South Kitsap School District 402: Alleged violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of public agency facilities to assist three election campaigns. (EY ’23; Sep ’23)

Case

#142895

Respondent

Tim Winter (Superintendent of South Kitsap SD 402)

Complainant

David A. Kimble

Description

This case alleged a violation of RCW 42.17A.555 by authorizing the use of public agency facilities to assist three election campaigns.

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).

Disposition

Case Closed with No Evidence of Violations

Date Opened

October 03, 2023

Areas of Law

RCW 42.17A.555