notified you of an alleged
failure to timely file Lobbyist Employer (L-3) Report disclosing Lobbyist Expenses for 2018.
PDC staff have reviewed this matter and found the following:
The PDC received your annual L-3 report for 2018 on February 13, 2020, as required by RCW
42.17A.630. As a Lobbyist employer, the yearly report is due by the last day of February of each
following year, making your report 350 days late.
PDC staff will now close PDC Case 64901 administratively and remove your name from our
hearing list.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed
this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal
investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
BEFORE THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
SAN JUAN SUN GROWN, LLC,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64873
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
San Juan Sun Grown, LLC on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent filed the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $150 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
BEFORE THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
BLACK ALLIANCE OF THURSTON COUNTY,
Respondent.
PDC Case 64895
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
the Black Alliance of Thurston County on February 13, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file Annual Lobbyist Employer Reports (L-3 Reports) as a lobbyist employer for the 2018 calendar year. The L-3 report was due to be filed no later than February 28, 2019.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabitha Townsend, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a lobbyist employer of a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2018.
2. As a lobbyist employer, the Respondent was required to file the L-3 report by the last day of February in 2019 disclosing the annual amount of lobbying expenses in the prior calendar year, such as lobbyist compensation, contributions and independent expenditures made, lobbying expenditures made, and compensation for professional services to entities held by state officials, successful state candidates, or their immediate families.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-3 report for 2018 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.630 by failing to file the L-3 reports by the last day of February, February 28, 2019, as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th day of March.
Public Disclosure Commission
BEFORE THE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COMMISSION
OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
In Re: Compliance with RCW 42.17A
ARMSTRONG & ASSOC.,
Respondent.
PDC Case 65097
Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and
Order Imposing Fine
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to Armstrong & Assoc. on February 14, 2020, a brief adjudicative proceeding was held on February 28, 2020, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file Monthly Lobbyist Expense Reports (L-2 Reports) as a lobbyist for the 2019 calendar year. The L-2 reports were due to be filed by the 15th of each month, disclosing lobbying activities in the previous calendar month.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Dave Ammons was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Tabatha Blacksmith, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. The Respondent was a registered lobbyist in the State of Washington during calendar year 2019.
2. As a registered lobbyist, the Respondent was required to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of each month, disclosing compensation and lobbying expenses in the prior calendar month, such as travel, entertainment, contributions, advertising, and other lobbying expenses.
3. The Respondent did not file the missing L-2 reports for January through December of 2019 prior to the date of the hearing.
4. The Respondent has no prior violations.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
Based on the above facts, as a matter of law, the Presiding Officer concludes as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to file the L-2 reports by the 15th of the month as required.
ORDER
On the basis of the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law,
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with the L-2 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143. The $250 penalty is due within 30 days from the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the assessed civil penalty within 90 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to outside collections for the amount owed.
This is an Initial Order of the Public Disclosure Commission.
Entered this 9th Day of March
Public Disclosure Commission
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed on July 28, 2020. The complaint alleged that Sharlett Mena, a candidate for State Representative in Legislative District 29, in the August 4, 2020 primary election, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing expenditures undertaken by the Campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dorian Waller, Campaign Consultant with Archway Consulting, on behalf of the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Sharlett Mena is a first-time candidate, with a volunteer treasurer, and has not previously been found in violation of the PDC campaign finance laws or rules. Although Ms. Mena employed the services of a consulting firm, Mr. Waller was not involved in the campaign reporting obligations. It appears that the reporting discrepancies were caused by a general lack of knowledge regarding the requirements for the disclosure of campaign expenses and not meant to conceal campaign activity from the public.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report a small number of expenditures, does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Sharlett Mena about the importance of the timely and accurate filing of campaign expenditures, specifically the detailed descriptions required for expenses, on future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 27782.17 7912.50 0.00 19869.67 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Kittitas County Democrats"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-02-26"", ""due_date"" : ""2024-07-01"", ""amount"" : 27782.17, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $15,825 with $7,912.50 suspended. $5,217.17 as forfeited anonymous contributions payable to the State of Washington. Costs & Fees: $5,000 as reasonable attorney fees, $1,500 in investigation costs, and $240 in court costs ($6,740). \""agrees to forfeit $5,217.17 to the State of Washington for over-limit contributions it received as identified in the First Amended Compliant. Such amount shall be paid in four equal installments of $1,305, starting July 1, 2018 every six months until paid in full as of January 1, 2020. \""agrees to pay the State the unsuspended portion of the civil penalty ($7,912.50) and fees and costs ($6,740) in payments of $1,650 every six months starting on July 1, 2020 until paid in full."", ""suspended_amount"" : 7912.50, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$7,912.50 suspended for a period of 4 years contingent on no findings of violations of the law committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-12-17"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2022-06-21"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-06-27"", ""amount"" : 1305.00, ""description"" : ""Over-Limit: Scheduled Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-12-30"", ""amount"" : 1302.17, ""description"" : ""Over-Limit: Scheduled Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2019-06-28"", ""amount"" : 1305.00, ""description"" : ""Over-Limit: Scheduled Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2018-12-01"", ""amount"" : 1305.00, ""description"" : ""Over-Limit: Scheduled Payment""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2020-06-25"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2021-07-01"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2021-12-23"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2022-12-29"", ""amount"" : 1650.00, ""description"" : ""Scheduled Payment - Paid""}, {""payment_date"" : ""2023-06-27"", ""amount"" : 4752.50, ""description"" : ""PAID""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 07/03/2023 12:38:33 PM 7554 46 39112 08/07/2018 08/07/2018 08/30/2018 Dan Clark, et al. Clark Leadership Clark Leadership: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 and Emergency Rule WAC 390-16-043 for failure to properly allow for inspection of books of account. (EY 18, Aug 18) WAC 390-16-043, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235 Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations Political Committee - Other "The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the three complaints filed by Joe Yates on August 10, 2018, against two political committees, Truth for Washington (PDC Case 39125), and Working Families of King County (PDC Case 39123), and Marlyn Jensen (PDC Case 39122) an individual.
The complaints alleged that: (1) Truth for Washington (TFW), and Working Families of King County (WFKC) may have violated RCW 42.17A.270 by receiving and spending earmarked contributions from Marylyn Jensen designated to benefit Randy Boss, a 2018 candidate for State Representative in the 26th Legislative District; and (2) Marlyn Jensen may have violated RCW 42.17A.405(2) by exceeding the contribution limits to Randy Boss by earmarking contributions through TFW and WFKC for independent expenditures made in opposition of Michelle Caldier, Randy Boss’s opponent.
For your information, in order to more efficiently use PDC resources, the three complaints you filed have been combined into one letter. PDC staff reviewed the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the complaint and the exhibits submitted including all other pertinent supplemental documentation and materials, campaign finance reports filed by TFW and WFKC, and the responses from Ms. Jensen, and the treasurer for TFW and WFKC.
Staff reviewed the C-1 reports filed by Randy Boss for 2018 and dating back to 1996, and Ms. Jensen was never disclosed as being a committee officer or principal decision maker for any of his campaigns. As noted in the letter, Ms. Jensen’s contributions to WFKC did not make her a sponsor of the committee, and Ms. Jensen has never been listed as a Committee officer or principal decisionmaker for either TFW or WFKC, nor has she been paid any committee funds as either a consultant or vendor.
Based on our findings, there was no evidence provided or found by staff indicating that Ms. Jensen earmarked, instructed or designated her contributions made to WFKC, were to be passed through to TFW and spent or otherwise used to produce independent expenditure advertisements in opposition to candidate Caldier, on behalf of the Randy Boss Campaign.
The PDC has dismissed the complaints against Marlyn Jensen, Truth for Washington, and the Working Families of King County in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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" 251505.85 104942.25 0.00 146563.60 0.00 false "[{""who"" : ""Service Employees International Union Leadership Council 14, AKA SEIU Washington State Council"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2019-02-15"", ""due_date"" : ""2019-03-17"", ""amount"" : 251505.85, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $233,205 with $104,942.25 suspended. Costs & Fees: $16,079.85 as attorneys' fees, $1,981 as costs of investigation, $240 as costs of trial (Paid to State). Due within 30 days from the date of the Judgment."", ""suspended_amount"" : 104942.25, ""suspended_amount_description"" : ""$104,942.25 suspended for a period of four (4) years contingent on no findings of violations of RCW 42.17A committed during the period of suspension."", ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : [{""payment_date"" : ""2020-03-14"", ""amount"" : 146563.60, ""description"" : ""Paid""}], ""sent_to_collections"" : null}]" 04/09/2021 03:01:18 PM 7557 41 39180 08/02/2018 08/02/2018 09/18/2018 Carl Olson Our Olympic Communities Enterprise Washington Our Olympic Communities Enterprise WA: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235, .240, .255, .260 & .305 & WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately report expenditures & political advertising and timely report contributions. (EY 18; Aug 18) WAC 390-16-037, RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240, RCW 29B.25.120/42.17A.255, RCW 29B.25.130/42.17A.260, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Other "For case information visit: https://www.atg.wa.gov/enforcement-campaign-finance-laws
" 41519.21 0.00 0.00 0.00 41519.21 true "[{""who"" : ""Nathan Choi"", ""address"" : null, ""order_date"" : ""2018-11-09"", ""due_date"" : ""2018-12-10"", ""amount"" : 41519.21, ""description"" : ""Principal Judgment: $11,250. Costs & Fees: Reasonable attorney fees $24,589.80, Costs of investigation $5,196.75, Court costs $482.66 (Paid to State). Due within 30 days of the Judgment.\n\n12% interest to be added (1% monthly) to total Judgment if not paid in full by 12/10/2018.\n\n12% of $41,519.21 = $4,982.31/12 = $415.19/mo.\n\nAccrued interest to date on total Judgment amount to be added =\n12/10/2019 = $4,982.31\n12/10/2020 = $4,982.31\n05/10/2021 = $2,075.95 - additional amounts to be added monthly if amount remains unpaid.\n\nPrincipal Judgment - $11,250.00\nAttorney Fees - $24,589.80\nCourt Costs - $482.66\nInvestigation Costs - $5,196.75\nAccrued interest to date on total Judgment - $12,040.57\nTotal as of 05/10/2021 - $53,559.78"", ""suspended_amount"" : 0.00, ""suspended_amount_description"" : null, ""reinstated_amount"" : 0.00, ""reinstated_amount_description"" : null, ""payments"" : null, ""sent_to_collections"" : true}]" 11/21/2025 02:13:28 PM 7559 40 39188 08/13/2018 11/20/2018 PDC Staff Jennifer Tyler Tyler, Jennifer: Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.205 & .700 for failure to timely file C-1 Candidate Registration & F-1 Statement of Personal Financial Affairs. (Group Enforcement 18) RCW 29B.55.010/42.17A.700, RCW 29B.25.020/42.17A.205 Violation Found by Commission Candidate - Local Candidate C1 & F1 "Allegation: Violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement CY 2020
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PDC staff reviewed the allegation in the complaint, PDC Interpretation #04-02, and the August 23, 2018 response from Rebecca Erickson.
Mayor Rebecca Erickson has a history of using the Poulsbo City Hall and Mayoral offices, in ways that are consistant with permissible activities related to candidate campaigns and ballot measures under PDC Interpretation #04-02 and not in violation of RCW 42.17A.555. No evidence was found that Mayor Erickson used the official Mayoral office to support her 2018 candidacy for State Representative.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The case was resolved via the Respondent's submission of the missing F-1 report, a signed Statement of Understanding and $100 penalty. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a). The PDC will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in this matter.
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In his response, Mr. Thobaben stated that he had inadvertently failed to identify his participation in the August 2018 primary election inside of his ORCA (Online Reporting of Campaign Activity) dataset and therefore missed the deadline for July reports. In addition, he stated that he was in transit, returning from annual training with the Marine Corps Reserve when the filing deadline for the 21-day and 7-day pre-primary C-4 reports passed and that the reports were filed immediately upon receiving notification regarding the missing reports. Mr. Thobaben confirmed that the Campaign yard signs, clothing and bumper stickers were exempt from the sponsor identification requirements identified in WAC 390-18-030.
Based on the fact that Christopher Thobaben is a first-time candidate for public office, he has no prior PDC violations and took quick corrective action to address the non-compliance issues identified in the complaint, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Mr. Thobaben will be reminded about the importance of complying with the reporting requirements for a candidate under the Full Reporting option to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures, including in-kind contributions, debts or other obligations, undertaken by his Campaign, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and ,240 for the duration of the 2018 election cycle.
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The complaint stated the WA Forward EC advertisements were coordinated, collaborated, or consulted with the SRCC and TLC PAC, since the SRCC and TLC PAC share staff and consultants, and shared or had some of the same Officers as WA Forward and that the candidates recruited, endorsed and/or supported by the SRCC exceeded contribution limits in violation of WAC 390-05-210 and RCW 42.17A.405. The complaint also alleged WA Forward violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the party preference for the Republican candidates featured or mentioned in the EC advertisements opposing Senator Steve Hobbs (D-44) and Claire Wilson (D-26).
The SRCC has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a caucus political committee dating back to at least the 1980’s. On February 10, 2017, the SRCC, the Republican Senate caucus political committee in Washington State, filed an amended C-1pc report as a Continuing Caucus Political Committee, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Justin Matheson and Senator John Braun, and listing Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On August 14, 2018, the SRCC filed an amended C-1pc report removing Senator John Braun as an officer, listing Justin Matheson as Campaign Manager, and Senator Steve O’Ban as an officer.
On June 1, 2017, TLC PAC filed an amended C-1pc report registering as a continuing political committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Senator Mark Schoesler and Peter Graves. The C-1pc report filed by TLC PAC listed Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer, is related to the SRCC sharing the same staff and consultants and has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a continuing political committee since 2002.
On June 1, 2018, WA Forward filed its initial C-1pc report listing The Leadership Council as a sponsor in its committee name, selecting the Full Reporting Option and disclosing as it’s Committee Officers, Senator Steve O’Ban and Senator Mark Schoesler, and Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On June 8, 2018, WA Forward filed an amended its C-1pc report adding Senator John Braun as a Committee Officer and removing Senator Steve O’Ban.
During the 2018 election, WA Forward received $1,675,000 in total monetary contributions received, of which $1,655,000 was received from TLC PAC representing 98.89% of all contributions received requiring TLC PAC to be included as the sponsor on the C-1pc report in the Committee name field, and as part of the name on all C-3, C-4 and C-6 reports filed with the PDC.
WA Forward made $1,616,157 in expenditures for EC’s during the 2018 election cycle that supported Republican 2018 Senate candidates Marty McClendon in the 26th Legislative District and Mark Miloscia in the 30th Legislative District, and opposed Democratic candidates Jessa Lewis in the 6th Legislative District; Emily Randall in the 26th Legislative District; Claire Wilson in the 30th Legislative District; Pinky Vargas in the 6th Legislative District, and Steven Hobbs in the 44th Legislative District.
WAC 390-05-210 defines contribution and when consulting with a caucus political committee would make an expenditure a contribution, to be when: “(1) Any arrangement, coordination or direction by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus is given to the expending person prior to the publication, distribution, display or broadcast of political advertising or electioneering communications…; or (2) An expenditure is made based on information about the caucus political committee's plans, projects or needs provided to the expending person by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus with a view toward having an expenditure made…”
Staff found no evidence that the EC expenditures made by WA Forward featuring or mentioning Republican candidates for office in 2018 were conducted in cooperation, consultation, concert, or collaboration with the SRCC, or any of the candidates supported by the SRCC. The expenditures made by WA Forward during the 2018 election cycle did not meet the statutory definition of a “contribution” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.005(13)(a)(ii), RCW 42.17A.310, and WAC 390-05-210.
As noted by Mr. Lamb in the responses, the SRCC and TLC PAC created a “firewall” which screened off State Senators Mark Schoesler and John Braun from all SRCC activities undertaken after June of 2018 through the end of the 2018 election cycle. Thus, WA Forward and the SRCC did not exceed the contribution limitations found in RCW 42.17A.405 for the electioneering communications WA Forward produced and distributed featuring or mentioning 2018 candidates.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Senate Republican Campaign Committee, The Leadership Council, and Washington Forward, 2018 committee activities did constitute a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations listed in three complaints you filed against the Senate Republican Campaign Committee (PDC Case 39244); The Leadership Council (PDC Case 39242), and Washington Forward (PDC Case 39241), in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint stated the WA Forward EC advertisements were coordinated, collaborated, or consulted with the SRCC and TLC PAC, since the SRCC and TLC PAC share staff and consultants, and shared or had some of the same Officers as WA Forward and that the candidates recruited, endorsed and/or supported by the SRCC exceeded contribution limits in violation of WAC 390-05-210 and RCW 42.17A.405. The complaint also alleged WA Forward violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the party preference for the Republican candidates featured or mentioned in the EC advertisements opposing Senator Steve Hobbs (D-44) and Claire Wilson (D-26).
The SRCC has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a caucus political committee dating back to at least the 1980’s. On February 10, 2017, the SRCC, the Republican Senate caucus political committee in Washington State, filed an amended C-1pc report as a Continuing Caucus Political Committee, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Justin Matheson and Senator John Braun, and listing Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On August 14, 2018, the SRCC filed an amended C-1pc report removing Senator John Braun as an officer, listing Justin Matheson as Campaign Manager, and Senator Steve O’Ban as an officer.
On June 1, 2017, TLC PAC filed an amended C-1pc report registering as a continuing political committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Senator Mark Schoesler and Peter Graves. The C-1pc report filed by TLC PAC listed Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer, is related to the SRCC sharing the same staff and consultants and has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a continuing political committee since 2002.
On June 1, 2018, WA Forward filed its initial C-1pc report listing The Leadership Council as a sponsor in its committee name, selecting the Full Reporting Option and disclosing as it’s Committee Officers, Senator Steve O’Ban and Senator Mark Schoesler, and Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On June 8, 2018, WA Forward filed an amended its C-1pc report adding Senator John Braun as a Committee Officer and removing Senator Steve O’Ban.
During the 2018 election, WA Forward received $1,675,000 in total monetary contributions received, of which $1,655,000 was received from TLC PAC representing 98.89% of all contributions received requiring TLC PAC to be included as the sponsor on the C-1pc report in the Committee name field, and as part of the name on all C-3, C-4 and C-6 reports filed with the PDC.
WA Forward made $1,616,157 in expenditures for EC’s during the 2018 election cycle that supported Republican 2018 Senate candidates Marty McClendon in the 26th Legislative District and Mark Miloscia in the 30th Legislative District, and opposed Democratic candidates Jessa Lewis in the 6th Legislative District; Emily Randall in the 26th Legislative District; Claire Wilson in the 30th Legislative District; Pinky Vargas in the 6th Legislative District, and Steven Hobbs in the 44th Legislative District.
WAC 390-05-210 defines contribution and when consulting with a caucus political committee would make an expenditure a contribution, to be when: “(1) Any arrangement, coordination or direction by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus is given to the expending person prior to the publication, distribution, display or broadcast of political advertising or electioneering communications…; or (2) An expenditure is made based on information about the caucus political committee's plans, projects or needs provided to the expending person by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus with a view toward having an expenditure made…”
Staff found no evidence that the EC expenditures made by WA Forward featuring or mentioning Republican candidates for office in 2018 were conducted in cooperation, consultation, concert, or collaboration with the SRCC, or any of the candidates supported by the SRCC. The expenditures made by WA Forward during the 2018 election cycle did not meet the statutory definition of a “contribution” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.005(13)(a)(ii), RCW 42.17A.310, and WAC 390-05-210.
As noted by Mr. Lamb in the responses, the SRCC and TLC PAC created a “firewall” which screened off State Senators Mark Schoesler and John Braun from all SRCC activities undertaken after June of 2018 through the end of the 2018 election cycle. Thus, WA Forward and the SRCC did not exceed the contribution limitations found in RCW 42.17A.405 for the electioneering communications WA Forward produced and distributed featuring or mentioning 2018 candidates.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Senate Republican Campaign Committee, The Leadership Council, and Washington Forward, 2018 committee activities did constitute a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations listed in three complaints you filed against the Senate Republican Campaign Committee (PDC Case 39244); The Leadership Council (PDC Case 39242), and Washington Forward (PDC Case 39241), in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Three complaints were filed against the Senate Republican Campaign Committee (SRCC - PDC Case 39244)), The Leadership Council (TLC PAC - PDC Case 39242)), and Washington Forward (WA Forward - PDC Case 39241)alleging that the 2018 electioneering communications (EC) advertisements paid for by WA Forward Sponsored by The Leadership Council, were actually contributions to the 2018 Republican candidates for the State Legislature that were featured in the advertisements.
The complaint stated the WA Forward EC advertisements were coordinated, collaborated, or consulted with the SRCC and TLC PAC, since the SRCC and TLC PAC share staff and consultants, and shared or had some of the same Officers as WA Forward and that the candidates recruited, endorsed and/or supported by the SRCC exceeded contribution limits in violation of WAC 390-05-210 and RCW 42.17A.405. The complaint also alleged WA Forward violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the party preference for the Republican candidates featured or mentioned in the EC advertisements opposing Senator Steve Hobbs (D-44) and Claire Wilson (D-26).
The SRCC has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a caucus political committee dating back to at least the 1980’s. On February 10, 2017, the SRCC, the Republican Senate caucus political committee in Washington State, filed an amended C-1pc report as a Continuing Caucus Political Committee, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Justin Matheson and Senator John Braun, and listing Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On August 14, 2018, the SRCC filed an amended C-1pc report removing Senator John Braun as an officer, listing Justin Matheson as Campaign Manager, and Senator Steve O’Ban as an officer.
On June 1, 2017, TLC PAC filed an amended C-1pc report registering as a continuing political committee, selecting the Full Reporting Option, and disclosing its Officers at the time the complaint was filed as Senator Mark Schoesler and Peter Graves. The C-1pc report filed by TLC PAC listed Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer, is related to the SRCC sharing the same staff and consultants and has been registered and reporting with the PDC as a continuing political committee since 2002.
On June 1, 2018, WA Forward filed its initial C-1pc report listing The Leadership Council as a sponsor in its committee name, selecting the Full Reporting Option and disclosing as it’s Committee Officers, Senator Steve O’Ban and Senator Mark Schoesler, and Tom Perry as a Ministerial Treasurer. On June 8, 2018, WA Forward filed an amended its C-1pc report adding Senator John Braun as a Committee Officer and removing Senator Steve O’Ban.
During the 2018 election, WA Forward received $1,675,000 in total monetary contributions received, of which $1,655,000 was received from TLC PAC representing 98.89% of all contributions received requiring TLC PAC to be included as the sponsor on the C-1pc report in the Committee name field, and as part of the name on all C-3, C-4 and C-6 reports filed with the PDC.
WA Forward made $1,616,157 in expenditures for EC’s during the 2018 election cycle that supported Republican 2018 Senate candidates Marty McClendon in the 26th Legislative District and Mark Miloscia in the 30th Legislative District, and opposed Democratic candidates Jessa Lewis in the 6th Legislative District; Emily Randall in the 26th Legislative District; Claire Wilson in the 30th Legislative District; Pinky Vargas in the 6th Legislative District, and Steven Hobbs in the 44th Legislative District.
WAC 390-05-210 defines contribution and when consulting with a caucus political committee would make an expenditure a contribution, to be when: “(1) Any arrangement, coordination or direction by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus is given to the expending person prior to the publication, distribution, display or broadcast of political advertising or electioneering communications…; or (2) An expenditure is made based on information about the caucus political committee's plans, projects or needs provided to the expending person by the caucus political committee, its agent or another political committee financed, controlled or operated by the caucus with a view toward having an expenditure made…”
Staff found no evidence that the EC expenditures made by WA Forward featuring or mentioning Republican candidates for office in 2018 were conducted in cooperation, consultation, concert, or collaboration with the SRCC, or any of the candidates supported by the SRCC. The expenditures made by WA Forward during the 2018 election cycle did not meet the statutory definition of a “contribution” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.005(13)(a)(ii), RCW 42.17A.310, and WAC 390-05-210.
As noted by Mr. Lamb in the responses, the SRCC and TLC PAC created a “firewall” which screened off State Senators Mark Schoesler and John Braun from all SRCC activities undertaken after June of 2018 through the end of the 2018 election cycle. Thus, WA Forward and the SRCC did not exceed the contribution limitations found in RCW 42.17A.405 for the electioneering communications WA Forward produced and distributed featuring or mentioning 2018 candidates.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Senate Republican Campaign Committee, The Leadership Council, and Washington Forward, 2018 committee activities did constitute a violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the allegations listed in three complaints you filed against the Senate Republican Campaign Committee (PDC Case 39244); The Leadership Council (PDC Case 39242), and Washington Forward (PDC Case 39241), in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaints alleged that: (1) Truth for Washington (TFW), and Working Families of King County (WFKC) may have violated RCW 42.17A.270 by receiving and spending earmarked contributions from Marylyn Jensen designated to benefit Randy Boss, a 2018 candidate for State Representative in the 26th Legislative District; and (2) Marlyn Jensen may have violated RCW 42.17A.405(2) by exceeding the contribution limits to Randy Boss by earmarking contributions through TFW and WFKC for independent expenditures made in opposition of Michelle Caldier, Randy Boss’s opponent.
For your information, in order to more efficiently use PDC resources, the three complaints you filed have been combined into one letter. PDC staff reviewed the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the complaint and the exhibits submitted including all other pertinent supplemental documentation and materials, campaign finance reports filed by TFW and WFKC, and the responses from Ms. Jensen, and the treasurer for TFW and WFKC.
Staff reviewed the C-1 reports filed by Randy Boss for 2018 and dating back to 1996, and Ms. Jensen was never disclosed as being a committee officer or principal decision maker for any of his campaigns. As noted in the letter, Ms. Jensen’s contributions to WFKC did not make her a sponsor of the committee, and Ms. Jensen has never been listed as a Committee officer or principal decision-maker for either TFW or WFKC, nor has she been paid any committee funds as either a consultant or vendor.
Based on our findings, there was no evidence provided or found by staff indicating that Ms. Jensen earmarked, instructed or designated her contributions made to WFKC, were to be passed through to TFW and spent or otherwise used to produce independent expenditure advertisements in opposition to candidate Caldier, on behalf of the Randy Boss Campaign.
The PDC has dismissed the complaints against Marlyn Jensen, Truth for Washington, and the Working Families of King County in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged Carol Frazey violated RCW 42.17A.235 by: (1) failing to timely and accurately file Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); (2) failing to maintain campaign books of account and make those records available for public inspection within 10 days of an election.
Carol Frazey is a first-time candidate for public office in 2018, and her campaign was comprised of all volunteers, with no prior PDC violations. The Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the PDC statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and timely filed the necessary amended reports when requested by PDC staff. In addition, Ms. Frazey facilitated the initial records inspection with the required 48 hours.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Ms. Frazey is reminded about the importance of filing accurate campaign finance reports for the remainder of the 2018 election cycle, including providing the proper breakdown and descriptions for expenditures, and complying with the public records inspection requirements.
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Summary and Resolution
Morgan’s complaint highlighted multiple instances from 2018 to 2023 where WEA-PAC did not include adequate descriptions of in-kind contributions received from Washington Education Association. In addition to monetary contributions from WEA members, WEA-PAC receives significant in-kind contributions from WEA that sustains its operation. No evidence was found that WEA-PAC reported in bad faith or intentionally provided inadequate descriptions of the in-kind contributions it received from WEA. WEA-PAC worked cooperatively with PDC staff to understand the level of detail being requested by staff. WEA-PAC then filed amended reports as instructed by staff for 2024 and 2025 and agreed to continue filing with the same level of detail, even if not explicitly required by statute or rule.
WEA-PAC has completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), without a civil penalty, in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and WAC 390-16-037 for not adequately reporting descriptions of in-kind contributions received beginning April 1, 2021. The SOU resolves the allegations made by Morgan in this case, and based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020. Staff expects WEA-PAC to provide compliant in-kind contribution descriptions in the future.
Edwards’ complaint concerned one C-3 report disclosing $2,200, filed six days late and one C-4 report filed one day late. The alleged failure to disclose the number of items purchased for a purchase of umbrellas did not involve political advertising and therefore, does not appear to be reportable. In this instance, filing one C-3 report six days late and one C-4 report one day late does not amount to a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020.At its June 27, 2019 meeting, the Commission found Sheryl Miller violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) a Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contributions received and expenditures made during the 2018 campaign, and by failing to facilitate an inspection of the campaign books of account during the eight-day period preceding an election. In addition, the Commission found Sheryl Miller violated RCW 42.17A.110 and WAC 390-16-043 by failing to provide the campaign books of account to PDC staff pursuant to a subpoena duces tecum being issued by PDC Staff.
The Commission assessed a total civil penalty of $5,000 of which $4,500 is suspended on the following conditions:
1. The missing C-3 and C-4 reports are filed with the PDC within 10 days of the date of this Final Order.
2. The $500 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid in accordance with a payment plan agreed to between you and PDC Staff within 10 days of the date of this Final Order.
3. You remain in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and are not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Connor Edwards on August 27, 2018. The complaint alleged that III Branches Law, a law firm making independent expenditures and electioneering communications supporting four candidates in the 2018 election, and its principal Joan Mell, may have violated RCW 42.17A.255 and RCW 42.17A.260 by failing to timely and accurately file independent expenditures of one hundred dollars or more within five days of the expenditure (C-6 reports) and RCW 42.17A.255, .260 and .305 by failing to electronically submit reports within 24 hours, disclosing electioneering communications with a value of one thousand dollars or more within 60 days before the primary election (C-6).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the C-6 reports filed by III Branches Law, and the response from attorney Kenneth S. Kagan, PLLC on behalf of the client III Branches Law and its principal Joan Mell.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), III Branches Law and its principal, Joan Mell, will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file independent expenditures of one hundred dollars or more within five days of the expenditure (C-6 reports) and RCW 42.17A.255, .260 and .305 by failing to electronically submit reports within 24 hours, disclosing electioneering communications with a value of one thousand dollars or more within 60 days before the primary election (C-6). The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the law firm file accurate and timely C-6 reports in future elections in which you participate. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence to support finding a material violation warranting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the C-4 reports filed by the James Erb Campaign, and the response from the Campaign.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), James Erb will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff's expectation that the Erb Campaign file accurate and timely C-3 and C-4 reports for the duration of the 2018 election cycle. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence was found to support finding a material violation warranting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 12, 2018, the Committee filed an amended C-4 for July of 2018.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) the No on 1631 Committee Sponsored by Western States Petroleum Association will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the legal requirement .
The formal written warning will include staff's expectation the No on 1631 Committee Sponsored by Western States Petroleum Association files timely and complete reports for the remainder of the 2018 election cycle, including the complete breakdown for all Committee expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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While the Committee failed to timely file the required Pre-Election C-4 reports, they did consistently file those reports on roughly the same interval from 2012 through 2018, and it did not appear the public was deprived of critical campaign information. Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the Committee’s failure to timely file its C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), however, IBEW 112 PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing all contribution and expenditures in accordance with the PDC laws, rules, and reporting requirements. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that IBEW 112 PAC timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, especially the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-Election C-4 reports, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Marc Boldt will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to accurately disclose personal and spousal income on F-1 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Boldt will file timely and complete F-1 reports, including income from himself, his spouse and all other reportable information required under RCW 42.17A.710, when completing F-1 reports in future years as a candidate or elected or appointed official. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to disclose his income and income from his spouse which had no connection to his official duties as chair of the Clark County Council, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) after reviewing the complaint filed by Joseph Schons on Sep. 17, 2025.
The complaint alleged:
Applicable Laws and Rules
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235(3)(a), each treasurer of a candidate or political committee is required to file a report on the tenth day of each month during which they are not participating in an election campaign only if the committee 1) received a contribution or made an expenditure in the preceding calendar month; and 2) either total contributions received or total expenditures made since the last such report exceed $750.
Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.240(2), monetary contributions are disclosed on C-3 reports, which must include, but are not limited to: 1) the name and address of each person who contributed more than $100 during the period covered by the report; 2) the monetary value and date of each contribution , except for the items specifically mentioned in subsection (2)(a) through (g); and 3) the aggregate value of all contributions received from each person during the campaign. “Contribution,” as defined, includes an in-kind contribution, which is disclosed on a C-4 report.
RCW 42.17A.110 states, in part, “In addition to the duties in RCW 42.17A.105, the commission may … (8) Adopt rules relieving candidates or political committees of obligations to comply with election campaign provisions of this chapter, if they have not received contributions nor made expenditures in connection with any election campaign of more than five thousand dollars. (Increased to $7,000 per WAC 390-05-400)
RCW 42.17A.135(1) and (7) states, in part, “(1) Except as provided in subsections (2), (3), and (7) of this section, the reporting provisions of this chapter do not apply to: … (7) The reporting provisions of this chapter apply to a candidate in any political subdivision if the candidate receives or expects to receive five thousand dollars or more in contributions. (Increased to $7,000 per WAC 390-05-400).
Background and Findings
· Rachel Ruelas serves as the Mayor of Mabton, a small town in Yakima County with a population in 2020 of 1,959.
· The Town of Mabton had 737 registered voters at the last general election. Therefore, candidates are not required to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1) or a Candidate Registration (C-1) and candidates are not required to report contributions and expenditures unless contributions or expenditures are $7,000 or more during their campaign.
· Rachel Ruelas stated that she did not receive any monetary contributions and received in-kind contributions for signs that cost less than $650, well below the $7,000 threshold that would require reporting.
The complaint alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by using public facilities to support her campaign by having a photograph taken in front of a fire station that included several fire fighters and using that photograph in political advertising.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC laws, rules and, PDC Interpretation No. 04-02 Guidelines for Local Public Agencies in Election Campaigns, and the responses from Ms. Vargas, Shelby Kremenich, Campaign Manager, Friends of Pinky Vargas, and Colin Lowin, PAC Chair, International Association of Firefighters, Local 106 Bellingham/Whatcom Co. Union Firefighters (IAFF Local 106).
The sidewalk is considered public domain and the firefighters featured in the photograph were not using fire district uniforms or gear and were not on official duty.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking further enforcement action in this matter.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Derek Young; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the 2018 Derek Young Campaign submitted C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities late, the campaign responded promptly and filed the missing reports. Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file the postprimary C-4 and six C-3 reports disclosing a small number of contributions mostly from individual donors, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Derek Young received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Derek Young timely and accurately files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, during the accelerated reporting periods prior to and after each election in which his name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to accurately file a small number of L-2 reports disclosing a small amount of personal contributions, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Chris Vance will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file L-2 reports as a registered lobbyist. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Chris Vance will file timely and complete L-2 reports, including the disclosure of personal contributions made to Washington state candidates and political committees in the future as required by law. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reviewed the remaining allegations concerning the false statements made by Mr. Vance during sworn testimony, his failure to timely register and accurately report as a lobbyist for the King County Corrections Guild, and the disclosure of Independent Expenditures. PDC staff found no evidence to support them beyond those specifically noted above and has dismissed those allegations in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on these facts, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to accurately itemize or disclose individual monetary contributions on C-3 reports as required by law by instead, reporting contributions as low-cost fund-raiser proceeds, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Gun Owners Action League of WA will receive a formal written warning concerning GOAL’s misuse of the alternative reporting method of fund-raising activities (low-cost fund-raiser) allowed under RCW 42.17A.230. PDC staff expects that GOAL will file C-3 reports disclosing all monetary contributions received and deposited by the committee, and that the committee itemize these individual donations when required by law, in future calendar years. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff reviewed the remaining allegations concerning (1) the printing error that resulted in the incorrect address for the committee, (2) the address used for donations attributed to Joseph Waldron, and (3) GOAL’s failure to report as an out-of-state committee.
Staff found no evidence to support those allegations beyond the admitted error made by the committee when printing their address on checks used for distributing campaign contributions.
PDC staff has dismissed those allegations in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). Based on this information, PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff determined no evidence supports a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation. Both the Sutherland and Olbrechts campaigns entered into a verbal agreement concerning services being provided for sign locations, structures and maintenance based on an established fair market value agreed to by both parties. The PDC found no evidence the fair market value established between the two parties resulted in any contributions being made and will not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement action in this case.
The complaint alleged the 42nd Leg District GOP Committee (Exempt) violated RCW 42.17A.442 by contributing to another political committee before receiving contributions of $10 of more from ten Washington registered voters.
It was found:
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursue further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Jordan Sears on October 4, 2018. The Complaint alleged that Representative Carolyn Eslick may have violated RCW 42.17A.220 for accepting over-limit anonymous contributions during election 2014 and election year 2018.
PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Representative Eslick; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent to determine if the allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
Although the 2014 Snohomish County Executive Campaign and the 2018 State Representative Campaign originally submitted C-3 reports that included anonymous contributions in excess of the $300 or one percent of the total contributions, the source of the previously unidentified contributions have now been disclosed and the majority of the remaining campaign contributions were reported in a timely manner.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately disclose individual donations received at fund-raising events in 2014 and 2018, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), however, Carolyn Eslick will receive a formal written warning concerning acceptance of over-limit anonymous contirubtions. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Carolyn Eslick maintain complete records of all fund-raising activities, including any itemized individual contribution details required by law, to ensure timely and accurate disclosure on C-3 and C-4 reports in future years as a candidate for public office. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations, the evidence provided, the C-4 reports filed by the Andrew Saturn Campaign, and the response from the Campaign.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
Mr. Saturn will be reminded about the importance of vetting all information used in political advertisement, naming a candidate for public office and sponsored by any future campaigns he is involved with to avoid potential violations of RCW 42.17A.335.
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The Committee contacted PDC staff on several occasions to assist in setting up the Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) campaign finance software provided by the PDC and the ongoing C-3 and C-4 reporting requirements.
During the period October 2 – 16, 2018, the Committee filed four C-3 reports disclosing the receipt of $6,925 in monetary contributions, and three of the C-3 reports were filed late. However, $5,000 of the late reported contributions had previously been timely disclosed by the Committee on the C-6 report filed August 2, 2018.
Based on these findings, and the facts that Friends of Elaine Phelps: (1) is a first-time committee participating in its first election; (2) responded quickly to the allegations and contacted PDC staff for assistance to correct its filings; and (3) timely filed a C-6 report disclosing the electioneering communication which represented 70 percent of all committee expenditures, staff has determined that the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) Friends of Elaine Phelps will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements for a political committee under the Full Reporting option to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
The formal written warning will include staff's expectation Friends of Elaine Phelps timely files complete and accurate reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After PDC staff conducted a preliminary review and assessment of the facts, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) for on Jan. 8, 2019, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
At its March 28, 2019 meeting, the Commission found North Cascade Jobs Enterprise Washington in violation of RCW 42.17 A.235, RCW 42.17 A.240, and RCW 42.17 A.305 and assessed a total civil penalty of $65,000 of which $32,500 is suspended on the following conditions: (1) the Respondent is not found to have committed any further violations ofRCW 42.17 A or WAC 390, as detailed in the Stipulation, within four years of the date of the Commission's Final Order; (2) the Committee files amended C-4 reports that are in full compliance with the disclosure requirements of RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205, within thirty days from the date of the final order, and is in compliance with all reporting requirements; and (3) the Respondent pays the non-suspended portion of the penalty ($32,500) within ninety days from the date of the final order.
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Staff determined that in this instance, failure to include party preference does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1), Michael Killian received a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the requirement to include his party preference on political advertising sponsored by his 2018 campaign in accordance with RCW 42.17A.320, WAC 390-18-020 and WAC 390-05-274.
The formal written warning included staff's expectation Michael Killian clearly identify his party preference on all political advertising sponsored by his campaign in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Mr. Von Gehr and Nicholas Power in a related case (PDC Case 42587); the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, any campaign activities, including possible payments made by George Von Gehr using personal funds to a vendor presenting political advertisements, does not support a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, reporting requirements and the response provided by Lori Sanders, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The campaign website created by The Committee to Elect Lori Sanders, County Commissioner, did not include complete sponsor identification as required by law, however, the public was able to reasonably identify the sponsor from the information about Lori Sanders and her candidacy.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification on a website created by The Committee to Elect Lori Sanders, County Commissioner, does not amount to, an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Lori Sanders about the importance of including sponsor identification on political advertisement. PDC staff expects in the future that Lori Sanders will review all political advertisements, she or her campaign sponsors, to ensure it contains any required sponsor identification in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After PDC staff conducted a preliminary review and assessment of the facts, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) for on Jan. 8, 2019, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
At its April 25, 2019 meeting, the Commission found AG Water and Power Users of Grant County in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and assessed a total civil penalty of $10,000 of which $7,500 is suspended on the following conditions: (1) The Respondent is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction; (2) The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and; (3) The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($2,500) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints filed; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Dominick Bergeron, former Treasurer for Pierce County Democratic Central Committee; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, the alleged late and incomplete filed C-3 and C-4 reports cited in the two complaints were primarily caused by a Committee reorganization and changes in officers, but we noted that the Committee implemented additional internal controls to ensure compliance by creating an oversight committee, by conducting an internal audit, and additional training. These steps were taken, in part, by the Pierce County Democratic Central Committee to comply with the provisions of the settlement agreement.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file 19 filed C-3 and C-4 reports, including amendments, mostly disclosed little monetary activity, or were filed as a result of an internal audit process conducted by PCDCC, and therefore does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PCDCC received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities and failure to timely file an amended Committee Registration (C-1pc report) disclosing material changes. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that PCDCC timely file accurate and complete C-3, C-4 and C-1pc reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The complaint alleged that Sheryl Miller violated RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to list the complete sponsor identification, including the sponsor's address and the words “Paid for” or “Sponsored by”, and by failing to identify your party affiliation or preference on political advertising sponsored by her campaign.
The photographs provided as part of the complaint feature Miller’s campaign signs that failed to comply with the political advertising statutes and PDC rules for a candidate.
Based on these findings and the fact Sheryl Miller is a first-time candidate and was not elected to the Pend Oreille County Commission, staff determined that in this instance, the failure to include the complete sponsor identification and her party affiliation or preference on political advertising she sponsored does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) Sheryl Miller received a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the requirements to include her party preference and the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by her 2018 campaign in accordance with PDC statute and rules.
The formal written warning includes staff's expectation that Sheryl Miller clearly identify her party preference and list the complete sponsor identification on all political advertising sponsored by her campaign in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the response provided by Everett Maroon, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Although the general definition of political advertisement and “mass communication” includes text messages, it appears that the text messages sent by the Everett Maroon for 16th Legislative District Campaign were not created with this in mind. Mr. Maroon utilized the services of the “Text Out the Vote” messaging service called Hustle, which is connected with the Washington State Democrats, that creates direct political advertising messages and indirect or get out the vote messages for a variety of users.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to include sponsor identification and political party preference on political advertisement does not appear to be an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Everett Maroon about the importance of including any required sponsor identification and any required political party preference on political advertisement in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Philip Lloyd, Treasurer for Steven Gonzalez 2018 Campaign; and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Staff found no evidence that Mr. Choi’s inclusion of a website paid for by the 2018 Gonzalez Campaign implied that Mr. Choi endorsed Justice Gonzalez or that the Gonzalez Campaign claimed such endorsement. Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After PDC staff conducted a preliminary review and assessment of the facts, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) for Matt Shea for this case and PDC Case 43628 on February 14, 2019, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
Concerning the Matt Shea Surplus Funds expenditures to charitable organization, Mark Lamb, legal counsel for Matt Shea stated that many bona fide charities, like some churches or groups that do not solicit donations in Washington State, so they don’t need not register with the Washington Secretary of State’s Office in accordance with RCW 19.09.020(2). He stated that the plain reading and common-sense interpretation of the “statute is that surplus funds may only be donated to charities that, if the statute requires them to register, are registered. All of the organizations listed are bona fide 501(c)(3) charitable organizations.""
Mr. Lamb stated that the three charitable organizations identified in the complaints are 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and added that Daniels’ Prayer Ministry is a church affiliated (entity) and the other two entities did not solicit contributions generally in Washington State and thus were not required to register under RCW 19.09."" He stated that three of the surplus fund expenditures that were made in June of 2019 to Office Depot and Sears were for office equipment and supplies for Rep. Shea’s Legislative District office “where he conducts legislative business while in district.”
Mr. Lamb stated the treasurers understanding of surplus funds was that she was required to transfer remaining campaign funds into the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account as soon as possible after the primary or general election for which they had been solicited was held. He stated the Treasurer made campaign-related expenditures using surplus fund “in subsequent years with the understanding that such expenses were for the same office.""
Mr. Lamb stated that the campaign regrets “this administrative error and, as I indicated to you in our conversation today, seeks guidance as to how to amend and correct this issue and appreciate sincerely your offer to assist in the same. However, because the items listed below are campaign expenses, it is our position that there is no need to respond to the requests for additional details on them as that request was to determine compliance with 42.17A.430(7).""
Mr. Lamb stated the surplus funds expenditures made during calendar year 2014 and in the early part of calendar year 2015, were outside the five-year statute of limitations in accordance with PDC statutes and rules, but that those expenditures generally fall under the same category.
Between 2015 through 2018, the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account acknowledged making expenditures using surplus funds that should have been made out of the 2016 and 2018 Re-election Committees to Elect Matt Shea. Those expenditures made from the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account for 2016 and 2018 re-election campaign activities are listed in the complaint return letter and Report of Investigation with exhibit that are attached below.
On August 7, 2020, Matt Shea completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and emailed it back to the PDC acknowledging multiple violations of RCW 42.17A.430 by using surplus funds to make 2016 and 2018 Campaign related expenditures. In addition, on August 13, 2020, the PDC received a $750 civil penalty payment in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule).
PDC staff’s review found that had Matt Shea transferred surplus funds back into both his 2016 and 2018 Campaigns, and then made the expenditures listed above and in the Report of Investigation using 2016 and 2018 campaign funds, the expenditures would have been permissible. Staff also noted that Representative Shea made a decision to not seek re-election and is no longer a candidate for State Representative in 2020.
The $750 penalty assessed in these matters resolves the issues of using the Matt Shea Surplus Funds account to make 2016 and 2018 Campaign related expenditures. Based on this information and the mitigating factors listed above, PDC staff found no evidence of material violations that would require pursuing any additional enforcement action in these two cases.
The PDC has dismissed the complaints for PDC Cases #43573 and #43628, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Twin Transit Website: During the fall of 2017, Nelson/Nygaard Consulting Associates (Nelson Nygaard) entered into a contract with Twin Transit to conduct a feasibility study about expanding the Twin Transit service area. Starting in March 2018, Nelson Nygaard created a website for Twin Transit to publicize the ongoing results of its study. In April 2018, a Public Transportation Improvement Conference (a statutorily created entity separate from Twin Transit) was convened and passed a resolution to expand the Twin Transit boundaries. In July 2018, the Board of Lewis County Commissioners passed a resolution placing the matter of expansion and funding before the voters of expanded area. Twin Transit officials then directed Nelson Nygaard to produce materials to explain the ballot proposition, which included a postcard sent to all registered voters in the affected area and a brochure used as a handout when Twin Transit officials spoke to groups about the ballot measure. The information from the brochure and postcard were taken from content posted on the existing website. Staff found that it is the regular practice of Twin Transit to place information about its operations and major policy decisions on its website. However, in this case, Twin Transit, on the advice of Nelson Nygaard, decided to place the information about the 2018 ballot measure on a separate website that was already in existence for a related purpose, and that would be easy to find. Nelson Nygaard and Twin Transit officials acknowledged that they should have identified the website as being a Twin Transit website, and apologized for this oversight.
Objectivity of Twin Transit Ballot Proposition Materials: The Twin Transit postcard explained what Proposition 1 would do, why it was being proposed, what would happen if it passed, what would happen if it failed, its cost, and that more information could be found at www.LewisCountyTransitMeasure.com, the website being used by Twin Transit to post information about the ballot measure. During the Spring of 2017, the White Pass Community Services Coalition, operator of LEWIS Mountain Highway Transit (LMHT) informed Twin Transit it intended to cease operations as of June 30, 2019 because of expected increases to its match requirement for receiving grants from the Washington State Department of Transportation. However, on May 16, 2017, the legislature capped the match requirement for non-profit entities at 10 percent, a level which LMHT said they could handle. This legislative change was not included in Twin Transit's postcard, brochure, or website. Nelson/Nygaard said they were not made aware of this legislative change until after the 2018 election. LMHT did not inform Twin Transit that its plans to cease operations in mid-2019 had changed. Nelson/Nygaard said if they had been aware of the change when they prepared the ballot measure materials, they would have included information about the change in the materials.
Sending Postcard to Registered Voters: Twin Transit officials, on the advice of Nelson Nygaard, decided to mail its postcard to residents within Lewis County who were eligible to vote on the ballot measure. Nelson/Nygaard said the decision was made as an efficiency measure. They said the idea was to send the postcard to people who would actually have a chance to vote on the measure. They said Twin Transit officials decided to send only one postcard to each household, even if multiple voters resided at the same household. They said Twin Transit mailed the postcard to ensure recipients knew what the ballot measure was about, and to give voters a variety of information that would be similar to what they might see in a voter information pamphlet.
Conclusion: Staff found insufficient evidence to demonstrate that officials of Twin Transit (Derrick Wojcik-Damers and Bobby Jackson) used the facilities of Twin Transit to promote the passage of Proposition 1. Because staff’s investigation did not provide reason to believe a violation occurred, the PDC Executive Director dismissed the complaint in accordance with WAC 390-37-070 against Twin Transit officials (Derrick Wojcik-Damers and Bobby Jackson). However, current Twin Transit officials were reminded of the Commission’s Interpretation 04-02, Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns, which lists on Page 21 that “agencies shall not distribute election-related information in a manner that targets specific subgroups.”
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged John E. (Juan) Orozco may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for use of public facilities to support a political campaign, specifically you alleged Mr. Orozco used the Wapato City Council chamber to support his campaign for Wapato School Board and used his city-provided e-mail address on his Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1).
As a result of staff’s initial review, it was found:
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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After PDC staff conducted a preliminary review and assessment of the facts, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) for Matt Shea for this case and PDC Case 43628 on February 14, 2019, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
Concerning the Matt Shea Surplus Funds expenditures to charitable organization, Mark Lamb, legal counsel for Matt Shea stated that many bona fide charities, like some churches or groups that do not solicit donations in Washington State, so they don’t need not register with the Washington Secretary of State’s Office in accordance with RCW 19.09.020(2). He stated that the plain reading and common-sense interpretation of the “statute is that surplus funds may only be donated to charities that, if the statute requires them to register, are registered. All of the organizations listed are bona fide 501(c)(3) charitable organizations.""
Mr. Lamb stated that the three charitable organizations identified in the complaints are 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and added that Daniels’ Prayer Ministry is a church affiliated (entity) and the other two entities did not solicit contributions generally in Washington State and thus were not required to register under RCW 19.09."" He stated that three of the surplus fund expenditures that were made in June of 2019 to Office Depot and Sears were for office equipment and supplies for Rep. Shea’s Legislative District office “where he conducts legislative business while in district.”
Mr. Lamb stated the treasurers understanding of surplus funds was that she was required to transfer remaining campaign funds into the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account as soon as possible after the primary or general election for which they had been solicited was held. He stated the Treasurer made campaign-related expenditures using surplus fund “in subsequent years with the understanding that such expenses were for the same office.""
Mr. Lamb stated that the campaign regrets “this administrative error and, as I indicated to you in our conversation today, seeks guidance as to how to amend and correct this issue and appreciate sincerely your offer to assist in the same. However, because the items listed below are campaign expenses, it is our position that there is no need to respond to the requests for additional details on them as that request was to determine compliance with 42.17A.430(7).""
Mr. Lamb stated the surplus funds expenditures made during calendar year 2014 and in the early part of calendar year 2015, were outside the five-year statute of limitations in accordance with PDC statutes and rules, but that those expenditures generally fall under the same category.
Between 2015 through 2018, the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account acknowledged making expenditures using surplus funds that should have been made out of the 2016 and 2018 Re-election Committees to Elect Matt Shea. Those expenditures made from the Matt Shea Surplus Funds Account for 2016 and 2018 re-election campaign activities are listed in the complaint return letter and Report of Investigation with exhibit that are attached below.
On August 7, 2020, Matt Shea completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and emailed it back to the PDC acknowledging multiple violations of RCW 42.17A.430 by using surplus funds to make 2016 and 2018 Campaign related expenditures. In addition, on August 13, 2020, the PDC received a $750 civil penalty payment in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule).
PDC staff’s review found that had Matt Shea transferred surplus funds back into both his 2016 and 2018 Campaigns, and then made the expenditures listed above and in the Report of Investigation using 2016 and 2018 campaign funds, the expenditures would have been permissible. Staff also noted that Representative Shea made a decision to not seek re-election and is no longer a candidate for State Representative in 2020.
The $750 penalty assessed in these matters resolves the issues of using the Matt Shea Surplus Funds account to make 2016 and 2018 Campaign related expenditures. Based on this information and the mitigating factors listed above, PDC staff found no evidence of material violations that would require pursuing any additional enforcement action in these two cases.
The PDC has dismissed the complaints for PDC Cases #43573 and #43628, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), PDC staff issued a formal written warning to Jinyoung Englund concerning the importance of including her party preference on all political advertisements sponsored by her Campaign as required by statute and rules, including the proper font size requirements, should she declare her candidacy for a partisan public office in the future. This formal written warning conveys staff’s expectation that Ms. Englund will fully comply with the political advertising requirements in the future should she file as a candidate. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any future PDC law or rule violations by Ms. Englund.
Based on this information, PDC staff has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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This complaint (and 10 other complaints filed against Mr. Cooper) was filed with the PDC and the Attorney General's Office as a Citizen Action Notice (CAN). The AGO and the complainant have both filed lawsuits against Mr. Cooper concerning many of the same allegations listed in the 11 complaints.
Therefore, PDC staff is closing administratively the remaining six complaints filed against Jim Cooper as noted in this letter, without taking any action, completing our review, or pursuing enforcement action.
The complaint alleged John Lovick, a candidate for Snohomish County Executive in 2015, and a candidate for State Representative from the 44th Legislative District in 2016, may have violated (1) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to list committee officers, (2) RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports, (3) RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to report in-kind contributions and expenditures and (4) RCW 42.17A.425 for prohibited expenditures by non-committee officers. PDC staff has combined the two complaints filed against John Lovick. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints, the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements for a candidate, the applicable PDC reports filed by the Committee and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, and the responses provided by Jason Bennett of Argo Strategies, treasurer for the Committee to Re-elect John Lovick (Committee).
John Lovick completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $900 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging six violations of RCW 42.17A.
The violations were failing to: (1) timely deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt; (2) timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports reports during calendar years 2015 and 2016; (3) maintain campaign records and the required books of account to verify the information disclosed on C-3 and C-4 reports.
The $900 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaints concerning the late filed reports and other matters. Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC has dismissed these two matters, PDC Cases 24643 and 25520, in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Specifically, the complaint alleged the Doug Ericksen Surplus Funds Account made unauthorized surplus fund expenditures to travel to Washington DC, in part to procure employment in the Trump Administration in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). RCW 42.17A.430(7) allows an official to “hold the surplus campaign funds in a separate account for non-reimbursed public office-related expenses”, but not for personal uses.
During the 2016 election, Senator Ericksen served as Washington State Co-Chair for the Donald Trump for President Campaign. Senator Ericksen traveled to Washington, DC during 2017 on multiple occasions, including trips in January 2017 and November 2017. Senator Ericksen was appointed by the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to a Senior Advisory position effective January 21, 2017. That appointment ended 120 days later, on May 20, 2017. Shortly after a November 2017 trip to Washington, DC, Senator Ericksen was offered a similar position by the EPA, to be effective December 17, 2017. In January 2018, he declined that position.
PDC staff found no evidence of a material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. Staff found that the surplus fund expenditures identified in the complaint included activities and related travel for meetings with members of Congress and congressional staffers that reasonably relate to the Senator’s official office.
Senator Ericksen, however, also personally benefited from the activities and travel based on his actual or contemplated job appointments with the EPA. During his trips to Washington, DC, Senator Ericksen attended EPA orientation and training, and met with EPA officials. Staff found that a potential conflict of interest exists where, as in this instance, Senator Ericksen used surplus funds to pay for a portion of his travel to Washington, DC in his official capacity as a State Senator, but at the same time benefited from that travel based on his January 2017 appointment with the EPA and a separate appointment he was contemplating in or around November 2017. Compounding the issue, insufficient record-keeping by the Surplus Funds Account regarding these trips makes it difficult to apportion the expenses appropriately
There are, however, mitigating factors in this specific instance that renders this conduct to be a minor violation of RCW 42.17A, including that: (1) Senator Ericksen appears to have used personal funds to pay for a portion of the trips taken to Washington, DC, and thus not all of the travel costs were paid using the Doug Ericksen Surplus Funds Account; (2) Senator Ericksen appears to have conducted official Washington state business during his trips to the District of Columbia; and (3) the surplus funds expenditures involved relatively small dollar amounts.
To resolve this violation, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Senator Ericksen received a formal written warning concerning the prohibition of making expenditures using surplus funds that have a personal use component, and the requirement that he maintain the books of account, including the invoices and receipts for surplus funds expenditures made by the Doug Ericksen Surplus Funds Account in accordance with RCW 42.17A. Senator Ericksen will be informed that the Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action, should there be future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). A copy of the Report of Investigation is attached below.
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Staff determined, in this instance, failure to timely refund an over-limit contribution within 10 days and failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Nancy Backus about the importance of refunding over-limit contributions within 10 days and filing accurate and timely reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed your allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the Nov. 19, 2017 response Danielle Westbrook, representing the campaign, sent to the Washington State Attorney General (ATG); the applicable PDC reports; and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Parshley made minor or ministerial errors on reports filed for the 2017 election, including details of certain expenditures. Upon notification of these errors, Parshley timely amended her report making the necessary technical corrections.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to provide the proper breakdown for expenditures does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Lisa Parshley of the importance of including a proper breakdown of expenditures. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The ROC Foundation is a political consulting firm run by Mitch Short, spouse of State Senator Shelly Short, from the 7th Legislative District, that has provided consulting and campaign services to Legislative candidates and several political party organizations dating back to 2011.
For the 2018 election cycle, the ROC Foundation received a total of $83,700 in payments for political consulting services, and for a number of campaign related services including fundraising, polling, campaign managements, get-out-the-vote programs, and research provided to the following four incumbent candidates Shelly Short, Jaquelin Maycumber, Joel Kretz, and Mary Dye.
The PDC dismissed this matter since the ROC Foundation is a political consulting firm that was not required to register with the PDC as a political committee.
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On November 21, 2017, the Committee filed an amended C-3, listing $505 in contributions in March 2016 and submitted a check for $1,399 to the Washington State Treasurer for “forfeit of excess contributions.” On March 5, 2020, the Committee submitted a check for $1,375.37 to the Washington State Treasurer for “forfeit of excess contributions.”
Based on these findings, and the Committee’s 2016 extenuating circumstances as noted, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately file reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations and accept over-limit anonymous contributions does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the 21st Legislative District Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the Committee’s failure to comply with filing requirements.
The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that the 21st Legislative District Democratic Central Committee timely file all future required reports of contributions and expenditures and disclose debts and obligations and adhere to anonymous contributions limits and rules.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that the Committee may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file complete and accurate Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing: (1) the receipt of a $900 contribution from the 44th Legislative District Democrats; (2) a $3,000 expenditure for a monetary contribution made to Jared Mead; and (3) the reporting of the Blue Wave Gala event held on September 29, 2018.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint you filed, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Committee, and the response to the complaint provided by Richard Moralez, former Committee treasurer and Eric Halvorson, current Committee treasurer.
Based on these findings, and the extenuating circumstances of the death of the Committee treasurer, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1), the Snohomish County Democratic Central Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements and to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contributions and expenditures activities in accordance with RCW 42.17A.235 and .240.
PDC staff has the expectation the Snohomish County Democratic Central Committee will timely file complete and accurate reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules, including the timely depositing of contributions within five business days of receipt.
The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on January 28, 2019. The complaint alleged that Ehren Flygare/Advocates Inc., a registered lobbyist with a contract lobbying firm registered with the PDC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.615 by failing to timely file Lobbyist Monthly Expense Reports (L-2 Reports) disclosing lobbying expenditures for calendar years 2016, 2017, and 2018, and RCW 42.17A.605 by failing to provide a recent photograph of Ehren Flygare at the time he filed his Lobbyist Registration (L-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Ehren Flygare; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and the Lobbyist Application revision history screen; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC lobbyist compensation and expenses by source database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The $450 penalty assessed resolves the allegations concerning the failure to timely and accurately file L-2 reports for calendar years 2016, 2017, and 2018, disclosing lobbying compensation and activities, including personal contributions made to legislators. In addition, Mr. Flygare has provided a photograph to comply with the lobbyist picture requirement as part of the L-1 filing requirements.
Based on this information and the facts that Ehren Flygare/Advocates, Inc. has no prior PDC violations, demonstrated a good-faith effort to bring reports into compliance, and has hired a professional to file his PDC lobbying reports going forward, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On December 13, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission received a complaint alleging that Patricia Kuderer (respondent), a State Senator for the 48th Legislative District, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately report debt; RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to update the candidate registration report (C-1), and RCW 42.17A.265 by failing to report last minute contributions.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint and determined that there were expenditures made by the respondent either to a vendor or consultant for which a more detailed explanation or description should have been provided. Staff further noted that (1) Some of the alleged unreported debts should have been reported on the reports covering the reporting periods immediately before the debts were paid; and (2) Six reports were filed between one and 30 days late. Although there were a few late reports and expenditures, including debts that were not reported accurately, the respondent showed a good faith effort by amending her reports to disclose additional information in the interest of transparency.
Based on these findings staff determined that the failure to timely report six reports between one and 30 days late, including expenditures for debt, and the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures does not amount to a violation warranting further investigation.
However, staff reminded the respondent about the importance of filing timely and accurate C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the respondent's campaign in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The complaint alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to: (1) timely file the Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), including the 7-Day Pre-Primary Election C-4 report; (2) disclose outstanding debts and obligations on the C-4 reports filed by the Campaign; and (3) provide the proper reporting breakdown for a number of expenditures made by the campaign.
The Campaign made minor or ministerial errors on several of the C-4 reports filed for the 2016 election, including the disclosure of orders placed, and the sub-vendor breakdown and details of certain expenditures. In addition, the Campaign filed one C-4 report two days late. Upon notification of these errors, the Hansen Campaign timely amended 10 C-4 reports making the necessary technical corrections to the C-4 reports covering the period from December 2015 through June 2016, disclosing orders placed for one expenditure, and providing additional expenditure information.
PDC staff found no evidence of an actual material violation that would require conducting a more formal investigation or pursuing enforcement action in this instance. However, PDC staff is reminding the Drew Hansen Campaign of the importance of timely and accurate disclosure of campaign contribution and expenditure information, including the timely filing of C-4 reports, disclosure of orders placed, and the proper breakdown of expenditures.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
On May 8, 2018, the Association filed C-6 reports 196 days after the advertisements were presented to the public and 182 days after the November 7, 2017 general election, disclosing that the Association made $1,555 in total independent expenditures undertaken for the billboard advertisements. The C-6 reports disclosed the Association’s opposition to Proposition No. 2, and its support of the following candidates: (1) 2017 Spokane Valley City Council candidates Caleb Collier, Rod Higgins, Pam Haley, & Mike Munch; (2) 2017 Spokane City Council candidates Tim Benn & Andy Dunau; and (3) 2017 Legislative candidates Senator Shelly Short, and State Representative Jaquelin Maycumber.
The Association completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), in lieu of having a Brief Enforcement Hearing scheduled. The SOU and penalty payment resolved the allegations listed in the complaint for the late filed C-6 reports.
On November 22, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Public Schools Employees of Washington Political Fund may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports, including the failure to properly report the purpose of expenditures, as required by WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations/complaint and noted that most of the alleged late filed contribution and expenditure reports were mostly amendments of reports that were originally filed timely. Staff also noted that the Committee filed 16 reports between one and ten days late; however, approximately 90% of the activity was reported less than a week late.
Based on the above findings staff determined that the failure to timely file a few contribution and expenditure reports did not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Based on this information, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Roger Lenk on November 27, 2017. The complaint alleged that Pasco Citizens for Better Schools (Respondent) may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) disclosing contributions received from an online crowdfunding service; RCW 42.17A.245 for failure to electronically file C-3 reports and Summary Campaign Full Contribution and Expenditure Reports (C-4 reports); and RCW 42.17A.430 for failure to properly dispose of surplus funds at the end of an election campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a violation that warrants further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Washington Teamsters Legislative League will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to properly report sub-vendor information, including the underlying vendors when reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenditures were made. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that WTLL will report the required vendor and sub-vendor information, including the underlying vendors when reimbursements are made, on future reports. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Because staff’s investigation did not find evidence that Washington Teamsters Legislative League failed to file required C-6 reports (RCW 42.17A.255, RCW 42.17A.260, or RCW 42.17A.305), I am dismissing that portion of your complaint in accordance with WAC 390-37-070.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the Court of Appeals Division II opinion in case 49892-8-II, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that the Superior Court now has primary jurisdiction over the substance of this complaint, and the PDC will defer to its judgment in bringing the issues to resolution.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the PDC reports filed by Burien for All and the response by Lynne Randall, committee treasurer, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures were addressed in PDC Case 27056 and will not be re-reviewed.
In September 2020, Burien for All filed a (C-6) report with the PDC, reporting the mailers to oppose Darla Green, Joel Manning, Debi Wagner and PattyJanssen. In response Randall stated “I think I understand now that this (C-6) is a completely separate form, containing the same info that Orca auto-fills to create C-4s, but is not connected to Orca at all. I did not understand this correctly and this is why it wasnot filed. It will contain the exact same information as the already-filedC-4s.”
Based on these findings, and the fact the mailings were timely reported on C-4 reports, staff has determined in this instance, the does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Burien for All about the importance accurately and timely filing all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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on January 30, 2018. The complaint alleged that that Liz Pike, an incumbent State
Representative from the 18th Legislative District and a candidate seeking re-election to that office
in 2016, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Summary
Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure
activities undertaken by her 2016 campaign.
While the 21-Day Pre-General Election C-4 report was not alleged in the complaint, staff believes the
report was the most critical of the late filed C-4 reports since it contained time sensitive contribution and
expenditure information after the ballots had already been mailed out, and prior to the November 8, 2016
general election date. The late filed C-4 reports are mitigated by the fact the Campaign timely filed all
Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) for the 2016 election cycle, with many of the C-3 reports
being filed electronically on the same day the contributions had been received and deposited.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file the C-4 reports of
contributions and expenditures referenced above, does not amount to a material violation warranting
further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1 )(b), Liz Pike will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to
timely file C-4 reports as provided in RCW 42.l 7A.235. The formal written warning will include staffs
expectation that Liz Pike timely files C-4 reports during 2018 for her candidacy for Clark County
Council, and any future campaigns in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will
consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future
violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more
formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by John Mount on March 14, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Shoreline School District, and specifically Heather Hiatt,a Principal in the Shoreline School District, John Green, Vice-Principal, and Vollie Berry, a School District Counselor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of the Shoreline School District to support or oppose a Washington State ballot initiative.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in your complaint, the statutes and rules, and the response from Lester Porter, Jr., Porter Foster Rorick LLP.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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During the 2017 campaign, Michael Cobb filed C-3 and C-4 reports in two ways, by completing and mailing/emailing handwritten paper filed reports to the PDC, and by the electronic method using the PDC’s Online Reporting of Campaign Activities (ORCA) campaign filing software.
Michael Cobb was a first-time candidate for public office in 2017, and the public was not deprived of critical information before and after the ballots had been mailed out, and he was defeated in the November 7, 2017 general election, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC is reminding Michael Cobb about the importance of timely filing C-3 and C-4 in accordance with PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements, including using the electronic filing method for all future campaigns. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Edward Kilduff on June 7, 2018. The complaint alleged that Randall Gaylord may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-037 for failure to accurately and completely disclose vendor address.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately and completely disclose vendor address does not amount to a material violation warranting further investigation.
Randall Gaylord made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Randall Gaylord timely amended the report, making the necessary technical corrections.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff is reminding Ronald Krebs about the importance of the accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the quantified itemization of printed materials and related advertisements.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules, and Interpretation #01-03 and the August 15, 2018 response from Charles Eberhardt, an attorney with Perkins Coie on behalf of his client, the Aberdeen School District (ASD).
The Aberdeen School District processes employee payroll deductions or withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules, and PDC Interpretation #01-03, and the August 30, 2018 response from William A. Coats, an attorney with Vandeberg, Johnson & Gandara, LLP on behalf of the client Bethel School District.
The Bethel School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC relevant statutes, rules and Interpretation #01-03, and the July 3, 2018 response from Parker A. Howell, an attorney with Porter, Foster, Rorick, LLP on behalf of the client, the Federal Way School District.
The Federal Way School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules and Interpretation #01-03, and the August 9, 2018 response from Curtis M. Leonard, Attorney for the Kent School District (KSD).
The Kent School District processes employee payroll deductions and other employee voluntary withholdings as part of the ""normal and regular conduct"" of the school district. No evidence was found that the district provided any preferential treatment concerning district employee's withholding of funds designated for the WEA-PAC and NEA-FCPE, and any other district employee withholdings for charitable contributions, deferred compensation, etc.
Staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on these initial findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely report contributions and expenditures does not amount to a finding of material violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Michael Chapman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely report contributions and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Michael Chapman file timely reports of contributions and expenditures in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission may consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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After conducting a formal investigation, staff scheduled an enforcement hearing that was held March 28, 2019. The hearing concerned allegations that Citizens for Progress Enterprise Washington violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to adequately describe the purpose of expenditures on C-4 reports as required by RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037 and WAC 390-16-205, and RCW 42.17A.305 by failing to timely file C-6 reports of electioneering communications within 24 hours of presenting or mailing the advertisements and communications to the public. The parties jointly submitted a signed Stipulation as to Facts, Violations and Penalty. The Commission accepted the Stipulation, but proposed that the non-suspended portion of the penalty be paid within 30 days rather than within 90 days. This change was accepted by the parties. By accepting the Stipulation, the Commission found that Citizens for Progress Enterprise Washington violated RCW 42.17A.240 and RCW 42.17A.305 as described above.
The Commission accepted the amended Stipulation and ordered that the Respondent is assessed a total civil penalty of $21,000 with $10,500 suspended on the following conditions: (1) that the Respondent is not found to have committed any further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 within four years of the date of the final order in this matter. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction. (2) that the Respondent files amended C-4 reports that are in full compliance with the disclosure requirements of RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205, within thirty days from the date of the final order, and is in compliance with all reporting requirements. (3) that the Respondent pays the non-suspended portion of the penalty ($10,500) within thirty days from the date of the final order.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Nicholas Power; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
It appears that the mistakes made by the 2018 Power Campaign in regard to the disclosure of costs connected to two political advertisements done in support of Nicholas Power’s Campaign and presented in October 2018, were caused by a general misunderstanding of statutory filing obligations and miscommunication between the Campaign and the sponsors of the advertisements. No evidence was found that Mr. Power meant to mislead or deprive the public of information related to the cost the two political advertisements referenced above.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports disclosing in-kind contributions for political advertising costs, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or additional enforcement action.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Nicholas Power (2018 candidate for San Juan County Prosecutor) received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file C-4 reports disclosing in-kind contributions for political advertising costs. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that Mr. Power timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures including all monetary and in-kind contributions and expenditures. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes and rules; and the response provided by Facebook Inc. to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding that the complainant made a request for commercial advertiser records relating to political advertising, or that Facebook Inc. denied the complainant access to these records.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Mr. Monson submitted a letter to the PDC on June 25, 2015, stating he was terminating his 2015 candidacy, and that he would not be filing the C-1 and F-1 reports, and if elected he would not accept the office of Hospital Commissioner. Mr. Monson was elected Hospital Commissioner in the November 3, 2015 general election, and was sworn into office. On January 6, 2016, Mr. Monson filed the missing C-1 and F-1 reports.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Cheryl Brown on July 20, 2018. The complaint alleged that Kym Foster violated RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to properly identify political party affiliation on campaign signs.
Based on these our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to identify political party affiliation on the campaign sign does not amount to a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Kym Foster that RCW 42.17A.320(1) requires that party affiliation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising; this includes complying with RCW 42.17A.320(3)(c) which states that the information shall be ""set apart from any other printed matter.""
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to report expenditures of $108.63 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is reminding David Prutzman about the importance of the requirements regarding filing accurately and timely in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Respondent is an elected Commissioner for the Thurston County Public Utility District (PUD) and was a candidate for this office & jurisdiction during election year 2018. As a result, the Respondent is subject to RCW 42.17A.330 and .240, which require 1) at least one photograph used in any political advertising to have been taken within the last five years; and 2) the monetary value of any contributions to be reported. The Respondent is also subject to .555, which prohibits elected officials from using a public office or agency facilities to assist an election campaign.
The evidence provided by the Complainant included four photos that appeared on the Respondent's campaign Facebook account and a 2012 photo that appears on the PUD's official website, the website of the non-profit organization Pro Truth Pledge, and was published in a county voter's pamphlet. Of the photographic evidence provided, only the Facebook photo(s) appear to constitute political advertising.
The photos used on the Respondent's campaign Facebook page were taken in 2017 & 2018 by volunteer supporters, who are not professional photographers, using cell phones; the photos were provided to the Respondent at no cost. Subsequently, the photos comply with the age requirements of .330. Per WAC 390-17-405, photos taken by unpaid persons who do not normally charge a fee are ""volunteer services"" that do not need to be reported as contributions. The value of the photos themselves appear to be de minimis in nature.
The 2012 photo was taken by Vento Photography and the expenditure was reported by the Respondent to the PDC in April, 2012; this professional photo was gifted by the Respondent to the PUD in 2013, was not used for campaign purposes, and need not be reported as an in-kind contribution to the Respondent under .240. Pro Truth Pledge obtained the 2012 photo from another source & re-posted it without the Respondent's knowledge. The evidence provided by the Complainant was insufficient to demonstrate the 2012 photo was used for political advertising during the Respondent's 2018 election campaign. Furthermore, the professional photo paid for by the Respondent in 2012 was not produced by a public office or agency and therefore does not constitute use of public facilities under .555.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/48963 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""48963 Oosterman Linda Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2124/48963%20Oosterman%20Linda%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : ""48963 Oosterman Linda Complaint.pdf"", ""document_type"" : null}, {""file_name"" : ""48963 Oosterman Linda Complaint Return Letter.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2124/48963%20Oosterman%20Linda%20Complaint%20Return%20Letter.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}, {""file_name"" : ""48963 Oosterman Linda Response.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/2124/48963%20Oosterman%20Linda%20Response.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : null}]" 05/07/2019 11:00:27 AM PDC staff found no evidence of violation. 7740 2125 49254 03/14/2019 03/14/2019 05/17/2019 Andrew Saturn Linda Oosterman Oosterman, Linda (2): Alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.305, .235 & .310 for failure to report electioneering communications & in-kind contributions, and fully describe advertising expenditures. (Mar 2019) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.30.020/42.17A.305, RCW 29B.30.030/42.17A.310 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalThis case alleged that Linda Oosterman (the “Respondent”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.305, .235 & .310 by failing to report electioneering communications and in-kind contributions, and fully disclose advertising expenditures for a “Dear Friends” letter and “Vote Linda” color copy & cardstock “strips.”
PDC staff reviewed the allegations, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the responses provided by the Respondent, and the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s failure to fully describe expenditures reported on C-4 reports does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Linda Oosterman about the importance of fully describing advertising and other expenditure details on C-4 reports pursuant to RCW 42.17A.235.
The Respondent made minor or ministerial errors on required reports, which did not materially impact the public interest. Upon notification of these errors, the Respondent timely amended her reports, making the necessary technical corrections. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
An enforcement hearing was held on December 7, 2017, before the Full Commission, to address PDC staff allegations that The Reagan Fund, a political committee registered with the PDC and related to the House Republican Organizational Committee, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and 42.17A.240 by failing to timely disclose $84,640 in expenditures for contributions to political party organizations and political committees and expenditures for political advertising, surveys and research, and get-out-the-vote telephone calls on the 2016 Post-Primary election C-4 report.
At the December 7, 2017 enforcement hearing, the Commission voted 5-0 to accept the Stipulation as to Facts, Violations, and Penalty between The Reagan Fund and PDC staff, in which The Reagan Fund acknowledged violating RCW 42.17A.235.
The Reagan Fund was assessed a total civil penalty of $4,000, of which $2,000 was suspended on the conditions that: (1) the $2,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid within 30 days of the entry of the Final Order; (2) The Reagan Fund commits no violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order; and (3) The Reagan Fund is required to amend its 2017 C-4 reports to accurately reflect the assets and expenditures of the political committee.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Peter Swant, an incumbent Port Commissioner for the Port of Walla Walla, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Swant violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $1,000 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer that has three PDC violations in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
On February 14, 2017, after receiving the Order, Mr. Swant sent in a letter requesting the Commission reconsider the $1,000 penalty that had been assessed against him at the January 20, 2017 Brief Enforcement hearing. Mr. Swant's request for reconsideration will be heard at the March 23, 2017 Commission meeting. At the February 2017 Commission meeting, the Commission granted Mr. Swant's request and reduced the penalty to $500.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Arnold Lind, an incumbent Sewer Commissioner for the Ronald Wastewater District, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Lind violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, of which $150 is suspended on the condition that he commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for a period of four years from the date of this Order, and the $100 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid within 30 days of the date of the Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Dmitri Iglitzin on January 30, 2018. The complaint alleged that Barbara Bailey, an incumbent State Senator from the 10th Legislative District and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2016, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by her 2016 campaign.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and the three C-4 reports and one C-3 report listed in the complaint concerning Barbara Bailey’s alleged failure to timely file the C-4 reports.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes, rules and reporting requirements, the C-4 reports filed by the Re-elect Gaylord Prosecutor Committee, and the response from Mr. Gaylord to the allegations listed in the complaint.
Mr. Gaylord took immediate corrective action and filed an amended C-4 report for May of 2018 as soon as he became aware of the allegations in the complaint. In addition, the amended C-4 report was filed four days prior to the required due date of June 10, 2018, and therefore did not impact the public.
Based on our findings, there is no evidence of a violation, and the PDC has closed this case and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action.
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Sheriff Krebs completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty on September 19, 2018, in order to resolve two of the allegations listed in the complaints filed against him.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on June 22, 2018. The complaint alleged that Kathleen O’Toole, former City of Seattle Police Chief, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the public facilities of the City of Seattle, including her official police uniform as Chief of Police to support a statewide initiative in Washington State, Initiative 1639.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes, rules and PDC Interpretation #04-02 Guidelines for Local Government Agencies in Election Campaigns, and the July 23, 2018, response letter from Ms. O’Toole, and the August 20, 2018, email from Rebecca Boatright, Chief Legal Officer for the Seattle Police Department.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that Kathleen O’Toole used the facilities of the City of Seattle to support a ballot proposition or to fund raise for a ballot proposition. The PDC has closed the matter and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into your complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes and rules, and the response from the Friends of Julie Door campaign.
While the “out of area” information is listed in section #10 of the C-1 report, that specific requirement is not codified in any PDC statute or has not been adopted by the Commission in any rule, and is therefore not required. Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff is reminding Whatcom County Women's Club (PAC), about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
Respondent #1: 35th LD Republican CC violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.435 by concealing a contribution made by Ms. Fiona Klaus, earmarked for her son-in-law, Josiah Rowell, a candidate for State Representative in the 35th Legislative District; and (2) RCW 42.17A.270 by failing to appropriately process and report an earmarked contribution. The 35th LD Republican CC is assessed a civil penalty of $5,000 of which $2,500 is suspended as detailed in the Order.
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Respondent #2: Josiah Rowell violated:(1) RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to report a $5,000 contribution from Ms. Klaus earmarked through the 35th LD Republican CC to Mr. Rowell’s campaign; (2) RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting an over-limit contribution of $5,000 that came from Ms. Klaus, his mother-in-law, to be used by his campaign; and (3) WAC 390-16-308 by failing to identify the actual source of funds for which the contribution was made to his campaign. Mr. Rowell was assessed a civil penalty of $2,000, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the order.
Respondent #3: Fiona Klaus violated RCW 42.17A.405 by making a $5,000 monetary contribution to the 35th LD Republican CC which she specifically earmarked for her son in law, Mr. Rowell, and the contribution exceeded the contribution limits for a state legislative office candidate. Ms. Klaus was assessed a civil penalty of $500, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on February 8, 2018. The complaint alleged that Steve Hobbs, an incumbent State Senator and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018, may have violated RCW 42.17A.430, .490 and WAC 390-16-230, by failing to receive written permission before transferring contributions to a campaign for a different office.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, Steve Hobbs failure to obtain written permission before transferring contribution from his 2014 Senate campaign to his 2016 Lt. Governor campaign does not appear to be an actual material violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff is therefore reminding Steve Hobbs about the importance of receiving written permission from all contributors before transferring funds to a different office.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into these allegations or taking enforcement action in this matter.
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The complaint also alleged that Port officials , the Economic Development Board of Tacoma-Pierce County, and the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber violated RCW 42.17A.255 by failing to report these media communications and public relations ""Campaign"" expenditures as Independent Expenditures on PDC form C-6, and RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 by failing to register and report these expenditures as a political committee.
This case alleged that Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors Dawn Adams, Brian Brooks, Heather Kintzley, Ron Mabry & Ben Messinger (collectively “the Respondents”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by failing to provide notice of – and give the public an opportunity to express opposing views about – action taken at its January 9, 2019 Board Meeting that supported a ballot proposition.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by the Respondents to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s January 9, 2019 approved motions to move, adopt, and later rescind a suggestion to send a letter to the newspaper supporting Prop. 1 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors about the importance of 1) not using public facilities to directly or indirectly promote or oppose any ballot propositions; and 2) ensuring the public is provided with adequate notice and an opportunity to express opposing views when the Board takes any action at a public meeting that concerns a ballot proposition. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, PDC statutes, rules, reports disclosing the activities of the law firm, and the November 7, 2018 response from Laura Ewan on behalf of Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP.
The law firm of Schwerin, Campbell, Barnard, Iglitzin & Lavitt, LLP provides legal services to candidates and political committees who report the services as an expenditure on the Schedule A to the C-4 or on the Schedule B to the C-4 as an in-kind contribution when those services are provided at less than the normal rate.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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(Commission) on August 23, 2018, at the Public Disclosure Commission Office, 711 Capitol
Way, Room 206, Olympia, Washington 98504. The hearing was held pursuant to Chapter 34.05
RCW, Chapter 42.17A RCW, and Chapter 390-37 WAC.
Commissioners present were Anne Levinson, Commission Chair (presiding); David
Ammons, Commission Vice-Chair; and Commissioners Jack Johnson and William Downing.
Also present were Assistant Attorney General John S. Meader representing the Commission;
Philip Stutzman, Senior Compliance Officer on behalf of PDC Staff; and Assistant Attorney
General Chad Standifer representing PDC Staff. Respondent Senator John McCoy and
campaign treasurer Richard Dean Ledford were present on behalf of Re-elect John McCoy. The
proceeding was open to the public and recorded.
The hearing concerned allegations that Respondent John McCoy (Re-elect John McCoy) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely report contributions totaling $38,926
and expenditures totaling $5,089 from 2015-2018 and violated RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to
deposit contributions within five business days of receipt totaling $17,700 from 2015-2017.
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW
1. The Commission has jurisdiction over this proceeding pursuant to Chapter 42.17A
RCW, the State campaign finance and disclosure law; Chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative
Procedure Act; and Title 390 WAC.
2. Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to report monetary
contributions totaling $38,926 from 80 to 842 days late during the period of 2015-2018, and by
failing to report expenditures on C-4 reports from 58 to 1,062 days late during the same period.
3. Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to deposit $17,700 received in
monetary contributions within five business days of receipt between 1 to 66 days late during the
period of 2015-2017.
ORDER
Based upon the stipulated Findings and Conclusions, the Commission accepts the
Stipulation of the parties and orders that:
1. Respondent John McCoy (Re-Elect John McCoy) is assessed a total civil penalty
of $5,000 for violations of RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240, and RCW
42.17A.220, of which $2,500 is suspended upon the following conditions:
a. The remaining $2,500 civil penalty is paid by the Respondent within thirty
days from the date of this final order.
b. The Respondent remains in compliance with all PDC reporting
requirements.
c. The Respondent is not found to have committed any further violations of
Chapter 42.17 RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of
the final order in this matter.
2. If the Respondent fails to comply with any of the conditions of this Order, the
suspended portion of the penalty shall immediately become due without further
action by the Commission.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on December 21, 2017. The complaint alleged that the Whole Washington PAC, a ballot measure committee registered with the PDC, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely and accurately report contribution, expenditures and debt. PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted. Staff reviewed the exhibit submitted with the complaint, the Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) filed by the Whole Washington PAC (Committee), and the October 3, 2018 response letter received from the Committee.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), the Whole Washington PAC will receive a formal written warning concerning its failure to timely report some of its contribution and expenditure reports for calendar year. The formal written warning conveys our expectation that the Whole Washington PAC will fully comply with the reporting requirements to timely file contribution and expenditure reports for the remainder of 2018, and in the future if the committee remains active. The Commission will consider this formal written warning if there are any PDC law or rule violations by Whole Washington PAC.
Based on our findings, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)(a).
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The15 Now Tacoma committee completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty, as confirmed by the Department of Enterprise Services. The SOU acknowledged a violation of RCW 42.17A.235 for failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Danny Walling, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for Clark County Fire District No. 10, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Walling violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $1,000 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer that has three PDC violations in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Mark Whittaker, an incumbent Fire Commissioner for Stevens County Fire District No. 1, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Whittaker violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $500 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer that has two PDC violations in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Google Inc. & Sundar Pichai may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to maintain documents and books of account detailing exact nature and extent of political advertising services rendered, and for failure to present them upon public request.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case
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At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Marconi violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160 for a filer with one prior violation in the last five years, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Eileen Macoll, an incumbent City Council member for the City of Pullman, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Macoll violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, which is payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Glen Morgan filed on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Karen Hardy (Respondent), a 2017 and 2018 candidate for State Senator for Legislative District 07, may have violated RCW 42.17A.445 for unauthorized use of campaign funds; RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Campaign Full Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the Campaign, and to have both the candidate and treasurer certify the reports as correct, and to maintain documents and books of account for five years following the year in which the transaction occurred; RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely file Candidate Registrations within two weeks of becoming a candidate, and to accurately and completely disclose committee officers on the Candidate Registrations; RCW 42.17A.265 for failure to timely report last minute contributions of $1,000 or more within special reporting periods before elections; RCW 42.17A.220 and .425 for allowing undisclosed committee officers to deposit contributions and authorize expenditures on behalf of the campaign; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to accurately and completely disclose sponsor identification on digital political advertising; and RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file Personal Financial Affairs Statements (F-1 reports) disclosing financial activities for twelve calendar months prior to becoming a candidate, due within two weeks of becoming a candidate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately register as a candidate, report financial affairs, report contribution and expenditure activity, and use of campaign funds to file PDC complaints, do not amount to violations that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Karen Hardy will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately register as a candidate and report financial affairs; failure to timely, accurately and completely report contribution and expenditure activity; and personal use of campaign funds to pay for legal services for filing PDC complaints. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Karen Hardy timely, accurately, and completely files all future required reports, and abides by the restrictions on the use of campaign funds in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Therefore, PDC staff is closing administratively the remaining six complaints filed against Jim Cooper as noted in this letter, without taking any action, completing our review, or pursuing enforcement action.
A complaint was filed against AWSP -- Washington School Principals Legislative Effectiveness Association PAC (Committee), a political committee registered with the PDC, alleging violations of RCW 42.17A. for failing: (1) timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports; (2) to report last minute contributions; (3) to list committee officers and update C-1pc report; (4) authorize the expenditures of funds by an individual not listed as an officer on form C-1pc report; (5) to preserve books of accounts and campaign finance records; (6) authorize the depositing of campaign funds into bank account by a non-treasurer; (7) to include the sponsor identification on political advertising; and (8) to timely file C-6 independent expenditures.
PDC staff’s review determined the Committee failed to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor contribution or expenditure activities, but those late filed report does not warrant further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC to WAC 390-37-060(1) the Committee will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to comply with the reporting requirements to timely file reports of contribution and expenditure activities, as provided by RCW 42.17A.235. The formal written warning will include staff's expectation that the Committee will file timely, accurate and complete C-3 and C-4 reports for the remainder of the 2018 and in any future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the review, PDC staff dismissed the allegations concerning the late filed C-3 and C-4 reports and the amended C-3 and C-4 reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1). In addition, PDC staff dismissed the allegations listed in the complaint based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint
filed by Glen Morgan on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Sarah Morken, a candidate seeking
election to the office of Tacoma City Council in 2017, violated RCW 42.17A or WAC
390.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint in light of PDC laws and rules
in order to determine whether a formal investigation or enforcement action is warranted.
Staff reviewed the Candidate Registration (C-1 report), Monetary Contributions reports
(C-3 reports), and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4
reports), filed by the Sarah Moken Campaign, and the June 5, 2018 response letter from
Walter Smith, an attorney with Smith & Dietrich Law Offices, on behalf of his client
Sarah Morken.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060, Sarah Morken will receive a formal written warning
concerning her failure to timely file reports of contribution and expenditure activities
electronically using the PDC ORCA filing software or using a third-party vendor kit.
The formal written warning will include staffs expectation that Ms. Morken timely file
complete and accurate reports of contributions and expenditures in future years in
accordance with PDC laws and rules, including electronically. The Commission will
consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are
future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff found no evidence of an actual material violation that would require
conducting a more formal investigation into your complaints or pursuing enforcement
action in this instance. Therefore, PDC is returning your complaints filed against Sarah
Morken without taking any action.
This is one of four complaints filed against Ronald Krebs, the incumbent San Juan County Sheriff and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018. The four complaints alleged that Sheriff Krebs, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.555 by using the public facilities of San Juan County, including his official uniform and county assigned vehicle, to assist his candidacy in 2014, and his re-election efforts in 2018; and (2) RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by his Campaign.
Sheriff Krebs completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty on September 19, 2018, in order to resolve two of the allegations listed in the complaints filed against him.
The complaint alleged that Randall Gaylord, the incumbent San Juan County Prosecutor and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to disclose an expenditure or in-kind contribution for professional photography on Summary Full Report Contribution and Expenditures (C-4 report); and RCW 42.17A.555 by using the public facilities of San Juan County, including his official photograph, to assist his candidacy for re-election.
This is one of four complaints filed against Ronald Krebs, the incumbent San Juan County Sheriff and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018. The four complaints alleged that Sheriff Krebs, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.555 by using the public facilities of San Juan County, including his official uniform and county assigned vehicle, to assist his candidacy in 2014, and his re-election efforts in 2018; and (2) RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the complete sponsor identification on political advertising sponsored by his Campaign.
Sheriff Krebs completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) and paid a $150 civil penalty on September 19, 2018, in order to resolve two of the allegations listed in the complaints filed against him.
This is one of four complaints filed against Ronald Krebs, the incumbent San Juan County Sheriff and a candidate seeking re-election to that office in 2018. This complaint alleged that Sheriff Krebs, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the San Juan County Sheriff's vehicle to travel to and from a candidate’s forum on July 20, 2018, appearing with agency-purchased or owned equipment (e.g. firearm, badge) at the candidate’s forum, and by using county resources to pay for ferry ride to and from a candidate’s forum on July 20, 2018.
Thomas Pitchford is a first-time candidate seeking the office of State Representative from the 43rd Legislative District in 2016. Ms. Pitchford failed to file a a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) and was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
In a July 29, 2016 letter submitted to the PDC by Mr. Pitchford he stated that he sent an email to PDC staff on July 15, 2016, in which he attached a completed F-1 report and F-1 Supplement, and that he emailed the F-1 report and F-1 Supplement prior to receiving the hearing notice. PDC staff noted that the email was sent to the PDC by Mr. Pitchford six days prior to the hearing notice being mailed out
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found no violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by Mr. Pitchford for failing to timely file the F-1 report, and closed the case administratively.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Ms. Borth, an incumbent Adams County Parks and Recreation District 4 Commissioner, failed to file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Borth violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $250 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
SARAH MATHENY
By TREVINO JOSE
Allegation(s): IMPROPER USE OF PUBLIC FACILITIES/RESOURCES
RCW 42.17A.555
Case Closed or Final Order: 08/10/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.555: DISMISSED
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This case alleged that Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors Dawn Adams, Brian Brooks, Heather Kintzley, Ron Mabry & Ben Messinger (collectively “the Respondents”) may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by failing to provide notice of – and give the public an opportunity to express opposing views about – action taken at its January 9, 2019 Board Meeting that supported a ballot proposition.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by the Respondents to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s January 9, 2019 approved motions to move, adopt, and later rescind a suggestion to send a letter to the newspaper supporting Prop. 1 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors about the importance of 1) not using public facilities to directly or indirectly promote or oppose any ballot propositions; and 2) ensuring the public is provided with adequate notice and an opportunity to express opposing views when the Board takes any action at a public meeting that concerns a ballot proposition. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by the Respondents to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s January 9, 2019 approved motions to move, adopt, and later rescind a suggestion to send a letter to the newspaper supporting Prop. 1 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors about the importance of 1) not using public facilities to directly or indirectly promote or oppose any ballot propositions; and 2) ensuring the public is provided with adequate notice and an opportunity to express opposing views when the Board takes any action at a public meeting that concerns a ballot proposition. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations and evidence, the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements, and the response provided by the Respondents to determine whether they support a finding of one or more violations.
Based on its findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the Respondent’s January 9, 2019 approved motions to move, adopt, and later rescind a suggestion to send a letter to the newspaper supporting Prop. 1 does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation. PDC staff reminded Kennewick School District No. 17 Board of Directors about the importance of 1) not using public facilities to directly or indirectly promote or oppose any ballot propositions; and 2) ensuring the public is provided with adequate notice and an opportunity to express opposing views when the Board takes any action at a public meeting that concerns a ballot proposition. The PDC found that no further action was warranted and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The five complaints were also filed with the Attorney General's Office (AGO) as Citizen Action Notice (CAN) against the TCDCC and contained similar or identical allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390. On August 20, 2018, TCDCC sent a letter to the PDC, notifying staff that the TCDCC had recently settled a lawsuit filed against them by the AGO in which they acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty, that included reimbursing for the court and investigative costs, and attorney fees.
The TCDCC acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty to resolve the allegations listed in your complaints. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the five complaints filed against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Sandy Robson filed on December 12, 2017. The complaint alleged that Bill Elfo (Respondent), Whatcom County Sheriff, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for authorizing the use of public facilities to support Whatcom County Proposition 2017-6, concerning Public Safety and Jail Facilities Sales and Use Tax.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; and the responses provided by the Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to clarify that the use of an official title does not constitute an official position of the agency, does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Bill Elfo about the importance of clearly identifying political statements made in a personal capacity, separate from official positions of the agency. PDC staff expects that Bill Elfo will clearly state when statements do not reflect the official position of the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office when using the title of Sheriff in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on staff's findings, and the facts the Committee: (1) was a first-time committee with limited knowledge of the PDC reporting requirements; (2) timely filed the 21-Day and 7-Day Pre-General Election C-4 reports; (3) was a small, unsophisticated, all-volunteer committee with less than $13,400 in total expenditures made to run a local political committee; and (4) timely sent a $950 check when made aware of exceeding the anonymous contribution limits to resolve that issue; that in this instance, the failure to timely register as a political committee and file C-3 and C-4 reports as a political committee does not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) PDC staff formally warned the Committee and its Officers concerning the importance of timely registering as a political committee, and timely filing C-3 and C-4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities as required by PDC laws, rules and reporting requirements for a political committee. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that the Committee and its Officers will timely register and disclose its contribution and expenditure activities as a political committee, if its Officers register another political committee under the Full Reporting Option in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by the Washington State Democrats on January 31, 2018. The complaint alleged that the Kittitas County Republicans may have violated Chapter 42.17A RCW for failure to timely report contributions, expenditures, and committee officers, failure to timely deposit contributions, and unauthorized expenditures.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Angela Homola, about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on April 19, 2018. The complaint alleged that Teresa Purcell may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to accurately and timely file contribution and expenditure reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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After PDC staff conducted a preliminary review and assessment of the facts, PDC staff opened a formal investigation and held an Initial Hearing (Case Status Review Hearing) for on Jan. 8, 2019, pursuant to RCW 42.17A.755, and WACs 390-37-060 and 390-37-071.
At its April 25, 2019 meeting, the Commission found AG Water and Power Users of Grant County in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 and RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 and assessed a total civil penalty of $10,000 of which $7,500 is suspended on the following conditions: (1) The Respondent is not found to have committed any further violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW or Title 390 WAC within four years of the date of this Final Order. The suspended penalty shall not be assessed based solely upon any remediable violation, minor violation, or error classified by the Commission as appropriate to address by a technical correction; (2) The Respondent remains in full compliance with all PDC reporting requirements and; (3) The non-suspended portion of the penalty ($2,500) is paid by the Respondent within 30 days of the date of the Final Order.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Glen Morgan on May 1, 2018. The complaint alleged that Jenny Durkan, a 2017 candidate for City of Seattle Mayor, may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to provide the required description for two in-kind contributions received by the Campaign and disclosed on the Summary Campaign Contributions and Expenditure report (C-4 report) as being from the candidate, Ms. Durkan.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the complaint, the statutes and rules, the C-4 reports filed by the Jenny Durkan for Seattle Campaign (Campaign), and the May 8, 2018 emailed response from Phil Lloyd, Treasurer for the Campaign.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence to support a finding of a violation by the Jenny Durkan Campaign which would warrant further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
A complaint was filed with the PDC against Tim Sheldon alleging the Candidate may have violated RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to accurately disclose and describe expenditures.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response from Tim Sheldon; the applicable C-4 reports filed by the 2018 Campaign; and data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
There were payments made by the Campaign to consultants, vendors, or third parties, for which a more detailed description or explanation of the goods and services provided, and a sub-vendor breakdown was required. However, the Campaign and Senator responded promptly and worked with the PDC to amend the C-4 reports disclosing the required expenditure information and assisting in resolving the complaint.
Staff would also note that Senator Sheldon has been in public office since 1986 with no prior PDC violations and has served as his own treasurer.
Tim Sheldon completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU), paid a $900 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143 (Brief Enforcement Penalty Schedule), acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.240 for failing to timely file the three Pre-Election C-4 reports listed above. The $900 penalty assessed in this matter resolves the allegations listed in your complaint concerning amending C-4 reports to disclose the required expenditure details and information.
Based on the above findings and the SOU, staff has determined that, in this instance, this matter does not warrant further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
A complaint was filed against Scott Schmig, an employee in the Grant County Treasurer’s Office and a candidate for Grant County Assessor in 2018, alleging that he may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using Grant County facilities to support his 2018 candidacy for public office.
PDC staff's review found that Scott Schmig was a first-time candidate for public office, has had no prior PDC violations, and no additional complaints or allegations filed against him as a candidate during the 2018 elections, and he was not elected into office.
The evidence provided as the basis of your complaint, involved the complainant standing in the Grant County Treasurer’s Office as a customer and overhearing a telephone conversation that Mr. Schmig was engaged in with a caller. Under PDC laws and rules, the evidence provided doesn’t establish a violation of RCW 42.17A. warranting further investigation or enforcement action.
PDC staff has reminded Scott Schmig about the prohibitions against using the facilities of a public agency to support or oppose a candidate or ballot proposition, or his candidacy should he become a candidate for public office again in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged the Grant County Republican Party Central Committee, a Bona Fide Political Party Committee, violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.220 by failing to timely deposit monetary contributions received within five business days of receipt; and (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to file or timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contributions and Expenditures reports (C-4 reports) disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken for calendar years 2015 through 2018.
On August 20, 2019, the Commission held an enforcement hearing against the Grant County Republican Central Committee (Committee), concerning the second allegation. At the hearing, the Commission modified a Stipulation to Facts, Violations and Penalty, that was signed by Dan Brady, legal counsel for the party, and Peter Lavallee, PDC Executive Director.
In the Stipulation, the Committee acknowledged violating RCW 42.17 A.235 and .240 by failing to file or to timely and accurately file C-3 and C- 4 reports disclosing contribution and expenditure activities undertaken by the Committee for calendar years 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018, and for failing to maintain the Committee's books of account for a portion of the calendar year 2015. The Committee agreed to pay a $6,500 civil penalty of which $3,250 was suspended on several conditions resolving those allegations.
Concerning the failure to timely deposit monetary contributions, PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rae Ann Journey, Treasurer Grant County Republican Party Central Committee, and the C-3 reports filed by the Committee.
Staff has determined in this instance, the alleged violation of failing to timely deposit monetary contributions within five business days of receipt does not appear to be a violation warranting further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Kelly Anderson on June 9, 2018. The complaint alleged that Shon Smith may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely file contribution and expenditure reports for campaign signs.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, the failure to timely file contribution and expenditure reports does not support a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Emily Murphy is a registered lobbyist that has been filing Monthly Lobbyist Expense report (L-2 report) with the PDC. Emily Murphy Strategies, LLC failed to timely file the L-2 report for March of 2016, after receiving an L-2 warning letter for failing to timely file the 2016 February L-2 report.
Ms. Murphy completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.615 for failing to timely file the March 2016 L-2 report, and paid a $150 penalty in lieu of PDC staff conducting a brief enforcement hearing.
The complaint alleged that Citizens for Honest Government (CHG PAC), a 2013 local single year political committee in Spokane Washington, violated RCW 42.17A.260 & .305 by failing to timely report independent expenditures and/or electioneering communications for political advertisements that supported or opposed local candidates for Spokane City Council during the 2013 election cycle.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
KEITH BLOCKER
By ANDREW AUSTIN
Allegation(s): LATE OR DEFICIENT CAMPAIGN REGISTRATION OR REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235, RCW 42.17A.240
Hearing: BRIEF - GROUP ENFORCEMENT on 12/22/2015
Case Closed or Final Order: 12/22/2015
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235: VIOLATION
RCW 42.17A.240: VIOLATION
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The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
JOSEPHINE TOWNSEND
By RACHEL BROOKS
Allegation(s): FAILURE TO REGISTER OR FILE CAMPAIGN REPORT(S)
RCW 42.17A.235
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17A.235 & .240: Violation found
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The penalty agreed to in the Stipulation was $2,500 with $1,250 suspended on the conditions Shift WA: (1) is not found to have committed any further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 within four years of the date of the final order in this matter; (2) is in compliance with all reporting requirements; and (3) the $1,250 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid within thirty days of the date of the final order in this matter.
On November 29, 2017, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC)received a complaint alleging that Gerry Pollet's (respondent) 2016 Campaign for State Representative may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to accurately and timely report contributions, expenditures and debt.
The PDC reviewed the complaint and determined that the Pollet 2016 Campaign for State Representative failed to timely file some reports. The late-filed reports contained minimal campaign activities, resulting in minimal impact to the public. The respondent received a warning letter concerning his Campaign's failure to timely file contribution and expenditure reports. The written warning letter conveyed staff's expectation that the respondent will file timely reports of contribution and expenditure reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on the above, the PDC dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1)
Dear Eric Flavel:
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Eric Flavel on July 9, 2018. The complaint alleged that Jon Carman may have violated RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 Personal Financial Affairs Statement for the 2018 and 2013 election cycles.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance regarding the failure to file an F-1 report, no evidence supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint Roger Lenk filed on January 19, 2018. The complaint alleged that Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland School District officials (Respondents), public employees, may have violated RCW 42.17A.555 for misuse of public funds, time, equipment, and resources to support a campaign for the ""Tri-Cities School Levy"" ballot propositions placed on the February 13, 2018 Special Election Ballot in each of the three jurisdictions.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by the Respondent; and PDC Interpretation 01-03, Guidelines for School Districts in Election Campaigns, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, presenting favorable facts about ballot propositions and failing to afford equal opportunity for opposing viewpoints do not amount to violations that warrants further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland School District Officials about the importance of providing fair and objective presentations of facts relative to ballot propositions. PDC staff expects that Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland School District Officials will present facts relative to ballot propositions in a neutral and fair manner in the future.
Furthermore, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), Scott Lehrman will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to provide members of the public with an approximately equal opportunity for the expression of opposing views when voting on ballot propositions at open public meetings. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Scott Lehrman will afford members of the public equal opportunity to express their views, whether in support or opposition, prior to voting to take action in the future. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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1. RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file C-3 reports disclosing monetary contributions
received.
2. RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failing to timely file C-4 reports disclosing contribution and
expenditure activities.
3. RCW 42.17A.260 for failing to timely file C-6 reports disclosing independent expenditures
undertaken in opposition to John Sheeran.
Having received the signed Statement of Understanding, the PDC dismissed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Rhett Winter on March 22, 2018. The complaint alleged that Larry Helm, a candidate for Board of Supervisors for the Whatcom Conservation District (WCD) in 2018, used WCD facilities to assist his candidacy in violation of RCW 42.17A.555. Specifically, the complaint alleged Mr. Helm’s campaign was assisted by the WCD who provided your name and address to a “political campaign” after the complainant requested a ballot from the WCD, and that you later received a political advertisement sent to your email address in support of Mr. Helm.
PDC staff reviewed the complaint, an attached February 22, 2018 letter from George Boggs, Executive Director of the WCD, a copy of the email advertisement, and the response from Mr. Helm.
PDC staff noted that candidates, campaigns, and other persons currently purchase registered voter lists from County Auditor’s Offices and the Secretary of State’s Office, without submitting a public records request.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, there is no evidence that supports a finding of a material violation warranting further investigation. The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports covering minor activity, does not amount to an actual material violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Brian Yambe will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely file C-3 and C-4 reports. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Brian Yambe files timely and complete C-3 and C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Conner Edwards on April 11, 2018. The complaint alleged that Facebook Inc & Mark Zuckerburg may have violated RCW 42.17A.345 for failure to maintain documents and books of account detailing exact nature and extent of political advertising services rendered, and for failure to present them upon public request.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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In her response, Ms. Homer stated that she was aware of the requirement to include the sponsor identification on her political advertisements, but she ordered one mailer from an out-of-state company in Florida, and she did not see a final proof of the piece prior to it being printed.
PDC staff reminded Ms. Homer about the importance of compliance with RCW 42.17A.320, including the identification of the sponsor and the sponsor's address on political advertising, in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
On May 25, 2016, the Washington Attorney General and King County Prosecutor received notice from Knoll Lowney of his intent to commence a Citizens Action under RCW 42.17A.765(4) against Tim Eyman, Jack Fagan, Mike Fagan, Barbara Smith, and Bring Back Our $30 Car Tabs – VWMC – 2016 for alleged violations of RCW 42.17A. The notice was provided on behalf of Washingtonians for Ethical Government.
The Citizen Action notice alleged that the Respondents including Bring Back Our $30 Car Tabs –
VWMC – 2016 failed to properly disclose expenses incurred in March 2016 for Independent Expenditures opposing 54 candidates for legislative office, alleged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240. The notice further alleged that the communications at issue failed to comply with the sponsor identification requirement for Independent Expenditure political advertising under RCW 42.17A.320.
On June 7, 2016, PDC staff received a copy of the complaint from the AGO with a request to review and investigate.
As of Wednesday, October 24, 2018, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) had received 31 complaints that were filed against four political committees recently registered with the PDC: (1) A Brighter Thurston County PAC; (2) Conscience of the Progressives PAC; (3) Real Progressives in Thurston County PAC; and (4) Send a Message PAC. Some of the complaints contained allegations against the Campaign Manager for the committees Glen Morgan and/or Treasurer Orin Wells in their individual capacities.
The complaints alleged that the four political committees listed above, and/or Messrs. Morgan and/or Wells individually, produced and distributed independent expenditure (IE) political advertising in the form of direct mail pieces that violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 by failing to timely disclose the committee officers and other required information on the Committee Registration (C-1pc report); (2) RCW 42.17A.320 by failing to include the party preference for a candidate featured in the IE political advertisements; (3) RCW 42.17A.335 by sponsoring IE political advertising that contained either false statements of material facts, or false endorsements about a candidate, made with malice; (4) RCW 42.17A.435 by concealing the source of contributions used by the political committees; and (5) RCW 42.17A.442 for making unauthorized contributions to another committee without first receiving contributions of ten dollars or more each from at least ten persons registered to vote in Washington State.
The IE advertisements sent the message that the sponsoring political committees requested recipients to write-in the names of four individuals that included Teresa Purcell, Joe Pakootas, Nathan Schlicher, and EJ Zita in the 2018 elections, even though those individuals are not declared candidates seeking public office in 2018.
Complaints filed against Real Progressives in Thurston County PAC and A Brighter Thurston County PAC
Complaints filed against Conscience of the Progressives PAC (Sponsored by Send a Message PAC)
1. Erin Frasier, a 2018 candidate for State Representative in the 19th Legislative District: The complaints allege violations of RCW 42.17A for sponsoring an IE advertisement mailer stating that Teresa Purcell, a 2016 candidate for State Representative in the 19th Legislative District, should be written in as a 2018 candidate as the real Progressive candidate. The mailer mentions Fuse and the Fuse WA Progressive Voters Guide.
2. Connie FitzPatrick, a 2018 candidate for State Representative in the 26th Legislative District: The complaints alleged violations of RCW 42.17A for sponsoring an IE advertisement mailer stating that Nathan Schlicher, a 2014 candidate for State Senator in the 26th Legislative District, should be written in as a 2018 candidate as the real Progressive candidate. The mailer mentions Fuse and the Fuse WA Progressive Voters Guide.
3. Jessa Lewis, a 2018 candidate for State Representative in the 6th Legislative District: The complaints allege violations of RCW 42.17A for sponsoring an IE advertisement mailer stating that Joe Pakootas, a 2016 candidate for Congress from the 5th Congressional District, should be written in as a 2018 candidate as the real Progressive candidate. The mailer mentions Fuse and the Fuse WA Progressive Voters Guide.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to
ANTHONY HAZEL on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on
September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way,
Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42. l 7 A. 700 by
failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official,
which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for
calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17 A RCW and
Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer.
The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhom-Delph, Compliance
Coordinator. At that hearing, ANTHONY HAZEL was found in violation of RCW
42.17A.700 and assessed a penalty of $250, which Commission staff requested be
reconsidered by the Commission Chair, due to new information not available at the time
of the original hearing. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and
procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April
16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Initial Order entered October 4, 2018 is
VACATED.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed on December 7 and December 12, 2018. Your complaints alleged that Tanisha Harris, candidate for State Representative in 17th Legislative District in the 2016 and 2018 elections, and a candidate for Clark County Council in the 2016 election, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.405 by accepting over-limits contributions for her two 2016 election campaigns, and the 2018 election campaign; (2) RCW 42.17A.240 by failing to accurately report aggregate totals for monetary and in-kind donations and by failing to report receipt of in-kind contributions on Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports); and (3) RCW 42.17A.240 and WAC 390-16-034 by failing to disclose the required occupation and employer information for individuals contributing more than $100 in the aggregate.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Marsha Manning, Treasurer for the three Elect Tanisha Harris campaigns referenced in the complaints; the applicable C-3 and C-4 reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to accurately disclose aggregate totals for individual contributors to the 2016 State Representative and 2016 County Council campaigns and failure to accurately disclose the occupation for one donor after their aggregate total exceeded $100 for the 2018 State Representative campaign, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded Tanisha Harris about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including individual donor information and aggregate totals of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
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The complaint also alleged violations RCW 42.17A.490 regarding the limitations on use of contributions for a different office which is not applicable to bona fide party committees.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by the 17th Legislative District Democrats and Committee Chair, Harrison Toepfer; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports that included minor data entry errors, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff reminded the 17th LD about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the received date of contributions, and the timely filing of the C-1pc disclosing material changes, in future calendar years in accordance with the statutes and rules.
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Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
On September 24, 2018, the PDC received Nathan Choi's missing Personal Statement of Financial Affairs (F-1 report); signed Statement of Understanding acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A.700 for failure to timely file the F-1 report not later than April 16, 2018; and a $100 payment of a civil penalty.
Having received all three items prior to the Brief Adjudicative Proceeding of September 24, 2018, the PDC closed this case without pursuing further enforcement or fines.
On March 13, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Up for Thurston County (Committee) may have violated RCW 42.17A.205, .320 and .750 (1) by failing to disclose any full committee officer(s) on the Committee Registration (C-1pc) at the time of the initial registration; (2) by knowingly filing a false C-1pc reports with the Commission; and (3) by failing to list Jason Bennett in sponsor identification on political advertising as the sole controlling individual for Up for Thurston County.
PDC reviewed the complaint and noted that the Committee did not initially include the information expressly required by law on the C-1pc, but later amended its C-1pc and included both the sponsor and the committee officer. While the Committee failed to include the full committee officer(s) and the name of the committee sponsor on the initial C-1pc and the subsequent two amended C-1pcs, it did eventually include both the sponsor's name and name of the controlling officer of the Committee after reaching out to the PDC for guidance /advice.
Based on these findings, staff determined that, in this instance, the failure to file an accurate and complete Committee Registration (C-1pc), which was later amended to include all the required information, is a violation that does not warrant further investigation.
Based on this information, PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by the Respondent; the applicable PDC reports filed by the Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Effective June 7, 2018, the standard for reporting debts and obligations in RCW 42.17A.240(8) has changed. Now, the debt reporting threshold is raised to $750 for any invoices submitted, goods received, or services received. Once a qualifying debt is outstanding for 5 business days in the period 30 days before the election, or 10 business days during any other period, and is past due as of the last day of the reporting period, it must be reported as an outstanding debt or obligation.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contribution and expenditure activity does not amount to violations that warrant further investigation.
However, PDC staff is reminding Andrew Billig about the importance of the timely and accurate disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, and the timely and accurate filings of all future PDC reports in accordance with the statutes and rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by David Chan; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and the October 17, 2018 Statement of Understanding with $300 civil penalty completed by Mr. Chan and acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
The 2018 election was the first time David Chan filed as a candidate under the “Full Reporting” option and was required to file C-3 and C-4 reports using the PDC’s ORCA program disclosing campaign contribution and expenditure activities electronically. Serving as his own treasurer, Mr. Chan spent several weeks working with PDC Filer Assistance Staff on how to properly enter and correct information reported in ORCA, and he continued to work with staff throughout the 2018 election cycle.
In July 2018, two complaints were filed against David Chan alleging his campaign failed to timely and accurately file reports of campaign activities. On October 22, 2018, Mr. Chan completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately file C-3 and C-4 reports, and paid a $300 civil penalty, resolving similar allegations in PDC Cases 42329, 42397 and 42940.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file a small number of C-3 and C-4 reports late disclosing details of a mailed political advertisement, does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation or additional enforcement action. Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), David Chan will receive a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately disclosure of all contribution and expenditures. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that David Chan timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including all required vendor information during the accelerated reporting periods prior to and after any election in which his name appears on the ballot. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Specifically, the complaint alleged the Campaign failed to disclose debts and obligations related to the $1,367.50 suspended portion of the monetary penalty agreed to in the settlement agreement with the Attorney General’s Office (AGO), and the penalties and legal costs related to the Citizens Action Notice’s filed with the AGO.
Staff determined that the suspended portion of a penalty that is contingent on the finding of a future violation is not reportable on the PDC reports as debt, and the penalties and legal fees that were incurred by the Campaign after the November 8, 2016 general election had been held, and those activities did not support Senator Hunt’s candidacy.
Based on this information, in this instance the facts do not amount to a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation, and the PDC has dismissed the complaint in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its initial review of the complaint filed by the Washington State Democrats on January 31, 2018. The complaint alleged that Mary Dye may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely report contributions and expenditures.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that in this instance, failure to timely file reports of contributions and expenditures does not amount to, a material violation warranting further investigation.
PDC staff is reminding Mary Dye about the importance of the timely disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, including the filing fee, and the timely filings of all future PDC reports, including C-3 and C-4 reports.
The PDC has closed the matter, and will not be conducting a more formal investigation into the complaint or pursuing further enforcement action in this case.
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PDC staff reviewed the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Timothy Gray; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine the allegations support a finding of one or more violations.
Although the Stevens County Auditor’s Office telephone number did appear in two political advertisements sponsored by the “Retain Tim Gray Auditor” campaign, the campaign took corrective action promptly. The 7-day pre-primary C-4 report was filed after the primary election but contained zero activity and the filing fee was paid using the personal funds of the candidate.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, including the Stevens County Auditor’s Office telephone number on two pieces of political advertisement, filing the 7-day preprimary C-4 report late disclosing zero activity, and failing to disclose the filing fee paid for using candidate’s personal funds does not amount to an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Timothy Gray will receive a formal written warning concerning; (1) using public facilities to support his re-election campaign by including the Stevens County Auditor’s Office telephone number in political advertisement; (2) failing to timely file the 7-day pre-primary C-4 report; and (3) failing to disclose the candidate filing fee. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Mr. Gray will review all political advertisement sponsored by him or his campaign to avoid using facilities to support his candidacy and that he timely files all future required reports of contributions and expenditures, including all campaign activities, specifically those occurring during the accelerated reporting schedule prior to and after any election in which Mr. Gray participates in as a candidate for public office in the future. The Commission may consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Marsha Manning, Treasurer for Elect Monica Stonier; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
No evidence was found to indicate that funds received by CCDCC from PAC 48 were earmarked as defined in RCW 42.17A.460 by PAC 48 or otherwise specifically intended to benefit the Elect Monica Stonier campaign.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints filed; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rick Offner, Treasurer for Pierce County Democratic Central Committee; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, the late filed C-3 report cited in PDC Case 46474 was the result of an internal audit conducted by the PCDCC. The Commission encourages the practice of internal review and the submittal of missing or incorrect reports of campaign activities.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file one C-3 report disclosing proceeds from a low-cost fundraiser and failure to disclose the October 27, 2017 unsuspended penalty owed to the AGO as a debt, does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PCDCC received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing debt. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that the PCDCC timely file accurate and complete C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
In addition, PDC staff reminded the PCDCC about the importance of timely filing all Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) disclosing deposits made, no matter the source of contributions or the amount. The reminder included staff’s expectation that the PCDCC continue utilizing internal controls and audits to ensure timely and accurate reporting of all campaign activities in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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PDC staff reviewed the allegations listed in the two complaints filed; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response provided by Rick Offner, Treasurer for Pierce County Democratic Central Committee; and the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on staff’s review, the late filed C-3 report cited in PDC Case 46474 was the result of an internal audit conducted by the PCDCC. The Commission encourages the practice of internal review and the submittal of missing or incorrect reports of campaign activities.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely file one C-3 report disclosing proceeds from a low-cost fundraiser and failure to disclose the October 27, 2017 unsuspended penalty owed to the AGO as a debt, does not warrant further investigation or enforcement action.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), the PCDCC received a formal written warning concerning failure to timely and accurately file Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports) disclosing debt. The formal written warning included staff’s expectation that the PCDCC timely file accurate and complete C-4 reports in future years in accordance with PDC laws and rules. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
In addition, PDC staff reminded the PCDCC about the importance of timely filing all Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 reports) disclosing deposits made, no matter the source of contributions or the amount. The reminder included staff’s expectation that the PCDCC continue utilizing internal controls and audits to ensure timely and accurate reporting of all campaign activities in the future.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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At the January 26, 2017 Commission meeting, the Commission accepted the signed Stipulation of Facts, Violations and Penalty, which assessed a total civil penalty of $2,500 of which $1,500 is suspended on the following condition: (1) Mr. Boldt pays the $1,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order; (2) Mr. Boldt commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of this Order; (3) In any future campaign in which Mr. Boldt is a candidate, neither he nor one of his family members may serve as his campaign treasurer; he will use an experienced and trained treasurer in any future campaigns; and (4) In the event Mr. Boldt fails to meet any of the above terms of this order, the entire penalty of $2,500.00 which includes the suspended portion of the penalty ($1,500.00), will become immediately due without any further intervention of the Commission. PDC staff will refer the debt to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection.
1. Senator Rivers complies with all current PDC reporting obligations and pays the $1,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 60 days.
2. Senator Rivers commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for a period of four years from the date of this Order.
In the event Senator Rivers fails to comply with any of the terms of the suspended penalty, the $3,000 suspended portion of the penalty shall become due without any further action by the Commission.
On October 21, 2013, Marsha Manning filed a complaint alleging that Vancouver Vitality, a local political committee in Clark County formed to support and oppose a number of candidates for Vancouver City Council and Mayor in 2013, failed to timely file Independent Expenditures/Electioneering Communications Reports (C-6 report) disclosing independent expenditures that were made during the 2013 election cycle.
On April 22, 2016, VV PAC completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging violations of RCW 42.17A.260 and .305 by failing to timely file C-6 reports disclosing EC’s undertaken during the 2013 election. The SOU is part of the Commissions recently adopted policy of “Alternative Responses to Noncompliance” in lieu of having a Brief Enforcement hearing held, and VV PAC paid a civil penalty of $50.
The complaint alleged that a number of Benton County officials, and officials from the cities of Kennewick, Prosser, Richland and West Richland (and listed below) violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using the facilities of their respective local public agencies, including the use of agency computers, emails, police and sheriff's uniforms, vehicles, agency staff time, and other facilities to support the August 5, 2014 Benton County sales and use tax measure.
A complaint was filed by Katherine Homes on October 17, 2014, alleging that the National Rifle Association: Washingtonians Opposed to I-594 (NRA WA) violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to timely disclose contributions received on Monetary Contributions reports (C-3 report).
At the February 23, 2017 Commission meeting, the Commission accepted the signed Stipulation of Facts and Violations that had been agreed to by PDC staff and the BCDCC. The Commission assessed a total civil penalty of $3,000 against the BCDCC, of which $2,000 is suspended on the conditions the BCDCC pays the $1,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order; and commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of this Order.
The following allegations have been made against the respondent:
BRYAN BRASWELL
RCW 42.17.240
Hearing: FULL (GE) on 08/10/2011
Case Closed or Final Order: 09/12/2011
Disposition by section (WAC/RCW):
RCW 42.17.240: VIOLATION
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On June 2, 2016, a Citizen Action Letter 45-day letter (Complaint) was filed with the Washington State Attorney General's Office (AG’s Office) on June 2, 2016, by Jaxon Ravens with the Washington State Democratic Central Committee alleging that Kim Wyman, incumbent Secretary of State and a candidate for re-election to that office in 2016, violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to timely file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Campaign Summary Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports).
On June 14, 2016, the AG’s Office sent a letter to Evelyn Fielding Lopez, PDC Executive Director concerning the June 2, 2016 Complaint filed against Kim Wyman, and requesting that PDC staff review and investigate the allegations listed in the Complaint.
On July 8, 2016, at a special Commission meeting, the Commission found apparent violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 the 2016 Citizens for Kim Wyman and recommends that the Attorney General take appropriate action concerning the Respondents’ apparent violations.
On January 20, 2017 a stipulated agreement and judgment was entered in Thurston County Superior Court.
Mr. Peterson created an F-1 electronic filing account and saved an F-1 report with incomplete information on June 23, 2016, and had been working with PDC staff and attempting to file the missing F-1 report, prior to the hearing notices being mailed out. He successfully e-filed the F-1 report on August 2, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found no violation of RCW 42.17A.700 by Mr. Peterson for failing to timely file the F-1 report, and closed the case administratively.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaint filed by Lois J. DiMarco on October 30, 2018. The complaint alleged that Don Pollard, a contributor to the 2018 Nicholas Power for San Juan County Prosecutor Campaign, may have violated: (1) RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to register a political committee in support of the 2018 Nicholas Power for San Juan County Prosecutor Campaign; (2) RCW 42.17A.235 and RCW 42.17A.240 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures for political advertising costs related to two paid advertisements; (3) RCW 42.17A.405 for making over-limit contributions to the Power Campaign through political advertising purchased after review and approval by the candidate; (4) RCW 42.17A.255, .260 and .305 for failure to timely and accurately report independent expenditures or electioneering communications; and (5) RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to accurately and completely disclose sponsor identification on written political advertisement.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the response(s) provided by Mr. Pollard and Nicholas Power in a related case (PDC Case 42587); the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
Based on these findings staff has determined that, in this instance, no evidence supports a finding of an actual violation warranting further investigation.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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After the August 5, 2016 Brief Enforcement hearings had been held, Mr. Wilson contacted PDC staff stating that he had just returned from vacation, and became aware of the hearing. He filed a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) on August 6, 2016, completed a Statement of Understanding (SOU) acknowledging a violation of RCW 42.17A, and paid a $150 penalty.
The Presiding Officer rescinded her Oral Findings and accepted the SOU and $150 penalty payment in lieu of issuing an Order.
Angel Jordan is a first-time candidate seeking the office of State Representative in the 41st Legislative District in 2016. Mr. Jordan failed to file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Jordan in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to file the C-1 report, and assessed a $250 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, payable within 10 days of receiving the Order. Mr. Jordan requested a reconsideration of the penalty assessed against him, and the Commission amended the initial Order, and suspended the entire $250 penalty on the condition he commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A for four years from the date of the amended Order.
William Hirt is a candidate seeking the office of Governor of Washington State in 2016. Mr. Hirt failed to file a a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), and he was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Hirt in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to file the C-1 report, and RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file the F-1 report, and he was assessed a $500 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, payable within 10 days of receiving the Order. He requested a review/reconsideration of the $500 penalty that was assessed against him, but the Commission upheld the initial Order.
Brian Fiess is a first-time candidate seeking the office of Grant County Commissioner in 2016. Mr. Fiess failed to file a a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) and a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report), and he was sent a Brief Enforcement Hearing Notice on July 21, 2016.
At the August 5, 2016 hearing, the Presiding Officer found Mr. Fiess in violation of RCW 42.17A.205 for failing to file the C-1 report, and RCW 42.17A.700 for failing to file the F-1 report, and he was assessed a $500 civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-165, payable within 10 days of receiving the Order.
Based on staff's investigation, an Enforcement Hearing was scheduled before the Full Commission on February 27, 2018. At the Enforcement Hearing, the Commission Officer accepted the signed Stipulation as to Facts, Violations and Penalty between Mr. Myers and PDC staff, that included violations of RCW 42.17A.145 and .255 by filing false campaign finance reports disclosing newspaper advertisements that appeared in the Willapa Harbor Herald as independent expenditures and electioneering communications made in support of Richard Anderson, when the advertisements were in fact in-kind contributions made in support of Mr. Anderson’s Campaign.
The penalty agreed to in the Stipulation was $1,500 civil penalty, of which $500 is suspended based on the following conditions: (1) Mr. Myers commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order; (2) the $1,000 non-suspended portion of the penalty is paid within 30 days from the date of the Order; and (3) Mr. Myers is in compliance with the PDC reporting requirements.
The complaint alleged that the Kitsap County Republican Party (KCRP), a bona fide county political party organization registered with the PDC, violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 by failing to properly report expenditures that were reimbursed to a KCRP official in 2015. Specifically, the complaint alleged that Chris Tibbs, former Chair of the KCRP, received payments on multiple occasions during the period January 1 to July 31, 2015, reimbursing him for gas, mileage and meals, and the KCRP then filed amended reports re-classifying some of the expenditures and listing the original vendors.
On September 7, 2016, a 45-Day Citizen Action Letter (Complaint) was filed with the Washington State Attorney General's Office (AG’s Office) by Dmitri Igliztin and Laura Ewan, against Jared Karstetter, former legal counsel for the King County Corrections Guild, alleging violations of the following PDC statutes:
Also reference SC 16-2-04713-34 https://www.pdc.wa.gov/browse/cases/SC%2016-2-04713-34
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The Commission considered the results of staff’s investigative review at a special Commission meeting held on February 8, 2017, where PDC staff presented its findings which included a recommendation regarding the allegations listed in the Complaint. Based on the factors identified in staff’s investigative review of the allegations listed in the Complaint, staff determined that: (1) SEIU 775 did not appear to be a political committee with a requirement to register and report with the PDC; and (2) SEIU 775 did not violate RCW 42.17A.205, .235, and .240 because: (1) It is not a “receiver of contributions” in support of, or in opposition to candidates or ballot propositions; and (2) Supporting candidates or ballot propositions is not one of its primary purposes.
Staff noted that SEIU 775 has a political committee SEIU Healthcare 775NW Quality Care Committee, which has been registered and reporting with the PDC dating backto 2005. The Commission voted unanimously to accept staff’s recommendation, and to recommend that no further action be taken on the Citizen Action Complaint filed against Service Employees International Union Local 775.
CBS BG acknowledged the four violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 listed above, and wanted to avoid the time and expense resulting from a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) being scheduled by PDC staff.
CBS BG completed a Statement of Understanding, and paid a $600 civil penalty, $150 each for the four acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A.235 and .240, in accordance with the WAC 390-37-143 the Penalty Schedule for Brief Enforcement Hearings, in lieu of the PDC conducting a Brief Enforcement Hearing.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) staff alleges that Katherine Davis, an incumbent School Director for the Hockinson School District, failed to timely file an annual Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 Report), due no later than April 15, 2016, disclosing financial activities for CY 2015, in violation of RCW 42.17A.700.
At the January 20, 2017, Brief Enforcement hearing, the Presiding Officer found Ms. Davis violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to timely file an F-1 report for CY 2015, and assessed a civil penalty of $150 in accordance with WAC 390-37-160, that is payable within 30 days of the date of this Order. Ms. Davis requested a reconsideration of the $150 penalty assessed against her, and at the April 27, 2017, the Commission granted her request and suspended the $150 penalty for four years pending no further violations of RCW 42.17A. or WAC 390 from the date of the Order.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received five complaints filed by Glen Morgan against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee (TCDCC), alleging violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390: (1) PDC Case #11660: TCDCC #1 filed on January 5, 2017; (2) PDC Case #13677: TCDCC #2 filed on February 12, 2017; (3) PDC Case:#15417: TCDCC #3 filed on March 15, 2017; (4) PDC Case #18608: TCDCC #4 filed on May 17, 2017; and (5) PDC Case #24436: TCDCC #5 filed on August 11, 2017.
The five complaints were also filed with the Attorney General's Office (AGO) as Citizen Action Notice (CAN) against the TCDCC and contained similar or identical allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390. On August 20, 2018, TCDCC sent a letter to the PDC, notifying staff that the TCDCC had recently settled a lawsuit filed against them by the AGO in which they acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty, that included reimbursing for the court and investigative costs, and attorney fees.
The TCDCC acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty to resolve the allegations listed in your complaints. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the five complaints filed against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Commission considered the results of staff’s investigative review at a Commission meeting held on March 23, 2017, where PDC staff presented its findings which included a recommendation regarding the allegations listed in the Complaint. As noted in the attached Investigative Review Memorandum with Exhibits, staff concluded that based on the factors identified in staff’s investigative review of the allegations listed in the Complaint, staff determined that WFSE did not appear to be a political committee with a requirement to register and report with the PDC.
At the Commission meeting, the Commission had questions concerning the separate segregated fund established by the WFSE. The Commission voted unanimously to make no recommendation, concerning any further action be taken on the Citizen Action Complaint filed against Washington Federation of State Employees - American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Council 28, and referred the matter to the Attorney General’s office to
determine the status of the separate segregated fund issue.
On April 10, 2017, the Attorney General's Office notified the Complainant, Respondent and Commission that they were not be filing a lawsuit or taking any action concerning this matter.
PDC staff alleges that Ken Hohenberg, City of Kennewick Police Chief, violated RCW 42.17A.555 by using City of Kennewick facilities by appearing in his City of Kennewick Police Chief uniform at a May 13, 2014 press conference in support of an August 5, 2014, local Benton County Law and Justice ballot measure, and driving to the press conference in his official City of Kennewick Police Department vehicle.
An enforcement hearing before the Full Commission has been scheduled for May 25, 2017. At the hearing, the Commission accepted the signed Stipulation and assessed a $750 civil penalty, of which $500 is suspended on the the conditions that Chief Hohenberg pays the $250 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of receiving this Order, and commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order.
An enforcement hearing before the Full Commission has been scheduled for May 25, 2017. At the hearing, the Commission accepted the signed Stipulation and assessed a $750 civil penalty, of which $500 is suspended on the the conditions that Chief Skinner pays the $250 non-suspended portion of the penalty within 30 days of receiving this Order, and commits no further violations of RCW 42.17A or WAC 390 for four years from the date of the Order.
Staff’s review of the amended C-3 and C-4 reports filed by the Campaign, Mr. Lo’s frequent communications with PDC staff concerning filing questions both by telephone and by email, and the timeliness in which the Campaign filed amended C-3 and C-4 reports indicated the Campaign made a good faith effort to comply with the reporting requirements.
The Campaign did everything requested by PDC staff to facilitate transparency in one the most expensive legislative elections in Washington State history. Based on this information, PDC staff is dismissing the allegations listed in the eight complaints concerning amended reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
PDC staff also dismissed the allegations listed in the eight complaints that were based “on information and belief” in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1), since the complainant failed to provide any evidence to support or substantiate those allegations.
Finally, PDC staff dismissed the remaining allegations in the eight complaints filed against Senator Dhingra as referenced in the attached complaint return letter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received five complaints filed by Glen Morgan against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee (TCDCC), alleging violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390: (1) PDC Case #11660: TCDCC #1 filed on January 5, 2017; (2) PDC Case #13677: TCDCC #2 filed on February 12, 2017; (3) PDC Case:#15417: TCDCC #3 filed on March 15, 2017; (4) PDC Case #18608: TCDCC #4 filed on May 17, 2017; and (5) PDC Case #24436: TCDCC #5 filed on August 11, 2017.
The five complaints were also filed with the Attorney General's Office (AGO) as Citizen Action Notice (CAN) against the TCDCC and contained similar or identical allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390. On August 20, 2018, TCDCC sent a letter to the PDC, notifying staff that the TCDCC had recently settled a lawsuit filed against them by the AGO in which they acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty, that included reimbursing for the court and investigative costs, and attorney fees.
The TCDCC acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty to resolve the allegations listed in your complaints. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the five complaints filed against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) has completed its review of the complaints filed by Glen Morgan between April 11 and May 17, 2017. The complaints alleged that Roger Flygare, a 2015 candidate for Fire Commissioner for South King Fire & Rescue, and a 2017 candidate for Federal Way City Council may have violated RCW 42.17A.205 for failure to timely and completely file a Candidate Registration (C-1 report) disclosing all committee officers, and for failing to register businesses owned by the candidate as Political Committees; RCW 42.17A.220 for failure to timely deposit contributions; RCW 42.17A.235 for failure to timely and accurately file Monetary Contribution reports (C-3 reports) and Summary Full Campaign Contribution and Expenditure reports (C-4 reports), disclosing contributions and expenditures undertaken by the campaign; RCW 42.17A.240, WAC 390-16-037, and WAC 390-16-205 for failure to accurately provide detailed breakdowns of expenditures, in-kind contributions, and debts; RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising; RCW 42.17A.405 for accepting over-limit contributions; RCW 42.17A.425 for allowing persons not listed as committee officers on the C-1 report to authorize expenditures; RCW 42.17A.465 for failure to record loans by written instrument; and RCW 42.17A.710 for failure to disclose officership status in a professional association on the Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report).
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements; the responses provided by Roger Flygare; the applicable PDC reports filed by Respondent; and queried the Respondent’s data in the PDC contribution and expenditure database, to determine whether the record supports a finding of one or more violations.
While the 2015 Fire Commissioner and 2017 Federal Way City Council campaigns had issues related to the timely, accurate, and detailed reporting of contributions and expenditures, and failed to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, the campaigns made good faith efforts to comply with the requirements of Chapter 42.17A RCW and Title 390 WAC, and have maintained communication and cooperation with PDC staff to attain and sustain compliance.
Based on our findings staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely and accurately report contributions and expenditures, report unpaid officerships in associations, and failure to provide sponsor identification on boosted digital advertising, do not amount to violations warranting further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(b), Roger Flygare will receive a formal written warning concerning timely and complete disclosure of all contribution and expenditure activities, board memberships and officerships on qualifying organizations, and the complete and accurate disclosure of sponsor identification on all political advertising. The formal written warning will include staff’s expectation that Roger Flygare will provide greater oversight of required campaign disclosures, and institute contingencies to comply with the law in the case of a lapse in treasurer services. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed these matters in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The five complaints were also filed with the Attorney General's Office (AGO) as Citizen Action Notice (CAN) against the TCDCC and contained similar or identical allegations of violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390. On August 20, 2018, TCDCC sent a letter to the PDC, notifying staff that the TCDCC had recently settled a lawsuit filed against them by the AGO in which they acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty, that included reimbursing for the court and investigative costs, and attorney fees.
The TCDCC acknowledged violations of RCW 42.17A and WAC 390, and paid a civil penalty to resolve the allegations listed in your complaints. Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed the five complaints filed against the Thurston County Democratic Central Committee in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
On August 13, 2025, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that Respondent Mike Claxton, a 2025 candidate for City Council Member, Position 5, in the City of Longview, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely and accurately submit reports disclosing the required expenditure detail and RCW 42.17A.320 for failure to include complete sponsor identification on political advertisement.
The staff's review found that the Campaign failed to include the required expenditure detail and/or in-kind expenditure details on its expenditure reports. The staff also found that the campaign failed to include the required sponsor identification language on political advertisement, as required by the statutory scheme.
Based on the above finding(s), the staff issued a reminder to the Respondent and dismissed the matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
The complaint alleged that United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 598, PDC Case 43672, Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC, PDC Case 43673, and 35 employer/contractors, PDC Cases 43675-43709, may have violated RCW 42.17A.495, WAC 390-17-100, and WAC 390-17-110: (1) by failing to obtain a proper written request from employees before withholding wages or salaries for contributions to Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 598 PAC; and (2) by failing to provide an annual notification to employees who have requested payroll deductions for political contributions of their right to withdraw their request at any time, and of the prohibition against discrimination for not contributing. The statute and rules primarily apply to the employer/contractors, but also prohibit the union and the employer/contractors from discriminating against a union member who does not make political contributions.
Staff found that the current authorization form does not conform to the requirements in RCW 42.17A.495 and WAC 390-17-100, and that many of the employer/contractors have not been sending out the required annual notification to employees who have funds withheld for PAC contributions, as required by WAC 390-17-110. The employer/contractors rely on the union to provide an authorization form that complies with the law and rules. Staff made it clear what changes need to be made to the written authorization and annual notification. The union, working with and on behalf of the employer/contractors, has developed an authorization form and annual notification that meets the requirement of the statute and rules. The respondents have stated that they will incorporate the changes to the authorization form and annual notification.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting and providing complete expenditure detail. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177731 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177731 Amy Forrest Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8287/177731%20Amy%20Forrest%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/23/2026 06:46:09 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 8003 1069 22310 07/13/2017 07/13/2017 12/21/2018 Glen Morgan Spokane County Democratic Central Committee Spokane County Democratic Central Committee (2): Alleged violations of Chapter 42.17A RCW for failure to accurately and timely file reports of contributions, expenditures, and debts (July 2017) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Written Warning Political Committee - Democratic Bona Fide "The complaints alleged Anders Tron-Haukebo, a 2024 Candidate for Clallam County Commissioner, may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 and .240 for failure to timely file Cash Receipts Monetary Contributions (C-3) reports and Campaign Summary Receipts and Expenditures (C-4) reports, disclosing contributions and expenditures.
Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, failure to timely report the expenditure for the filing fee report does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
The violations of PDC laws and rules made by Anders Tron-Haukebo are remedial in nature and do not warrant further investigation or enforcement action. The expenditure and contribution involved totaled no more than the contribution limits set forth in RCW 42.17A.405(2) were inadvertent and minor and did not materially harm the public interest beyond the harm to the policy of Chapter 42.17A RCW inherent in any violation.
Anders Tron-Haukebo was a candidate who lost the election and did not receive aggregate contributions over the amount set forth in RCW 42.17A.005(46)(d)(ii)(B) per election during the campaign.
The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures and contributions does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Rural Americans United will receive a formal written warning concerning a failure to accurately and timely disclose contributions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Based on our findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the failure to timely and accurately report expenditures and contributions does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
Pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), however, Paula Lamanna will receive a formal written warning concerning the failure to accurately and timely disclose contributions. The Commission will consider the formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
Based on this information, the PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Having considered these factors and the applicable statutes, rules, and reporting requirements, the PDC has dismissed this matter following RCW 42.17A.755(1) and will not conduct a more formal investigation into these allegations or take further enforcement action in these matters.
PDC staff is reminding the Respondent to submit C-4 expenditure reports by the expedited deadlines in RCW 42.17A.235 when it has engaged in activity supporting candidates on the primary ballot.
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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he Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of a complaint filed with the PDC.
Applicable Laws and Rules
Per RCW 42.17A.320, all written political advertising, whether relating to candidates or ballot propositions, shall include the sponsor's name and address. The use of an assumed name for the sponsor of electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising shall be unlawful. For partisan office, if a candidate has expressed a party or independent preference on the declaration of candidacy, that party or independent designation shall be clearly identified in electioneering communications, independent expenditures, or political advertising.
RCW 42.17A.320 and WAC390-18-010, 020, 030, and 040 further outline requirements for sponsor identification on political advertising.
Background and Findings
Summary and Resolution
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, PDC staff has determined that you appear to have violated RCW 42.17A. After consideration of all the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purposes of the Fair Campaign Practices Act. Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d). PDC staff is reminding you about the importance of timely reporting and sponsor identification on political advertising. You are expected to comply with PDC statutes and rules in the future.
" https://www.pdc.wa.gov/rules-enforcement/enforcement/enforcement-cases/177628 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 false "[{""file_name"" : ""177628 Heather Logan Complaint.pdf"", ""url"" : ""https://wapdc-document-images-prod.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/enforcement/8279/177628%20Heather%20Logan%20Complaint.pdf"", ""description"" : """", ""document_type"" : """"}]" 01/23/2026 11:36:11 AM PDC staff dismissed for no violation, but reminded the respondent of the applicable law and to exercise caution in the future. 8016 7694 171201 04/28/2025 04/28/2025 07/30/2025 Conner Edwards Deborah Treen Deborah Treen: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.235 & .240 for failure to timely and accurately file contribution and expenditure reports (EY25 APR25) RCW 29B.25.090/42.17A.235, RCW 29B.25.100/42.17A.240 Case Closed with Reminder Candidate - LocalOn April 28, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint from Conner Edwards alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have failed to file timely and accurate contributions and expenditures reports and failure to include a complete sponsor identification on the campaign’s website during the 2025 election year.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated RCW 42.17A. However, after consideration of all the circumstances further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the law.
Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and issued a formal reminder to the Respondent in this matter regarding the importance of reporting contributions and expenditures in a timely manner in the future.
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On April 29, 2025, the PDC staff received a complaint from Conner Edwards alleging that the Respondent in this matter may have failed to timely disclose lobbyist activities on L-2 reports.
Having reviewed the complaint and the supporting evidence, the PDC staff determined that the Respondent appeared to have violated RCW 42.17A. However, after consideration of all the circumstances further proceedings would not serve the purpose of the law.
Under WAC 390-37-070, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the Commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but also shows that the respondent is in substantial compliance with the relevant statutes or rules, or shows that formal enforcement action is not warranted.
Based on this, the PDC dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1) and WAC 390-37-060(1)(d) and issued a formal reminder to the Respondent in this matter regarding the importance of and expectation to timely report(ing) lobbyist activities in the future.
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RCW 42.17A.700 requires every elected or appointed official to file an F-1 report, which was to have been filed no later than April 15, 2025.
In accordance with RCW 42.17A.110 and RCW 42.17A.755, a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding (Brief Enforcement Hearing) has been scheduled to determine if you violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the required F-1 report for the 2025 election cycle. Under the Brief Enforcement Hearing rules, the Presiding Officer has the authority to assess a civil penalty in accordance with WAC 390-37-143, a penalty schedule adopted by the Commission (see enclosed copy).
HEARING INFORMATION
Date and time: August 7, 2025 at 1:30PM
Place: Remotely from Olympia
Live Audio and Online Transmission
Presiding Officer: J Leach, Chair, Public Disclosure Commission
Authority: RCW 42.17A and WAC 390
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The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed against the Respondent in this matter and found that the Respondent failed to include the statutory required sponsor identification on political advertisements and the expenditure details in expenditure reports as alleged in the complaint.
The staff issued a Reminder letter, reminding the Respondent about the importance of including complete sponsor identification on political campaign yard signs in the future and making sure to include the expenditure details in expenditure reports.
The Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) completed its review of the complaint filed by Sam Landi (the “Complainant”) on September 19, 2025. The complaint alleged that Dio Boucsieguez (the “Respondent”) violated RCW 42.17A.235, .240, and .320 by failing to timely and accurately report expenditures and provide full sponsor identification (ID) on political advertising.
Specifically, the complaint alleged the Respondent failed to 1) disclose his candidate filing fee and processing fees paid to eFundraising Connections; 2) fully describe a digital advertising expenditure on a C-4 report; and 3) include “Paid for by” or “Sponsored by” and sponsor address on his candidate website.
Mr. Landi also alleged that sponsor ID was missing from the efundraisingconnections.com web page linked to the candidate’s Donate page in violation of RCW 42.17A.320. Sponsor ID is required to be present on a candidate website’s home page (or landing page, if different) and it is recommended, but not required, on other web pages. Based on these findings, the allegation that sponsor ID was required on the Donate page or its linked web page is hereby dismissed.
Based on the attached findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, any violation that may have occurred was minor and has been cured. After consideration of the circumstances, further proceedings would not serve the purpose of this chapter. Under WAC 390-37-060, the executive director, at any time prior to consideration by the commission, may dismiss a complaint which on its face, or as shown by investigation, provides reason to believe that a violation has occurred, but does not amount to a violation that warrants further investigation.
However, pursuant to WAC 390-37-060(1)(d), this serves as a formal written warning concerning the Respondent's failure to 1) provide complete sponsor ID on political advertising; and 2) timely and accurately disclose contributions and expenditures in election year 2025. In the future, PDC staff expect the Respondent to provide complete sponsor ID and timely and accurately disclose all contributions and expenditures on required reports, including expenditure details. The Commission will consider this formal written warning in deciding on further Commission action if there are future violations of PDC laws or rules.
PDC staff is also reminding the Respondent about the importance of disclosing complete description details, including vendor name & address, for in-kind contributions on PDC reports in the future in accordance with the PDC laws, rules or guidance.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 29B.60.020(1).
On November 5, 2019, the Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) received a complaint alleging that the Yes for Camas Community (Committee), may have violated RCW 42.17A.235 by failing to keep timely and accurate books of account and allow for their timely public inspection, and WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding mini-reporting contribution limit.
PDC staff reviewed the allegations; the applicable statutes, rules and reporting requirements; and the response provided by the treasurer on behalf of the Committee.
Staff determined that the Committee failed to timely produce books of accounts for public inspection during the 10 days preceding the 2019 general election. Staff also found that the Committee's books of account was deficient in details. However, the Committee's officials were inexperienced and unfamiliar with the PDC requirements pertaining to books of accounts. Additionally, the Committee has no prior PDC violations.
Based on the above, staff issued a reminder letter to the Committee officials about the importance of keeping accurate books of account, including allowing public inspection of books of account in a timely fashion in future years.
Based on this information, the PDC staff dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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On September 6, 2019, PDC staff sent a letter informing to Mr. Brandenberg concerning his request to change from the Mini Reporting Option to the Full Reporting option, which was was approved despite the fact that his 2019 Campaign for Fire Commissioner exceeded the $5,000 contribution limitation to qualify for the Mini Reporting Option.
On October 29, 2019, staff sent Mr. Brandenberg a letter informing him that an assessment of facts had been completed, and a staff generated complaint was opened concerning allegations that his 2019 Campaign exceeded the limitations of the Mini Reporting Option.
On January 10, 2020, PDC staff received a signed Statement of Understanding (SOU) from Mr. Brandenberg dated January 7, 2020, along with a $150 penalty payment. The SOU signed by him acknowledged a violation of WAC 390-16-125 by exceeding the contribution limitations of the Mini Reporting Option, and resolved the allegation listed in the staff generated complaint.
Based on this information, the PDC has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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Because incidental committees are not political committees, they may be listed as a Top 5 Contributor without further disclosure concerning the incidental committee. You also alleged WFC needed to disclose the Top 3 Donors to the Seattle Foundation. However, the Seattle Foundation is not listed as one of WFC’s Top 5 Contributors, and even if it was listed as a Top 5 Contributor, it is not a political committee. None of the Top 5 Contributors to WFC are political committees, and as such, the requirement to list the Top 3 non-PAC donors to the Top 5 Contributors is not applicable.
Based on these findings, staff has determined that, in this instance, the alleged failure to disclose the Top 3 Donors to a PAC’s Top 5 Contributors is not a violation that warrants further investigation. The PDC finds that no further action is warranted and has dismissed this matter in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(1).
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The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Pursuant to the brief enforcement hearing (brief adjudicative proceeding) notice sent to SANDRA MCCOURT on August 16, 2018, A brief adjudicative proceeding was held on September 24, 2018, in Room 206, Evergreen Plaza Building, 711 Capitol Way, Olympia, Washington, to consider whether the Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file a Personal Financial Affairs Statement (F-1 report) as an incumbent official, which was due to be filed not later than April 16, 2018, disclosing financial activities for calendar year 2017.
The hearing was held in accordance with Chapters 34.05 RCW and 42.17A RCW and Chapter 390-37 WAC. Commission Chair Anne Levinson was the Presiding Officer. The Commission staff was represented by Fox Blackhorn-Delph, Compliance Coordinator. The Respondent did not participate in the hearing or submit any written materials.
Having considered the evidence, the Presiding Officer finds as follows:
1. This matter was duly and properly convened and all jurisdictional, substantive, and procedural requirements have been satisfied.
2. The Respondent violated RCW 42.17A.700 by failing to file the F-1 report by April 16, 2018.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the Respondent is assessed a civil penalty of $250, in accordance with the F-1 penalty schedule set forth in WAC 390-37-143, payable within 30 days of the date of the Order.
It is further ordered that the Respondent:
1. Pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of this Order.
2. “Cease and desist” from failing to file the required PDC reports in accordance with RCW 42.17A.755(4).
3. File the missing F-1 report disclosing financial activity for calendar year 2017 within 30 days of the date of this Order.
In the event the Respondent fails to pay the $250 civil penalty within 30 days of the date of the Order, PDC staff is directed to refer the matter to the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) for collection of the amount owed.
Reference PDC Case 29869
See 2025 Review memo/email
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