(1) The partnership shall be administered by an executive director who serves as a communication link between all levels of government, the private sector, tribes, nongovernmental organizations, the council, the board, and the panel. The executive director shall be accountable to the council and the governor for effective communication, actions, and results.

Terms Used In Washington Code 90.71.240

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
(2) The executive director shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor, in consultation with the council. The governor shall consider the recommendations of the council when appointing the executive director.
(3) The executive director shall have complete charge of and supervisory powers over the partnership, subject to the guidance from the council.
(4) The executive director shall employ a staff, who shall be state employees under Title 41 RCW.
(5) Upon approval of the council, the executive director may take action to create a private nonprofit entity, which may take the form of a nonprofit corporation, to assist the partnership in restoring Puget Sound by:
(a) Raising money and other resources through charitable giving, donations, and other appropriate mechanisms;
(b) Engaging and educating the public regarding Puget Sound’s health, including efforts and opportunities to restore Puget Sound ecosystems; and
(c) Performing other similar activities as directed by the partnership.
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