Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 79A Public Recreational Lands - Section 79A.25.140 Commitments or agreements forbidden unless sufficient funds available -- Agreements with federal agencies on behalf of state or local agencies -- Conditions

§ 79A.25.140. Commitments or agreements forbidden unless sufficient funds available -- Agreements with federal agencies on behalf of state or local agencies -- Conditions

The board or director shall not make any commitment or enter into any agreement until it is determined that sufficient funds are available to meet project costs. It is the legislative intent that, to such extent as may be necessary to assure the proper operation and maintenance of areas and facilities acquired or developed pursuant to any program participated in by this state under authority of this chapter, such areas and facilities shall be publicly maintained for outdoor recreation purposes. When requested by a state agency or public body, the board or director may enter into and administer agreements with the United States or any appropriate agency thereof for planning, acquisition, and development projects involving participating federal-aid funds on behalf of any state agency, public body, or subdivision of this state: PROVIDED, That recipients of funds give necessary assurances to the board or director that they have available sufficient matching funds to meet their shares, if any, of the cost of the project and that the acquired or developed areas will be operated and maintained at the expense of such state agency, public body, or subdivision for public outdoor recreation use.

[2007 c 241 § 50; 1967 ex.s. c 62 § 6. Formerly RCW 43.99.126.]

Notes:
     Intent -- Effective date -- 2007 c 241: See notes following RCW 79A.25.005.

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