2020-11-20 SKHHP Packet
SKHHP Executive Board
November 20, 2020, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Virtual – Zoom Meeting
Video conference:
https://zoom.us/j/96167668913?pwd=dUwvY1lpazVOdnFMdGtBdDAxQXdHQT09
OR by phone: 253-215-8782
Meeting ID: 961 6766 8913 | Password: 620634
I. Call to Order
a. Roll Call
b. Introductions
II. Review Agenda/Agenda Modifications
III. Approval of October 23, 2020 Minutes – Attachment A (action item)
IV. Old Business
a. Resolution 2021 State legislative priority discussion (10 minutes) –
Attachment B (action item)
b. Draft SHB 1406 Interlocal Agreement Update (5 minutes)
V. New Business
a. 2020 Third Quarter Progress Report (10 minutes) Attachment C
b. Grant update and resolution to execute agreement with HDC (20 minutes)
Attachment D (action item)
c. HDC Membership (10 minutes)
d. December meeting and 2021 meeting schedule (10 minutes)
VI. Educational Item
a. MBAKS Housing Toolkit – Jennifer Anderson and Caia Caldwell (40 minutes)
VII. Updates/Announcements (as time allows)
VIII. Next Meeting – December 18, 2020 - TBD
IX. Adjourn
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SKHHP Executive Meeting
October 23, 2020
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Nancy Backus called the virtual meeting to order at 1:00 pm. Backus introduced SHHP
Program Coordinator, Trish Abbate.
a. ROLL CALL/ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
Executive Board members present: Chair Nancy Backus, City of Auburn; Vice-Chair Brian Wilson,
City of Burien; Joseph Cimaomo, City of Covington; Traci Buxton, City of Des Moines; Sarah
Bridgeford, Alternate City of Federal Way; Dana Ralph, City of Kent; Sunaree Marshall, King County;
Mark Hoppen, City of Normandy Park; Mark Santos-Johnson, City of Renton; Tom McLeod, City of
Tukwila.
Other attendees: Marty Kooistra, HDC; Dafne Hernandez, City of Covington; Minnie Dhaliwal, City of
Tukwila; Hannah Bahnmiller, City of Renton; McCaela Daffern, King County; Merina Hanson, City of
Kent; Caia Caldwell, Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish County (MBAKS); Jennifer
Anderson, MBAKS; Kent Hay, City of Auburn; Robin Corak, MSC; Eric Lane, City of Des Moines;
Trish Abbate, SKHHP; Angela San Filippo, SKHHP.
II. REVIEW AGENDA/AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
No modifications to agenda.
III. APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 MINUTES
Joseph Cimaomo made a motion to approve the September 25, 2020 minutes as presented. Dana
Ralph seconded the motion. Clarification provided by Sunaree Marshall on reference to CDC
nationwide eviction moratorium rather than state moratorium. Motion passed unanimously (10-0).
IV. OLD BUSINESS
a. SKHHP position on city rental housing policies.
Angela San Filippo introduced the changes that were made to the proposed resolution in response to
feedback received at the last meeting.
Discussion on referencing specific policies and recognizing landlords a s stakeholders.
Brian Wilson made a motion to approve Resolution 2020-05, Tom McLeod seconded. Motion passed
unanimously (10-0).
b. Affordable Housing Committee (AHC) Draft Shared Revenue Principles.
San Filippo introduced the draft AHC shared revenue principles, she went over the purpose, how they
will be used, and the next steps for providing feedback before they are brought to a vote by the AHC
at their November 13 meeting.
Traci Buxton suggested the principles would be strengthened by using ‘will’ statements throughout
rather than ‘should.’ Also, suggested relegating authority to King County and what King County will
do, or AHC as appropriate, rather than what the state, federal, local governments should do.
Marshall provided context on AHC, King County has 3 seats out of 19. The AHC was set up
intentionally as a regional recommending body. The format of the document mirrors other
recommendations the committee has put out to date.
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Backus expressed hesitation with ‘should’ language and suggested using ‘encouraged to’ instead
because should suggests unfunded mandates.
Mark Santos-Johnson supports the addition of workforce housing. Suggestion to add ‘to the greatest
extent possible’ to the end of principles 2a because of the regressive nature of 1590.
San Filippo will send suggestions to King County staff, expectation that the AHC will vote on the
shared principles on November 13.
c. 2021 State legislative priority discussion.
San Filippo reviewed the state legislative priorities briefly discussed at the October meeting. She also
introduced an increase in the document recording fee for consideration.
Discussion on tax-increment financing (TIF) and desire for structure that does not contribute to
gentrification. Discussion on the increase in the document recording fee and what is meant by
significant. Marshall provided a brief overview of the document recording fee and how the funds are
distributed. The surcharge is currently $62 and is split between the state and County where the fee is
generated. The increase in the fee would increase funds for local homeless housing and assistance.
Agreement from the Board to bring back a resolution at November’s meeting on all of the state
legislative priorities as presented.
d. Draft SHB 1406 Interlocal Agreement discussion.
San Filippo provided summary and overview of the draft SHB Interlocal Agreement, a key step in
providing the mechanism for cities to pool 1406 funds with SKHHP.
Discussion on contributing full amount of 1406 funds versus a portion and what it means to be a
regional partner, and whether funding decisions should be weighted based on proportion of funds
pooled with SKHHP.
Marshall indicated that even though the County isn’t pooling 1406 funds timeliness and readiness of
projects should be considered, not just whether projects are within a city that is pooling funds. Also,
likelihood that County will contribute and partner through other funds/resources.
Discussion on how SKHHP can encourage partners to pool and promote full pooling of funds. Mark
Hoppen brought up challenges for smaller cities with weighting decisions, preference for unilateral
partnership. Funded projects should be based on merit and not how much money comes from each
participating city.
Discussion on the benefit of showing forward momentum to jurisdiction partners and also to the state
on how these funds will be used. General agreement to encourage all cities to participate fully in
pooling SHB 1406 funds, SKHHP will move forward with this interlocal agreement for all cities that are
prepared to pool SHB 1406 funds and provide the opportunity for other cities to sign on as they are
prepared to do so. Decision-making for allocating pooled funds will reflect equal voting opportunity for
all SKHHP Board members. Funding allocation will be decided based on merits of the project or
program regardless of whether it is located within a jurisdiction that is participating in the interlocal
agreement.
V. GRANT PROPOSAL
San Filippo provided a brief summary of the grant proposal and turned it over to Santos-Johnson.
Housing Development Consortium (HDC) will submit grant request to Microsoft for establishing
capital fund and establishing separate nonprofit structure. In the long term this will help to significantly
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expand housing capital funds through philanthropic investment. Also included in the proposal is
Microsoft’s help in hosting philanthropic forums. Expression of gratitude to Microsoft for their help and
working with us to make subregional efforts more impactful.
VI. EDUCATIONAL ITEM
a. Auburn homelessness outreach program
Nancy provided introduction to Kent Hay and Auburn’s program for homelessness outreach. Hay
provided background on his work in Redmond and how those efforts have been duplicated. The
model is built on compassionate accountability. His background includes probation officer in King
County district court and federal probation court, mental health counselor at Monroe prison, and case
manager at Valley Cities. The homeless outreach program in Auburn bridges social service and
criminal justice fields.
His philosophy is to have people come to the table and make it difficult for people to accept being
homeless in Auburn. He spends a lot of time in the field meeting people where they are. He partners
with King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), coordinated entry, Law
Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD), YWCA, and local churches. Auburn has a camping
ordinance, the goal is to get people inside. The approach is services first through making contact,
offering help, and treating people like human beings. There are no parameters in terms of specific
population groups, no boundaries or limits on what they can do.
Auburn’s program includes 48 hour notice and offer of help, consistent with the Boise case if there is
a place for them to go for shelter they are moved. People may be housed in other cities but he
continues to work with them. Many programs have compassion but not accountability, in Auburn if
people decide they don’t want to move out of homelessness they cannot stay in Auburn.
Auburn is also building a community court system, if people aren’t willing to participate there is
structure in the court system. The goal is to create enough discomfort to do something different.
Working with churches to implement safe parking programs. They have housed 10 people, about 2
people per month since Hay started. He also helps with paperwork and getting people services, a lot
of work on the ground before and during getting people housed.
Backus said the effort doesn’t stop at housing, and the approach is working for Auburn. They are
bringing back compassion that some residents have lo st and she stressed the importance of
accountability. Hay said they are striving toward equity and justice in community and not having one
set of standards some community members and a different set for another part of the community.
Marshall restated some of the challenges and indicated this is one of the reasons the County
provides so many resources toward permanent supportive housing and giving people privacy and
dignity of having their own space. There are m any reasons why people refuse shelter, in many cases
housing first is not enough. Living outside is already very uncomfortable.
b. MBAKS Housing Toolkit – delayed to next meeting.
VII. UPDATES/ANNOUNCEMENTS
VIII. NEXT MEETING – November 20, 2020
IX. ADJOURN
Backus adjourned the meeting at 3:05 pm.
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Resolution No. 2020-06
November 20, 2020
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE SOUTH
KING COUNTY HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS,
ADOPTING LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES FOR USE DURING THE
2021 WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION
WHEREAS, the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) Executive
Board has agreed to advocate for certain legislative issues for 2021; and
WHEREAS, the actions of the Washington State Legislature in respect to local, regional,
and state issues, services, and funding have a
residents; and
WHEREAS, the SKHHP Executive Board recognizes these priorities are not all
encompassing, in that certain additional items may arise during the legislative session that
require support or opposition; and
WHEREAS, the SKHHP Executive Board believes it is appropriate to communicate its
position regarding issues affecting the region and local government that may come before the
State Legislature during the 2021 legislative session; and
WHEREAS, the SKHHP Executive Board agreed to these priorities at the SKHHP
Executive Board meeting on November 20, 2020.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE EXECUTIVE BOARD RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. The SKHHP Executive Board adopts the SKHHP 2021 State Legislative
Priorities as shown in Attachment A.
Section 2. SKHHP staff shall distribute these legislative priorities to appropriate
Legislative District representatives and to other regional government entities and organizations.
Section 3. This Resolution will take effect and be in full force on passage and
signatures.
Dated and Signed this _____ day of _________________, 2020.
SOUTH KING HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS
____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, CHAIR
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a coalition of 10 jurisdictions working
together and sharing resources in order to increase the available options for South King County
residents to access affordable housing and to preserve the existing affordable housing stock.
SKHHP supports the following state legislative priorities for 2021:
HOUSING STABILITY
Support implementation of statewide just
cause eviction legislation to improve housing
stability and create consistency in information
and education.
Advocate for additional resources to address
housing instability created by the economic
impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including
rent assistance and foreclosure/eviction
prevention assistance.
FISCAL FLEXIBILITY
Lift the 1% property tax cap. Current
revenues are not enough for many cities to
support community expectations and priorities
and city tax structures are not keeping up with
traditional rate of inflation and growing costs.
Lifting the property tax increase will allow
funding flexibility and preserve critical city
services.
Authorize property tax-based tax increment
financing, with a constitutional amendment if
necessary. This will allow cities to access
critically needed funding for local economic
raise property taxes on residents but allows
development to pay for the public infrastructure
needed.
INCREASE AND PRESERVE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Invest $250 million in the State Housing
Trust Fund from the Capital Budget, with
$10 million for preservation of affordable
housing.
Provide direct funding to the South King
Housing and Homelessness Partners
(SKHHP) Housing Capital Fund. SKHHP
partner cities are actively working to
establish a mechanism to pool sales tax
credit revenues authorized by SHB 1406.
State matching funds will provide much
needed investment in affordable housing in
South King County.
INCREASE STATE RESOURCES TO
PREVENT AND END
HOMELESSNESS
Significantly increase state document
recording fee specifically increase the
state surcharge for local homeless housing
and assistance by $100 to increase state and
regional resources to prevent and end
homelessness.
2021 South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
Legislative Priorities
Contact: Angela San Filippo
Executive Manager
asanfilippo@skhhp.org
Auburn | Burien | Covington | Des Moines | Federal Way | Kent | Normandy Park | Renton | Tukwila | King County
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SOUTH KING HOUSING AND
HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS
2020 Third Quarter Progress Report
The following is a summary of SKHHP work progress for the third quarter of 2020. This quarter included continued relationship
building with stakeholder groups and establishment of SKHHP’s voice at local and regional meetings and forums and the
conclusion of the South King County subregional housing needs assessment.
Key actions included SKHHP adoption of the 2020-2021 Work Plan and 2021 budget, Program Coordinator interviews, SKHHP
Advisory Board outreach, and developing a draft interlocal agreement to pool SHB 1406 funds.
GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
• SKHHP Executive Board adoption of 2020-2021 work plan
• Advisory Board outreach
POLICY AND PLANNING
Coordinate City commitment to pool HB 1406 funds
• Developed draft interlocal agreement to pool SHB 1406 funds.
Support creation of housing policy assessment tool
• Conclusion of South King County (SKC) subregional housing framework
• Support for City Housing Action Plans
Build funding support through philanthropic and private corporations
• Coordination with HDC and Microsoft
OUTREACH AND EDUCATION
Represent SKHHP at local and regional meetings and forums
• Housing Interjurisdictional Team (HIJT) for Affordable Housing Committee (AHC)
• King County Urban Growth Capacity Report stakeholder group
• Sound Cities Association (SCA) Caucus to the AHC
• SKC Homelessness Advisory Committee (HAC)
• SKC Human Service Planners group
• SKC Joint Planners and Developers Group
SKHHP Executive Board educational topics
• Key affordable housing finance and revenue concepts with King County
• Community Land Trust model for affordable homeownership with Homestead
• South King County subregional housing framework with SoKiHo planners
Strengthen regional stakeholders’ understanding of housing needs in SKC
Informational and relationship building sessions with the following groups:
• Enterprise Community Partners
• Homestead Community Land Trust
• King County Housing Authority
• Sound Cities Association
WHO WE ARE
Partnership formed by an
interlocal agreement
between 10 jurisdictions in
South King County
supporting collaboration
and sharing of resources to
effectively address housing
and homelessness in the
region.
PURPOSE
Increase the available
options for South King
County residents to access
affordable housing and to
preserve the existing
housing stock.
CONTACT
Website:
http://skhhp.org
Phone:
(253) 329-7394
Email:
asanfilippo@skhhp.org
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South King Housing and Homeless Partnership Fund
Fund Status As of September 2020
SKHHP Fund Budget Actual Remaining Percent Used
REVENUES
Auburn 26,000 13,000 3,000 50.0%
Burien 35,000 24,167 10,833 69.0%
Covington 7,500 3,750 3,750 50.0%
Des Moines 7,500 3,750 3,750 50.0%
Federal Way 46,000 29,667 16,333 64.5%
Kent 54,000 33,667 20,333 62.3%
Normandy Park 4,000 2,000 2,000 50.0%
Renton 54,000 33,667 20,333 62.3%
Tukwila 27,500 20,417 7,083 74.2%
Unincorporated KC 34,000 17,000 17,000 50.0%
Contributions/Donations 61,000 20,000 41,000 32.8%
Grants 20,000 - 20,000
Other Outside Revenue - 20,500 (20,500)
Interest Earnings - 1,010 (1,010)
Total 376,500 222,593 153,907 59.1%
EXPENDITURES
SKHHP Cost Reimbursement 408,420 219,239 189,181 53.7%
Administration Fee 24,400 - 24,400 0.0%
Total 432,820 219,239 213,581 50.7%
Beginning Fund Balance 205,945 205,945
Net Change In Fund Balance (56,320) 3,354
Estimated Ending Fund Balance - Mar 149,625 209,299
SKHHP Cost Reimbursement Detail Actual
EXPENDITURES
Wages 68,411
Benefits 25,656
Supplies 104
Professional Services 101,068
Interfund Allocations 24,000
Total 219,239
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Resolution No. 2020-07
November 20, 2020
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE
SOUTH KING HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS
PARTNERS AUTHORIZING THE CHAIR TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SOUTH KING HOUSING
AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS AND THE HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT CONSORTIUM FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION OF GRANT FUNDS TO BE USED FOR
THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING AND PROMOTING A
HOUSING CAPITAL FUND AND ESTABLISHING A 501(c)(3)
STRUCTURE
WHEREAS, the 2020-2021 South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
(SKHHP) work plan includes establishing and developing an administration plan for a
housing capital fund and building funding support through development of marketing
materials and advocacy with philanthropic and private corporations; and
WHEREAS, the sales tax revenue-sharing program created by Substitute House
Bill (SHB) 1406 made it possible for SKHHP to advance the establishment of housing
capital fund; and
WHEREAS, a Microsoft Philanthropy grant has created an opportunity to advance
the work outlined in the 2020-2021 SKHHP Work Plan and made possible by SHB 1406;
and
WHEREAS, the Microsoft Philanthropy grant is only available to 501(c)(3)
organizations; and
WHEREAS, through strong partnership between the Housing Development
Consortium (HDC) and SKHHP, HDC has applied for the Microsoft Philanthropy grant on
behalf of SKHHP; and
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WHEREAS, the grant funds, in the amount of $45,000, are for the purpose of
establishing and promoting the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund, and establishing a 501(c)3
that will enable SKHHP to apply for and receive a wider diversity of private and
philanthropic investments.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF THE SOUTH KING
HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS, RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Chair is authorized to execute an Agreement between SKHHP
and HDC, consistent with the scope of work attached as Exhibit A.
Section 2. HDC will retain 10% of grant funds received for administrative costs.
Section 3. HDC will contract with consultants on SKHHP’s behalf, as necessary,
to carry out the scope of work outlined in Exhibit A.
Section 4. The Chair is authorized to implement those administrative
procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this Resolution.
Section 5. This Resolution will take effect and be in full force on passage and
signatures.
Dated and Signed this _____ day of _________________, 2020.
SOUTH KING COUNTY HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PARTNERS
____________________________
NANCY BACKUS, SKHHP CHAIR
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ATTACHMENT A
SKHHP HOUSING CAPITAL FUND SCOPE OF WORK
INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a collaboration among nine South
King County cities and King County, all of which are experiencing a rapidly growing crisis in
access to healthy affordable housing. Current SKHHP members are King County (representing
several unincorporated SKC communities), Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal
Way, Kent, Normandy Park, Renton, and Tukwila.
Through SKHHP, South King County will be better equipped to attract private and public sector
capital for the production and preservation of affordable housing, protection of residents from
rising rents, and equal access for all residents to the well-being and economic mobility rooted in
healthy, stable housing. Through SKHHP, partner jurisdictions can pool assets and take a
coordinated and comprehensive approach to producing and preserving quality affordable
housing in South King County.
The sales tax revenue-sharing program created by Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1406 has made it
possible for SKHHP to advance the establishment of an affordable housing capital fund. SKHHP
staff have been directed to initiate the work and enact an interlocal agreement specific to SH B
1406 funds. This will enable SKHHP jurisdictions to pool SHB 1406 funds and establish the
SKHHP Housing Capital Fund as outlined in the original interlocal agreement that formalized the
SKHHP partnership.
Over the course of several years, SKHHP leadership has been advocating for philanthropic
investment into South King County through SKHHP. These efforts have led to a grant
opportunity through Microsoft Philanthropies to expedite the establishment of the SKHHP
Housing Capital Fund, create strategic marketing and communication materials, and establish
501(c)(3) status.
Setting up the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund will start with pooled SHB 1406 funds. Creating
strategic marketing and communication tools will enable SKHHP leadership, staff, and partners
to advocate for further philanthropic and corporate investment into the SKHHP Housing Capital
Fund. Establishing 501(c)(3) status will allow for a broader diversity of investors to contribute to
the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund.
The related work for professional services includes technical assistance to develop policy and
program guidelines for the SKHHP housing capital fund, create strategic marketing and
communication materials, and establish 501(c)(3) status as outlined below.
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SCOPE OF WORK
1. SKHHP Housing Capital Fund Policy and Program Guidelines
a. Assist in facilitating conversations with the SKHHP Executive Board and/or an
Executive Board work group to develop an internal administrative structure for
how SKHHP Housing Funds are allocated and monitored for compliance over
time.
b. Provide technical assistance and external review of SKHHP staff developed
housing fund guidelines and a contract template for awarding funds for a new
SKHHP Housing Capital Fund.
• Housing fund guidelines to include: funding priorities, eligible activities,
regulatory terms, and compliance documents.
• Contract template to streamline workflow by creating standard terms and
associated legal documentation.
2. SKHHP Housing Capital Fund Marketing and Communication Materials
a. Create strategic marketing materials highlighting the needs and opportunities, goals,
and benefits with current data and infographics, to include:
• A one-page narrative (e.g. story/case statement) of the needs, opportunities,
goals, and benefits of the SKHHP Housing Capital Fund.
• A one or two page infographic marketing tool
• Marketing and communication presentation slide deck
b. Conduct research on the most viable SKHHP Housing Capital Fund investors
including corporations, philanthropic organizations, foundations, etc.
c. Work with Microsoft representatives, SKHHP staff, and research institutions (e.g.
Brookings Institute Kirwin Institute) to help Microsoft convene philanthropic forums
to encourage support for the new SKHHP Housing Capital Fund.
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3. SKHHP 501(c)(3) Status
a. Provide education and information to SKHHP Executive Board and staff work
group on the purpose, benefits, and possible options for obtaining 501(c)(3)
status.
b. Obtain 501(c)(3) status through the Internal Revenue Service and ensure
compliance with Washington State.
TIMELINE
The expected timeline for completion of all work products is the first quarter of 2021 with the
possibility of philanthropic forums extending into the second quarter of 2021. A more detailed
timeline outlining delivery of work products will be negotiated with consultants as applicable
for each item outlined above.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
HDC will apply for and be the recipient of grant funds on SKHHP’s behalf. Any contracts for
consultant services to carry out the scope of work outlined above will be initiated through HDC.
HDC will retain 10% of grant funds received as an administrative fee.
SKHHP staff will work closely with HDC and all consultants to initiate contracts and develop and
sign off on work products.
NOTE: All work products and associated materials will need to be in an editable format agreed
upon by SKHHP staff.